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Candidate Manager - Legal, Risk & Compliance (Part-time)

Melbourne CBD, Victoria
remote
Permanent placement
80000 - 100000 AUD / Yearly
Candidate Manager - Legal, Risk & Compliance Part-time (0.6 FTE, three days a week) | Melbourne CBD | Robert Half Recruitment you can build your week aroundAre you an experienced recruiter who likes the candidate side of the job most? Do you enjoy finding great people and understanding what motivates them? Would you like to do that work part-time, without putting your career on hold?Our Legal, Risk & Compliance practice in Melbourne keeps growing, so we're adding a part-time Inside Recruiter. You'll work closely with the Senior Practice Director, and the wider team. This role suits someone coming back to work, someone looking for better balance, or someone who wants to focus on sourcing and candidate delivery.About the roleYou'll find, attract and engage high-quality candidates for the practice. You'll also make sure every candidate has an excellent experience with us. Most of your time will go on sourcing and screening, and you'll also have some client contact as part of delivery.Talent sourcing and market intelligence<ul><li>Find and engage candidates through referrals, networking, advertising and headhunting</li><li>Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs</li><li>Keep up with market trends and talent movements across Legal, Risk & Compliance</li></ul>Candidate assessment and management<ul><li>Screen, interview and reference-check candidates to find the best match for each client</li><li>Get a real understanding of each candidate's skills, motivations and career goals</li><li>Give candidates a positive, professional and consultative experience from start to finish</li></ul>Recruitment and placement support<ul><li>Work with the Senior Practice Director and the wider team to make successful placements</li><li>Present suitable candidates with accurate, timely information</li><li>Debrief candidates after interviews and give constructive feedback</li><li>Support offer management and keep candidates updated throughout the process</li></ul>Collaboration and continuous improvement<ul><li>Share market intelligence, candidates and opportunities with colleagues</li><li>Help the practice grow and hit its revenue goals through placement activity</li><li>Look for ways to improve our recruitment processes and candidate outcomes</li></ul>Systems and compliance<ul><li>Keep candidate records and activity tracking in Salesforce accurate and up to date</li><li>Handle all data accurately and with integrity</li></ul>About you<ul><li>A few years' experience in agency recruitment or in-house talent acquisition</li><li>Confident sourcing and screening candidates, with some exposure to client delivery</li><li>A consultative, people-first approach and strong communication skills</li><li>Well organised, detail-focused and comfortable working to activity targets and KPIs</li><li>A team player who enjoys sharing ideas and celebrating shared wins</li><li>Experience in Legal, Risk & Compliance recruitment is a bonus but not essential</li></ul>Why Robert Half?You'll get the backing of a global brand along with the energy of a close-knit, high-performing local team. On offer:<ul><li>Part-time flexibility: a three-day week, plus hybrid working</li><li>Training and development: industry-leading training and clear career progression</li><li>Modern tools: investment in AI and recruitment technology so you spend more time with people</li><li>Recognition: national and international recognition programmes</li><li>Wellbeing and belonging: wellbeing initiatives and inclusive employee networks</li><li>A great CBD office: our Rialto office at 525 Collins Street</li></ul>Ready to apply? If you'd like a recruitment role that fits your life, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now, or contact us for a confidential conversation. Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YS5taW50ZXIuMjI4MTEuMTA2NzVAcm9iZXJ0aGFsZmludGwuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-13T02:47:12Z

Payroll Officer - Education

Hawthorn, Victoria
remote
Contract/Temporary
45 - 50 AUD / Hourly
The Company This six-month temporary opportunity sits within a prestigious independent school renowned for its commitment to educational excellence and supportive community culture. As part of a dedicated finance team, you will be responsible for delivering an efficient and accurate payroll service, supporting both teaching and professional staff across the organisation.The role will see you manage payroll processing from start to finish, respond to payroll queries, maintain employee records, and assist with compliance requirements, contributing to the smooth operation of a critical function within the school. About the Role Reporting to an experienced and supportive Finance Manager, and working closely with both the Finance and People & Culture teams, your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>End-to-end payroll processing for teaching and professional staff</li><li>Accurate interpretation and application of relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and payroll legislation</li><li>Processing new starters, terminations, salary changes, and employee lifecycle updates</li><li>Managing leave entitlements, timesheets, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Responding to payroll-related queries and providing excellent support to employees</li><li>Processing superannuation, payroll tax, and other statutory obligations</li><li>Payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Maintaining accurate employee and payroll master data</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes, audits, and payroll compliance requirements</li><li>Identifying opportunities for process improvement and supporting payroll system maintenance</li></ul> What's on Offer <ul><li>Six-month temporary contract with an immediate start</li><li>Two days' work-from-home flexibility</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Potential for extension</li></ul> Your Profile To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex, high-volume environment. You will possess a strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and the interpretation of Awards and Enterprise Agreements.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to build strong working relationships across finance, People & Culture, and the broader school community. A customer-focused approach and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are critical.Previous experience within the education sector will be highly regarded, particularly within an independent school environment. However, candidates with payroll experience from other complex or regulated organisations are encouraged to apply. Apply Today If this sounds like the right opportunity for you and you can commit to starting immediately, we'd love to hear from you!Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). Reference Number: 06810-0013535048JJC This is a hybrid position.By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/am9yZGFuYS5jaGFwcGVsbGpvaG5zdG9uZS4xODU5Ny4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-30T02:17:50Z

