People & Development Coordinator – 3 days per week (Perth) – 12mth Contract

Want a career in HR? Bring your exceptional administration skills and join our team as an HR Coordinator, playing a vital role in supporting our people and operations in a professional, collaborative environment.Work as part of a team of Coordinators supporting small centres on a national level.Rare part time role that offers flexibility, mentoring and a team that wants you to be successful.Who are we?A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines unmatched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.RoleReporting to a People & Development (P&D) Manager, as a core member of the P&D team, you will collaborate with multiple internal stakeholders and work as part of a team of Coordinators to support small centres on a national level with P&D administrative and organisational support.You will have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of P&D related projects and initiatives, supporting both the P&D team and the firm. This role offers mentoring, autonomy and the chance to develop and grow a Human Resources career and gain exposure to a broad scope of work.DetailAs a P&D Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our P&D function, ensuring the smooth delivery of P&D services across the business. You’ll be responsible for coordinating a range of HR activities, working closely with both the local and national P&D teams. You will help foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. This is a hands-on role that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow your HR career in a collaborative and supportive environment.Your key responsibilities will include : Supporting P&D Managers / Advisors with employee life cycle processes (e.g. onboarding, secondments, parental leave, flexible work arrangements, etc.), including preparing correspondence, updating systems, and coordinating communication with client groups.Assisting with onboarding new employees and coordinating induction programs.Ensuring HR administrative tasks are completed accurately and in line with policies and procedures.Preparing timely and accurate staff movement information for payroll.Keeping employee electronic files up to date and accurate.Handling general inquiries from teams regarding P&D-related issues (e.g. staff reports, policies, leave queries).Acting as a primary contact for support staff including Practice Team Coordinators to ensure resources are aligned with business needs.Referring P&D issues to the appropriate manager or advisor.Collaborating with the P&D Business Engagement team to assist with various HR activities, including remuneration, policy, and learning & development.Assisting with annual events like performance reviews and salary reviews.Participating in national and local P&D Coordinator meetings; national P&D learning forums and local team and centre meetings.Managing the payment of relevant P&D invoices.Reviewing workloads and supporting team members as needed.Assisting with the P&D Operations mailbox.First point of contact for external regulators (e.g. Legal Practice Board, Law Society of WA).Managing annual practising certificate renewals and supporting documentation for graduate admissions and Law Society of WA membership renewals.Who are we looking for?We're seeking a proactive, solutions-driven team player who is passionate about the impact of People & Development (P&D) within the firm. Your enthusiasm for the value a strong HR support function can bring, coupled with a flexible, "can-do" attitude, will set you up for success.As part of a close-knit team in Perth, while also being part of a broader national network, you'll collaborate with a highly respected and experienced group. Your strong organisational skills, ability to juggle multiple tasks, and exceptional time management will set you apart and help you thrive in this role.You will also bring : Solid prior experience in a support roleProficient understanding of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointGeneral working knowledge of Workday or a similar HRIS systemExceptional attention to detailA customer service focus and strive to deliver a positive experience for your client group and team membersProfessionalism and sensitivity when dealing with P&D mattersDemonstration of high-level verbal and written communication skillsAbility to form solid relationships both internally and externally with professionalism and easeAn understanding of Human Resources practices in a large organisation or prior HR experience will be looked on favourably.Next StepsApplications close COB Monday 25th November 2025.If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bridget on .Why work with us?We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.#J-18808-Ljbffr