Office Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to play an integral part in supporting Management and the Executive in the day-to-day operations of the Murdoch University Student Guild.

This role encompasses a diverse range of duties, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive support and administration assistance to the Executive Team, you will need to be highly organised, a good communicator with exceptional time management skills.  A keen eye for detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion is required.

This position is part-time, 22.5hrs/wk and is advertised on a one-year contract with a view to permanent employment for the right candidate.

On a daily basis your duties will include, but are not limited to:

Key responsibilities

• Human Resources functions

• Payroll functions

• Records management

• Preparation and distribution of agendas and minutes for Guild Committees

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated, confident, reliable and willing to work as part of a close-knit team.  Your demonstrated qualifications and skills will include:

• Minimum 3-5 years in Office/HR management experience

• Experience supporting payroll functions

• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, documentation and record management.

When applying please provide an up-to-date CV and cover letter, along with a separate document addressing the selection criteria. Please note applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

Applications for this role will close on September 11, 2026 at 4pm.  No late applications will be accepted.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Qualifications in HR, Business Administration or a related field

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an Office Manager and or Human Resource administration and coordination role

• Demonstrated records management experience

• Demonstrated ability to take accurate and structured minutes

• Proven experience working with confidential information

• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, documentation and record management

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite

• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work within an anti-discriminatory environment

Desirable

• Previous employment in a University or other student-oriented environment

• Experience with Quickbooks Online will be highly regarded

Murdoch Guild is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from a range of backgrounds.