Clayton Utz Logo

Clayton Utz

People and Development Assistant

Sorry, this job was removed Sorry, this job was removed at 08:10 a.m. (AEST) on Monday, May 12, 2025
Be an Early Applicant
Sydney, New South Wales
Sydney, New South Wales

Similar Jobs

22 Days Ago
Mulwala, New South Wales, AUS
Mid level
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Information Technology • Security • Software
As an Environmental Advisor, you'll lead sustainability projects, conduct environmental assessments, prepare reports, investigate incidents, and mentor staff in safety improvements.
Top Skills: Analytical TechniquesChemical EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceIndustrial Chemistry
22 Days Ago
Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, AUS
Mid level
Mid level
Information Technology
The Case Manager supports injured workers' return to work through case management and ensures compensation entitlements are managed properly.
Top Skills: It Applications
22 Days Ago
Maitland, New South Wales, AUS
Senior level
Senior level
Food • Logistics
The Senior Analyst, Pricing Strategy develops pricing strategies, reviews margin reports, conducts market research, and prepares presentations to enhance profitability and efficiency.
Top Skills: As400ExcelSQLTableau

Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in shaping our people experience!

The Role
Our Sydney People and Development (P&D) team is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic People & Development Assistant to join us on a 12 month contract. Reporting to the P&D Operations Manager, this role will be an integral part of the People Connect team which provides generalist support to employees and Partners of the firm.  This role supports the People Connect Team with employee policy and procedure queries, preparing employee correspondence, scheduling of onboarding and exit meetings, preparing the onboarding and orientation programs, employment history checks, etc.  This role will also be engaged on key process enhancement projects.

A passionate, self-motivated professional with skills and experience in administration, Excel and reporting are highly desirable. You will be articulate, demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and be a positive, proactive team player.  

Responsibilities will include
Your days will be varied and rewarding, with responsibilities that include:

  • Supporting the People Connect Team Leader with the administrative component of the employment lifecycle, in accordance with our national policies and procedures. 
  • Working collaboratively with People Connect team members in other local offices to support employee queries logged through our People Connect phone line and inbox.
  • Assisting the P&D Coordinators with the new starter orientation program.
  • Assisting with conducting regular audits and updating data in Workday (HRIS) as required.
  • Assisting with the maintenance of practising certificates for our legal practitioners and notify the relevant Law Society of changes to practitioner employment.
  • Support other ad hoc administrative requests (e.g. process invoices, order merchandise, administer visa applications, book travel etc.).
  • Employee file maintenance and archiving.

Skills and Experience

To excel in this role, you’ll bring:

  • HR Bachelor degree/ Diploma (recent graduate or completing degree outside of working hours).
  • Experience working in a business environment (desirable but not essential).
  • Strong customer service mindset.
  • Excellent administration and organisational skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Microsoft Office suite and Excel skills.

The People and Development (P&D) team

With a presence in each of our offices, the national P&D team forms part of our Business Advisory Services department. The P&D team provides strategic business partnering support to the business on P&D issues, driving and delivering a range of initiatives to ensure that Clayton Utz is a great place to work.

#LI-AS

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Alexandra Smith, (02) 9353 4446

Accessibility and Inclusion

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here.

Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.

What you need to know about the Sydney Tech Scene

From opera to comedy shows, the Sydney Opera House hosts more than 1,600 performances a year, yet its entertainment sector isn't the only one taking center stage. The city's tech sector has earned a reputation as one of the fastest-growing in the region. More specifically, its IT sector stands out as the country's third-largest, growing at twice the rate of overall employment in the past decade as businesses continue to digitize their operations to stay competitive.
By clicking Apply you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account