Human Resources and Payroll Officer in Croydon

Luther College seeks to appoint a talented HR and Payroll professional to fulfill the role of HR and Payroll Officer, providing HR and Payroll support to the Human Resources Business Partner and the Assistant Business Manager in the delivery of the employee lifecycle functions. This is a full‑time position where no two days are the same. This role will commence in 2026.

The HR and Payroll Officer will work collaboratively with the Business Office and the Principal’s office, performing HR and payroll activities across the employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on the administration of recruitment, selection and onboarding, employment correspondence and payroll, data and records management, systems maintenance, employee compliance, professional development and maintaining training records. In addition to these duties, the HR and Payroll Officer will provide high level employee advice and answer payroll queries under the guidance of the HR Business Partner, Assistant Business Manager, the Business Manager and the Principal’s Office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and environment in a role that provides plenty of variety.

About You

You are an experienced HR/Payroll professional seeking an opportunity to strengthen your experience across end‑to‑end employee lifecycle activities. A strong communicator with great interpersonal skills, you are able to interpret policies, procedures and industrial instruments to ensure strong and accurate outcomes for the College. You are recognised as an outstanding HR and Payroll administrator with an exceptional eye for detail and a desire to learn through hands‑on experience. You are self‑motivated and energetic by nature with an adaptive and flexible work style, demonstrating that you can prioritise work with ease in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. Ideally you hold an undergraduate qualification in business, HR or a related discipline, or are on your way to attaining the qualification.

Benefits You Can Expect

• An additional 5 days of gifted leave per year in addition to 4 weeks annual leave
• Flexibility to work from home (on application) during the non‑term weeks
• 15 days personal carer’s leave per year
• Access to 14 weeks paid parental leave (some conditions apply)
• Fee relief for student tuition fees (some conditions apply)
• Genuine opportunities for growth and development through mentoring and professional development

The Application Process

Please apply via the college employment webpage here, addressing your application to Angelique Bull and Tania Downward, Human Resources Business Partner and Assistant Business Manager, including the following information:

• A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (please refer to the Position Description)
• Resume
• References
• Evidence of or willingness to obtain a current employer Working with Children Check (WWCC), which will need to be transferred to Luther College if successfully appointed
• Evidence or willingness to obtain of a current, satisfactory national police check (within 12 months of issue)
• Evidence of your right to work in Australia (copy of your passport or birth certificate)

Applications close: Friday 16th January 2026. For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact Angelique Bull, HR Business Partner on 9724 2006 (noting the College is closed until the 12th January). The college reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding. Applicants must be willing to support the college’s approach to excellence in Christian co‑education.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

All students who attend Luther College have a right to feel and to be safe. The wellbeing and safety of all students in our care is our first priority and we have zero tolerance to child abuse. The college has a commitment to child safety and all staff will be responsible for understanding, applying and promoting the college’s commitment to child safety, and its related policies and procedures. Luther College requires all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and comply with the college’s Child Protection Program as a prerequisite condition of employment.