Jo Turner

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Jo Turner

Divisional Manager - Business Support, Operations and Life Sciences

I focus on Life Sciences; specifically Scientific, Quality Assurance and Quality Control along with Regulatory affairs

The roles I work on include:

Regulatory Affairs Managers
Senior Regulatory Associates
Regulatory Affairs Associate
Quality Assurance Associate (+QA Managers and senior associates)
Quality Control associates
Scientists (Formulation, R&D, Senior Scientists)

With over a decade of experience navigating the intricacies of the healthcare and recruitment industries, I am motivated by supporting candidates transitioning careers or stepping into their first industry roles. Armed with an extensive recruitment background and healthcare knowledge, I bring expertise and dedication to every assignment I work on. I have a passion for healthcare recruitment and the countless opportunities it presents to positively impact the lives of patients. I relish the chance to stay updated with the latest developments in healthcare technologies and therapy areas, finding deep satisfaction in witnessing the results of my hard work in action.

Holding a Bachelor of Applied Science, I find my expertise useful when analysing statistics and discussing scientific knowledge with clients and candidates alike. Additionally, my Diploma of Health Practice Management equips me with skills to implement policies and procedures, recruit healthcare-specific talent, manage personal and professional development, budgeting and forecasting, and oversee Occupational Health and Safety.

Over the years, I have honed my expertise in the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries, building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Committed to delivering results on every assignment, I take a consultative approach with both clients and candidates, ensuring all bases are covered.

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Jobs by Jo Turner.

Administration and Business Support

Contracting Recruitment Specialist

Melbourne
Competitive

The Opportunity This role sits at the centre of the Healthcare Professionals Group's contracting recruitment function, acting as a specialist partner to consultants and a key enabler of smooth, compliant, and timely contract placements. You’ll work across candidate engagement, talent pooling, contracting workflows, and operational support — ensuring contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders are supported throughout the full contract lifecycle. This is a specialist, outcomes-focused position suited to someone who enjoys structure, problem-solving, and being relied upon as a go-to expert within a contracting environment. What you’ll be doing Generating client and candidate contract schedules. Rate calculation for contracting and provide project-specific contracting support as required. Review and verify applicable Fair Work awards and award classifications coverage for contracting roles Supporting recruiters with the delivery of contract placements from shortlist through to onboarding Building and maintaining strong, ready-to-place contract talent pools Engaging, screening, and supporting contractors throughout active assignments Coordinating contract workflows, onboarding steps, and system requirements Acting as a point of expertise for contracting processes and compliance Supporting contract extensions, changes, and lifecycle activity Ensuring data accuracy, documentation quality, and timely follow-ups Producing and maintaining operational reports and contractor updates Providing cover and continuity for contract recruitment activity when required Who we’re looking for Experience in supporting contract recruitment/talent pooling within an agency environment is well regarded but not required Degree qualification Understanding of Fair Work legislation is well regarded but not required Experience in executing basic financial figures calculations is preferred Strong experience in administration and customer service. Background in recruitment support, coordination, operations, or specialist delivery roles Confidence working across multiple systems and workflows in a fast-paced setting Strong attention to detail with a practical, solutions-focused mindset Clear communicator who works well with recruiters, contractors, and internal teams Comfortable managing priorities and responding to time-sensitive requirements Professional, dependable, and motivated to be a trusted specialist within the team Our Culture At HPG, we value experience, accountability, and trust. Our teams operate with structure and autonomy — supported by strong leadership, clear expectations, and systems that work. You’ll be part of a business that invests in doing things properly, values specialist expertise, and recognises the importance of contract recruitment done well. For a confidential discussion, contact Jo Turner, Divisional Manager on +61488807377 About Healthcare Professionals Group (HPG) Healthcare Professionals Group is one of Australia’s most established and respected recruitment businesses, with nearly three decades of industry presence and a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and long-term partnerships. We operate across specialist recruitment markets with a clear focus on delivering trusted outcomes for clients, contractors, and internal teams. Our contracting division is a critical part of the business, supporting high-volume, high-complexity recruitment environments through strong systems, structured processes, and specialist expertise. You’ll be joining a stable, experienced team where collaboration, credibility, and operational excellence are genuinely valued.

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Administration and Business Support

Executive Assistant

Melbourne
$50 per hour

An exciting temporary opportunity is available for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the senior leadership team within a global biopharmaceutical organisation based in Melbourne. The role works closely with senior stakeholders locally and internationally, including Europe and the U.S., and offers exposure to a high-impact corporate affairs function in a fast-paced, complex environment. This position will suit someone who enjoys operating at a senior level, thrives on structure and pace, and wants to contribute to work that supports public health outcomes globally. The Role You will provide high-level administrative support while helping optimise team efficiency, productivity, and engagement. Key responsibilities include: Senior-level administrative support Complex calendar management, meetings, and global travel coordination Coordinating meetings and events (local and international), including budgets Supporting procurement, contractor payments, and purchase orders Preparing reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and expense reports Assisting with team reporting, milestone tracking, and internal communications Monitoring budgets and expenditure across cost centres Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders About You You will bring: 5+ years’ experience in a similar EA or senior administration role Experience supporting senior leaders in a large, complex or global organisation Strong Microsoft skills (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Copilot) Excellent organisation skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities A proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience with SAP / Workday and SharePoint (preferred) What’s on Offer Immediate start, temporary assignment Hybrid working model – minimum 3 days per week in the office Exposure to a global corporate affairs function Collaborative and professional team environment Please apply now online , or reach out to Jo Turner (Divisional Manager) on 0488 807 377 for a confidential discussion.

