Human Resources Adviser

Job title : Human Resources Adviser
Location : Queensland
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Marguerite Hancock
Contact email : mhancock@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1667808
About the Role
A leading commercial law firm is seeking a Human Resources Adviser to play a key role in shaping the firm’s people experience. You will support a high-performing, collaborative team that partners closely with legal leaders to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent.

This position offers genuine scope for growth, mentorship, and professional development within a progressive and supportive environment.

Key duties will include:
  • Lead and enhance the National Early Careers Program in collaboration with HR teams in Brisbane and Sydney
  • Manage the Early Careers learning framework in line with the College of Law PLT schedule
  • Coordinate graduate rotations, check-ins, and performance feedback.
  • Oversee annual clerkship and graduate recruitment campaigns
  • Provide HR guidance to the Legal Assistant cohort and legal teams in the Brisbane office
  • Act as a key contact for Brisbane graduates and clerks, mentoring and supporting the HR Coordinator
  • Partner with Business Development and Marketing to deliver branding and social-media campaigns for early career attraction
  • Support the Chief People Officer and Head of HR, Brisbane, on strategic and project-based initiatives
Experience 
  • 5 years’ HR experience within a legal or professional services environment
  • Proven ability to partner with Partners and senior leaders on performance, engagement, and workforce planning
  • Strong communication and judgment, balancing commercial insight with empathy
  • Practical, solutions-focused approach and confidence managing confidential matters
  • Flexibility to attend graduate or firm events outside standard hours when required
Additional Benefits
  • Structured learning and career pathways, including funding for further education and CPD
  • Mentoring and leadership development opportunities
  • Active diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing programs
  • Modern CBD offices with end-of-trip facilities, in-house barista, and social initiatives
About the Client
With offices in Brisbane and Sydney and a team of over 400 professionals, the firm combines scale with the genuine approachability that defines the Brisbane legal community. Partners are hands-on, accessible, and invested in mentoring, which creates an environment where contribution is recognised and growth is supported.

How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.

For a confidential discussion about this or similar roles, contact Marguerite Hancock on 0438770352 or mhancock@sharpandcarter.com.au, about this role or similar roles quoting Ref No 1667808