Human Resources Manager

What does a Human Resources Manager do?

Human resources managers oversee and manage a range of human resource activities relating to employees and the workplace. They work within organisational settings.

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What key skills does a Human Resources Manager have?

Human resources managers ensure the smooth running and legal compliance of all activities related to employees, wages and employment terms and conditions.

• Working with business managers to plan, implement, oversee and evaluate human resource strategies
• Understand the legal and moral implications of recruitment, selection, induction, training and employee development
• Taking a leading role in the development of staff performance systems
• Negotiating with employees and outside agencies, including trade unions regarding employment conditions and payment
• Ensuring compliance with legal requirements such as equal opportunities and health and safety legislation

How to become a Human Resources Manager

To become a Human Resouces Manager, you'll ideally need a bachelor's degree majoring in HR. However, studying a course through VET education can be a great stepping stone if you're looking to develop your skill set before entering a higher-level qualification.

A BSB50320 - Diploma of Human Resource Management  is an ideal online course that can give you the relevant skills needed to help you pursue this career pathway, provided that you do further study. It has an overview of units focusing on the facilitation of workplace relationships and coordination of HR functions and processes.