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Accounting and Finance

Senior Payroll Officer - 41808-1

Melbourne
$70 - $75 per hour

Join a highly respected global organisation as a Senior Payroll Officer, where you’ll act as a Payroll SME across the APAC region. If you enjoy solving complex payroll challenges, driving process improvement, and being the “go-to” expert for redundancy and termination matters — this role offers both impact and visibility. About the Company This organisation is an established global leader with a strong presence across APAC. Their culture is built on collaboration, integrity, and innovation, with a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and continuous improvement. The Role As the Senior Payroll Officer, you will play a key SME role in delivering accurate, compliant and efficient payroll operations. You’ll partner closely with HR, Finance, Systems and Payroll Vendors to support APAC payroll processes and ensure exceptional service delivery. Key Responsibilities • Lead all redundancy and termination calculations across multiple Enterprise Agreements and Individual Agreements • Reconcile leave balances between Workday and the payroll system • Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to streamline payroll operations • Validate payroll compliance across federal and state regulatory requirements • Support month-end payroll reconciliations and reporting • Collaborate with internal teams on payroll workflows, systems optimisation and upcoming legislative changes • Maintain accurate payroll records, calendars and process documentation About You You’re a confident Payroll SME who enjoys taking ownership of complex work. You bring strong analytical capability, a solutions mindset and the ability to work with integrity and precision. What You’ll Bring • 3–5 years’ experience delivering end-to-end payroll for large employee groups (1500+) • Strong redundancy, termination and compliance knowledge • Experience with Enterprise Agreements and payroll governance • Exposure to Workday and/or Kronos highly regarded • Excellent stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills • Ability to identify process enhancements and drive continuous improvement Why This Role Stands Out Global organisation with APAC exposure SME-level influence on process, compliance and system optimisation Supportive, collaborative HR & Finance environment CBD location with hybrid flexibility Opportunity to lead critical payroll initiatives How to Apply If you're an experienced Payroll Specialist or SME looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply now online , or reach out to Jo Turner (Divisional Manager) on 0488 807 377 for a confidential discussion.

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Quality Assurance

Senior Quality Assurance Associate

Melbourne
$55 - $57 per hour

The Opportunity An established, highly regulated manufacturing organisation is seeking a Senior Operational Services Associate to support critical manufacturing operations within a complex production environment. This role plays a key part in deviation management, change management, and cross-functional collaboration, helping ensure manufacturing activities remain compliant, efficient, and continuously improving. You’ll work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Technical teams, acting as a subject matter expert across investigations, CAPAs, and GxP change initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage deviation investigations across manufacturing operations Facilitate root cause analysis and drive investigations through to closure Develop, manage, and track CAPAs, ensuring timely completion Partner with Quality and Manufacturing teams to assess risk and impact Coordinate and lead GxP change management activities Support cross-functional projects and operational improvements Monitor investigation and change metrics, escalating risks where required Maintain strong documentation standards in line with regulatory requirements About You You’ll be a confident operator in regulated manufacturing environments, comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and priorities. You will bring: A tertiary qualification in Science or Engineering 5–10 years’ experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or biological manufacturing Experience in deviation investigations, CAPA management, and change management Strong understanding of GxP environments Solid communication and stakeholder engagement skills The ability to manage timelines, priorities, and competing demands Why Apply? Join a well-established, values-driven organisation Work in a highly technical, regulated environment with real impact Be part of a collaborative team supporting critical manufacturing outcomes How to Apply If you’re looking to step into a senior operational role within regulated manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Jo Turner, Divisional Manager on 0488 807 377 for a confidential discussion or APPLY NOW

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Human Resources

HR & Payroll Analyst

Melbourne
$65 - $70 per hour

This contract role is ideal for an experienced HR Analyst with strong WorkDay experience, who also enjoys deep system work, data validation, and resolving complex HR and payroll data issues in a large enterprise environment. You’ll be brought in to support a targeted Workday data accuracy initiative, working hands-on with HR, Payroll, and Industrial Relations teams to identify, analyse, and correct system discrepancies. What You’ll Be Doing: Deep-diving into Workday HR and payroll data, validating accuracy across multiple source systems Analysing discrepancies relating to contracts, dates, allowances, historical records, and employee entitlements Applying payroll rules, Enterprise Agreement provisions, and legislative requirements to data interpretation Partnering closely with Payroll, IR, and HRBPs to confirm findings and agree on system corrections Preparing analysis and recommendations for approval prior to Workday updates Reviewing employment contracts and historical employee data to ensure system alignment Ensuring ongoing integrity of HR data within Workday What We’re Looking For: a person with strong hands-on Workday experience (HRIS focus essential) Enjoys working with complex HR and payroll datasets Understands how Enterprise Agreements and payroll legislation impact system data Can confidently explain data issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Essential experience: HR systems background with a strong Workday focus Solid understanding of payroll processes, tax, and legislative requirements Exposure to Enterprise Agreements and employment contracts Advanced Excel and analytical skills Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy Confident stakeholder engagement skills Please apply now online , or reach out to Jo Turner (Divisional Manager) on 0488 807 377for a confidential discussion.

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COMBINED EXPERIENCE

At HPG, we pride ourselves on bringing together a diverse group of professionals with extensive backgrounds in the healthcare recruitment industry. Our combined years of experience and specialised knowledge ensure that we deliver unparalleled service to our clients and candidates. By working collaboratively, we harness our collective expertise to meet and exceed your goals and expectations, providing tailored solutions and exceptional support every step of the way. Discover how our unified team effort drives success in every project we undertake.