Finance Manager

Melbourne CBD, Victoria
remote
Permanent placement
143000 - 143000 AUD / Yearly
The Company Are you a hands-on finance professional looking to take ownership of the finance function within a purpose-driven, growing organisation?We're partnering with a national, industry-led not-for-profit organisation focused on strengthening Australia's workforce through education, skills development and workforce planning across the health, aged care, disability, early childhood education, human services, sport and recreation sectors.Working closely with government and industry, the organisation plays an important role in identifying workforce needs, improving training pathways and supporting the development of a skilled workforce for the future.With a small, collaborative team and a national footprint, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Manager who enjoys being hands-on, working across the full spectrum of finance and partnering closely with senior leadership. The Role Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, balancing hands-on financial management with budgeting, reporting, compliance and strategic financial support.As part of a lean organisation, this is a genuine end-to-end role where you will work closely with an external accounting firm to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, manage compliance requirements and support the organisation's financial operations. You will also partner with the CEO, executive team and project leaders to provide meaningful financial insights, support decision-making and ensure funding is managed effectively.You will manage one direct report, an Administration Officer, and play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, improving processes and supporting the organisation's ongoing development. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Hands-on financial management: Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, cash flow and expenditure monitoring.</li><li>Financial reporting: Review monthly management accounts, analyse variances and prepare clear, accurate financial information for senior leadership, the Board and funding bodies.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting: Coordinate annual budgets, reforecasts and financial modelling, working closely with the external accounting firm and internal stakeholders.</li><li>External provider management: Act as the primary contact for the outsourced accounting firm, coordinating financial reporting, payroll, audit requirements and statutory compliance.</li><li>Funding and grants: Monitor grant expenditure, track funding milestones and prepare acquittals and financial reports in line with government funding agreements.</li><li>Governance and compliance: Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation obligations, ACNC reporting requirements and relevant funding conditions.</li><li>Process improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes, reporting, systems and internal controls.</li><li>Team leadership: Support and develop one direct report while fostering a collaborative and accountable working environment.</li></ul> Your Profile You are a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and getting involved in the detail. You are comfortable operating in a small organisation where flexibility, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.You will ideally bring:<ul><li>A degree or tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce, with CA/CPA qualification or working towards completion.</li><li>At least five years' experience in finance or accounting, including two or more years at a management or senior accountant level.</li><li>Strong experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>The ability to manage relationships with external accounting providers, auditors and other stakeholders.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation and financial compliance.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to work autonomously in a small, distributed team.</li></ul>Experience within the not-for-profit sector, government-funded programs, grant acquittals or ACNC reporting would be advantageous. What's on Offer? <ul><li>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to workforce development across essential Australian industries.</li><li>A broad, hands-on Finance Manager role with exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting.</li><li>The opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within a small, collaborative organisation.</li><li>A close working relationship with the Director of Corporate Services and an established external accounting firm.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility to work from anywhere in Australia and occasional travel as required.</li></ul>If you're looking for a varied Finance Manager role where you can combine strong technical accounting skills with business partnering and make a genuine impact within a purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Today If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). Reference Number: <a href="https://rh.my.salesforce.com/a1GVT000008IM5V">06810-0013520259</a>LH This is a hybrid position By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5LjkwNjM5LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-16T03:16:39Z

Part-Time Payroll & HR Coordinator

Dandenong South, Victoria
remote
Permanent placement
80000 - 90000 AUD / Yearly
The CompanyOur client is an established and successful organisation based in Dandenong South, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll & HR Coordintaor to join their collaborative and supportive team on a part-time basis.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their role, combining hands-on payroll responsibilities with broader Human Resources and People & Culture support.Working closely with employees and management, you'll play an integral role in ensuring payroll accuracy, supporting day-to-day HR operations and contributing to a positive employee experience. The RoleYou will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing while providing generalist HR and administrative support across the organisation.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintaining payroll records, including new starters, terminations, salary adjustments and leave entitlements.</li><li>Managing timesheets, leave requests and responding to payroll-related enquiries.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant payroll legislation, employment conditions and company policies.</li><li>Preparing payroll reports, reconciliations and associated administration.</li><li>Supporting recruitment activities, including job advertisements, interview coordination and onboarding.</li><li>Preparing employment contracts, correspondence and other HR documentation.</li><li>Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records.</li><li>Coordinating employee inductions, probation reviews and offboarding processes.</li><li>Providing general HR support to employees and managers, including assistance with policies, procedures and employee enquiries.</li><li>Contributing to employee engagement initiatives and continuous improvement of HR and payroll processes.</li></ul> Your ProfileTo be successful in this role, you will be a proactive and organised payroll professional who enjoys working across a diverse range of responsibilities and building strong relationships throughout a business.Ideally, you will demonstrate:<ul><li>Previous experience in a Payroll Officer, HR Officer or People & Culture Coordinator position.</li><li>Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll within an Australian business.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, employment conditions and HR practices.</li><li>Experience using Xero Payroll or a similar payroll system will be highly regarded.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging with employees and management.</li><li>A high level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential employee information.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills and a willingness to support broader administrative responsibilities.</li><li>A positive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach, with a genuine willingness to get involved and support the wider team.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to secure a varied, part-time position within a supportive business where you can take ownership of payroll while continuing to develop your broader HR experience. Apply TodayIf this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). Reference Number: 06830-0013526886<h4>This is an on-site position.</h4>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWxleC5icmF5LjIzODI3LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-16T04:41:44Z

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