People Administrator - Part Time / Fixed Term

What you'll bring to the team

We have an exciting opportunity to join the People Team as a People Administrator supporting our ANZ attractions on a 6-month, part-time fixed-term contract.

This role is open to candidates based in Sydney, Melbourne or the Sunshine Coast where you will work 3 days per week, with the opportunity to flex up to 5 days per week to provide additional support during periods of leave or increased business needs.

About the Role

This is a varied role providing administrative support across both our People and Payroll functions. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the day-to-day administration of HR systems, employee records and reporting.

• Preparing employee documentation, including contracts and letters.

• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding and inductions.

• Maintaining accurate employee information across HR and payroll systems.

• Supporting the processing of fortnightly payroll, including new starters, payroll administration and compliance activities.

• Providing administrative support for People projects and the wider HR team.

About You

To succeed in this role you will:

• Have previous experience in an administrative role, with HR/Payroll experience or exposure being beneficial but not essential.

• Be passionate about people, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Have a love for organisation, administration and a high level of attention to detail.

• Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Be an enthusiastic and positive team player with a willingness to learn and support both the People and Payroll functions.

Benefits

• Corporate benefits including free access to all our attractions worldwide
• Domestic and global opportunities to develop and progress your skills and career in tourism and attractions
• Additional Leave (including birthday and wellbeing) and 3 volunteer days to give back to a social cause you care about
• Hybrid working model and flexible working policy
• Opportunity to be involved with our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Being part of a business built on fun

About Us

Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, and Peppa Pig World of Play. We operate in over 140 attractions across 25 countries, delivering memorable experiences to 54 million+ visitors a year.

We’re the leading operator of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand, with 10 attractions, including SEA LIFE, WILDLIFE, Madame Tussauds, amongst others.

Merlin Entertainments is driven by a strong social responsibility with the vision to create a world where the global community respects, conserves, and sustainably manages our precious aquatic habitats, wildlife, and natural resources. We strive to achieve this goal through our 3 charities: Merlins Magic Wand, the SEA LIFE Trust, and the WILDLIFE Conservation Fund. So, if you are vibrant and passionate about delivering an amazing service within a great company and in a team who loves what we do – then we want to hear from you!

Merlin Entertainments strongly encourages application from all background, including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent.

Pay Range

Competitive