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Jo Phillips

Senior HR Business Partner


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+61 3 9052 5122
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jo.phillips@worktrybe.com

About Jo Phillips

I believe that employee engagement is the main driver to success in the workplace. I cultivate with you, your vision for the future and enjoy creating an impact.


I am a Senior HR Business Partner with over 20+ years’ experience across the complete employee lifecycle in both private and public sectors.


My experience has seen me work across multi-jurisdictions in Australia and New Zealand and more widely across APAC. I have enjoyed specialising in Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering and implementing best practice technology and processes to improve efficiencies and capabilities.


I am the quintessential HR Generalist, and my passion lies in Employee Engagement, Wellness, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Workforce Planning, and Rewards and Recognition programs. I am a compliance advocate and am hands-on advising and guiding my stakeholders with an authentic approach. Fairness and honest conversations coupled with empathy (which I believe is a pre-requisite of being an impactful HR Consultant) is what drives me to deliver exceptional outcomes.


I have an innate ability to walk in the shoes of others, share learnings to improve situations and make a positive difference for the future.


I am wired to help others succeed and welcome a chat over a coffee at any time. I also happen love a game of golf if you are up for that!


Outside of work, I find joy in both relaxing and adventurous pursuits. My favourite holiday destination is the picturesque Amalfi Coast, perfect for unwinding, though I equally love hitting the slopes at any top-notch ski resort. My go-to hobbies include golfing and skiing, and an old favourite movie that never loses its charm for me is "The Sound of Music," with its timeless songs that I absolutely adore.


When it comes to music, I'm a fan of Bon Jovi and Rod Stewart, especially appreciating Stewart’s husky voice. Culinary delights are another passion, and I particularly enjoy Japanese cuisine, with Sakura Restaurant in North Sydney being a beloved spot.

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