HR Manager

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Join a highly respected mid-tier architecture studio with a strong presence across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. With a current team of 150 and plans to nearly double in size over the next two years, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth and brand elevation.

We’re seeking a pragmatic and operationally strong HR Manager who understands the unique dynamics of creative industries like architecture, design, or related fields. You’ll lead and deliver core HR functions to support rapid growth, working closely with leadership and external consultants on strategic recruitment and HRIS implementation.

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage end-to-end HR operations, including contracts, onboarding/offboarding, compliance, and process improvements tailored to a creative environment

  • Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent who fit the culture and skill needs of an evolving architectural practice

  • Oversee payroll in partnership with the CFO, ensuring accuracy and efficiency

  • Support and implement learning, development, and performance initiatives that enhance capability and output in a design-focused business

  • Plan and manage the potential offshoring of transactional HR tasks, ensuring smooth integration and control

What You Bring:

  • 10+ years’ HR experience

  • Strong operational HR expertise including recruitment, compliance, payroll, and HR systems

  • Commercial and pragmatic – able to deliver structure and solutions in a fast-moving, creative environment

  • Understanding of the culture, pace, and challenges in architecture or similar industries

  • Experience in learning and development, workforce planning, or performance management is highly valued

Why This Role?

  • Work with a nationally recognised architectural practice expanding across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane

  • Be a key driver in building scalable HR operations that support growth and enhance the studio’s employer brand

  • Collaborate closely with studio leadership in a creative, non-corporate setting that values results and innovation

  • Enjoy autonomy, visibility, and impact during a pivotal phase of growth

This role is ideal for an HR professional who knows the architecture or creative sector and wants to apply their operational skills to support a thriving, growing studio.

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