Human Resources Advisor

• Support leaders and employees with practical people advice and initiatives.
• Build your generalist HR experience across employee relations, people initiatives, data and continuous improvement.
• 12-month, fixed-term contract | Full-time hours with hybrid work arrangements on offer | Based in Newcastle.

Purpose of the role

At NGM Group, helping our customers and communities thrive starts with our people. Our People & Workplace division plays an important role in creating the environment, capability and support our people need to do their best work.

As an HR Advisor within the Advice & Business Partnering team, you will support our HR Business Partners to deliver and embed NGM Group’s People & Culture Strategy across the organisation.

You’ll support divisional people initiatives, provide timely and practical advice to leaders, and contribute to people practices that strengthen capability, performance, engagement and employee outcomes.

It’s a great opportunity to broaden your generalist HR experience while building trusted relationships across the business and contributing to meaningful people initiatives.

What Success Looks Like

• Support the delivery of cyclical and strategic initiatives in line with business priorities, plans and timeframes.
• Provide leaders with timely, practical and accurate people advice that supports sound decisions and builds confidence in managing people matters.
• Build trusted relationships with leaders, employees and colleagues to support consistent people practices and positive employee outcomes.
• Monitoring and analysing people data and insights to provide clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Contribute to effective people management practices and identify opportunities to strengthen capability, performance, engagement, and business outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in a HR Generalist or similar HR role.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to provide clear, considered advice to leaders and employees.
• The ability to research and interpret employment legislation, policies, and people data.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and succinctly.
• Sound judgement and discretion when managing sensitive people matters, with the ability to balance competing priorities and deliver accurate, timely work.
• A relevant HR, Business, or related qualification is desirable.

What can you expect from us?

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive — in and out of work. Think health and wellbeing support like Fitness Passport, corporate health insurance and annual flu vaccinations, plus lifestyle perks including hotel discounts and flexible work arrangements. We also back what matters most with 18 weeks paid parental leave, recognition programs, an employee referral program, and dedicated time to give back (two community volunteer days and three recreational leave days each year).

Why join us?

• Growth & opportunities – Build your capability, stretch into new challenges and shape what’s next with development support behind you.
• Culture & connection – Be part of a team that’s inclusive, down-to-earth and genuinely connected, where collaboration is how we get things done.
• Meaningful work – Do work you can feel proud of, making a real difference for customers and communities every day.
• 2026 Employer of Choice Excellence Awardee – proudly recognized for creating a workplace where our people can grow, connect, and make a meaningful impact.

About us

As one of Australia’s largest customer-owned banks, we’re a driving force in customer owned banking, operating under the trusted brands Greater Bank and Newcastle Permanent. With over 200 years of combined experience, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of Australians achieve home ownership and provide a genuine alternative to the big banks—all while strengthening the communities we serve. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:

• Lead with heart – We genuinely care about achieving better outcomes for our customers and communities.
• Own the action – We build trust by doing things the right way, with honesty and transparency.
• Embrace opportunity – We look ahead, focusing on our strengths and expertise to challenge the status quo.
• Thrive together – By working as one, we create the best possible future for our customers and communities.

Join a team shaping the future of trusted banking and make a real impact where it matters most.

NGM Group is committed to delivering trusted banking to enable our customers and communities to thrive. We do this by leading with heart, doing the right things in the right way, and by maintaining high standards of ethical behaviour in everything that we do. All applicants are therefore required to undergo a skills assessment, comprehensive background check, Bankruptcy Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We are also working to reflect the vibrant communities we serve. We believe in creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require adjustments to be made during the recruitment process or would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, your Talent Acquisition Partner will be happy to engage in a confidential discussion and assist. Your unique talents and perspectives are what make us stronger.