Join Aruma and Make a Difference!

Flexible Location: NSW/ACT/VIC/QLD - Hybrid/Work from home

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary up to January 2027

Are you passionate about creating positive workplace cultures and helping leaders bring out the best in their teams? At Aruma, we’re on a mission to support people with a disability to live a great life – the life they want, the life they choose. We need brave, bold thinkers like you to help us make it happen.

About Us:

Aruma is a leading for-purpose organisation supporting over 5,000 people with disability and complex needs across Eastern Australia. We’re values-driven and guided by our purpose:

Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose.

Our BRAVE values shape everything we do:

Bold – We speak up

Respectful – We respect each other

Accountable – We do what we say

Value Teamwork – We do things together

Excellent – We do things well

About the role:

As a People Advisor, you’ll be a trusted HR partner to frontline and mid-level leaders, providing practical advice and coaching that empowers them to manage people matters confidently and consistently. You’ll play a key role in shaping a high-performing, inclusive culture by:

✔ Delivering timely, values-aligned employee relations advice

✔ Supporting onboarding, performance development, and wellbeing initiatives

✔ Using data and insights to drive decisions and improvements

✔ Promoting inclusion, safety, and engagement across your portfolio

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same – from guiding leaders through complex issues to activating engagement programs and building workforce capability.

About You:

Degree in HR or related field
3–5 years’ experience in a generalist or advisory HR role
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR policies
Excellent communication and coaching skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
Confidence with HR systems and data insights
Current or willingness to obtain relevant compliance checks

Bonus: Experience in disability, health, or human services is highly regarded.

We encourage candidates with a disability to apply – your insights help us create a more inclusive world.

Why Join Aruma?

Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 tax-free for living expenses + $2,650 for meals/entertainment
Fitness Passport: Subsidised gym membership
Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential support services
Discounted Health Insurance: Access to Bupa benefits
Recognition & Rewards: BRAVE Reviews and annual BRAVE Awards
Job Satisfaction: Make a real difference in a values-driven organisation

Ready to take the next step?

Bring your HR expertise to a role where you’ll truly make an impact. Apply now and help us build a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Applications close soon! Shortlisting and interviews commence the week of 5 January 2026.

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