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Human Resources Manager

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A Human Resources Manager oversees workforce management, linking employees and management while handling recruitment, training, and conflict resolution.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a human resources manager

Get qualified to work as a human resources manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Human Resources Manager generally earns $2,400 per week ($124,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.

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There are currently 57,100 Human Resources Managers employed in Australia right now and this job role has grown strongly over the last 5 years. Human Resources Managers work in larger organisation across all industries and employment sectors.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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Human Resources Managers need advanced tertiary qualifications or a degree. Get started with the Diploma of Human Resources or the Advanced Diploma of Management (Human Resources). These course take 12-24 months to complete.

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Further reading

What can you do with a Diploma of Human Resource Management?

24th January 2022

Why Choose a Career in Human Resources?

5th October 2022

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Human Resources?

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Human Resources Manager careers

Human Resources Managers oversee an organisation’s workforce and act as a direct link between management and employees. They organise company recruitment, induction programs, training, counselling, and disciplinary procedures.

As a Human Resources Manager you’ll be managing the HR and payroll department, often involved in strategic planning and budgeting. You’ll also support your employees — handling workplace issues and concerns, mediating conflict, and building employee benefits/morale programs.