People & Culture Business Partner
StarRez
| Company | StarRez |
| Category | HR & Recruiting |
| Location | Australia - Melbourne |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
About StarRez
StarRez is the global leader in student housing software, providing innovative solutions for on and off-campus housing management, resident wellness and experience, and revenue generation. Trusted by 1,400+ clients across 25+ countries, StarRez supports more than 4 million beds annually with its user-friendly, all-in-one platform, delivering seamless experiences for students and administrators. With offices in the United States, Australia, the UK, and India, StarRez blends the robust capabilities of a global organization with the personalized care and service of a trusted partner. The Role
As a People & Culture Business Partner at StarRez, you will be responsible for providing people and culture guidance and support to StarRez's team members, managers and executives. You will bring a comprehensive understanding of policies, practices, and processes to be a trusted partner to leadership.
You will partner with the Senior Leadership team to ensure the successful delivery of all people and culture services, including but not limited to, workforce planning, performance management, performance reviews, surveys and reporting, recruitment and onboarding, management of people issues in consultation with and support from the P&C Vice President, Chief People Officer and department leaders.
Role Specifics
Work Location: Australia - Melbourne (Hybrid 3 days per week)
Travel: <5% [The percent of travel is an estimation, and it could vary up or down based on business needs throughout the year.]
Reporting Structure: Reports to Vice President, People & Culture
Application Deadline: This role will accept applications until 3 July 2026, unless otherwise posted.
What You Will Own
Serve as key partner, adviser and sounding board for leadership, providing council and collaboration across talent acquisition, organizational design, performance management, engagement, and growth and development
Lead and execute talent strategy, policy and processes for People & Culture activities for StarRez team members in multiple geographies, including employment contracts, and employee handbooks in accordance with local labor laws.
Work with the P&C Vice President, Chief People Officer, and department leaders on people management activities including onboarding of new team members, performance management, learning and development, management of people issues and other activities as required
Foster a positive, inclusive and engaging workplace environment that aligns with company values, including leading, organizing and executing team member engagement initiatives, ensuring high morale and team collaboration
Act as the primary point of contact for people matters, resolving team member concerns and escalating issues as needed.
Manage Leave Administration, including Annual, Personal, Maternity/Paternity, etc.
Required Qualifications
5+ years’ experience in a HR generalist role
Strong understanding of AUS labor laws and compliance requirements
Proficient in dealing with a variety of Employee Relation Matters
Comprehensive understanding of HR policies, practices and processes
Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity, work independently, and influence stakeholders at all levels
High level of proficiency in MS Office tools, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Previous experience with start-ups, scale-ups, acquisitions, and restructuring businesses.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in HR in a SaaS/Tech company
Experience in a global organization or matrix environment &nb