People & Culture Business Partner

• Potential for further extetnsions
• Growth in a Federal Government role

• Contract until the 30/06/2026 
• State Government Agency 
• Parramatta, NSW Location 

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a State Government Agency to engage a People & Culture Business Partner. This position is located in their busy Parramatta, NSW office for an initial contract until the 30/06/2026. 
  
About the Position
Seeking an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to step into a high volume, complex case management environment for a short term engagement. This role is delivery focused and hands-on, providing end to end management of sensitive and high risk people matters. It is suited to a strong candidate who is comfortable working with complexity, exercising sound judgement, and operating with a high degree of autonomy. The focus is firmly on operational case management and advisory support.

Duties

• Health, wellbeing and fitness for work matters, with a strong focus on non-work related injuries
• Workplace grievances and complaints
• Conduct and underperformance matters
• Provide timely, practical and risk balanced advice grounded in legislation, policy and procedural fairness
• Prepare and maintain clear, accurate and defensible documentation, correspondence and case records, utilising required documentation systems.
• Liaise with managers, P&C specialist teams and broader stakeholders to progress matters effectively
• Apply sound judgement and discretion when dealing with sensitive issues in a high-risk environment
• Prioritise and progress multiple matters concurrently while meeting tight timeframes

Requirements/Skills

• Demonstrated experience managing complex and sensitive casework independently in a high volume environment.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant employment legislation, industrial instruments, and public sector policy frameworks.
• Proven ability to apply procedural fairness and manage risk in contentious matters.
• Confidence engaging with a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience in a government or highly regulated environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience in IR/ER or WC Case management is strongly preferred.
• Able to step in quickly, work with minimal supervision, and deliver from day one. 

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 15/04/2026
Consultant: Shynata 
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.