Senior HR expertise. When you need it.
Practical, experienced HR support tailored to your business — from one-off advice and complex people matters to organisational change, projects and interim HR leadership.
How I work
Get clear on what you need
I start by understanding your business, what's happening and where you need support. Together, we'll agree on the priorities and what a good outcome looks like.
Work alongside you
I work alongside you and your team, providing practical advice, hands-on support or additional HR leadership depending on what you need.
Create outcomes that last
Whether it's an immediate issue, a project or longer-term support, I stay focused on practical outcomes, with clear documentation and handover where needed.
Where I can help
HR support when you need it
Practical HR support when you need it. From one-off advice and specific projects to regular support for businesses that need additional HR capability or don't have an in-house HR function.
Interim HR leadership
Senior HR leadership to fill a gap, provide continuity or strengthen your existing team during periods of change, transition or increased demand.
Employee and industrial relations
Practical, considered support with performance, grievances, workplace investigations, conflict, enterprise bargaining and sensitive employment matters, with a focus on fair process, sound judgement and managing risk.
Organisational change and restructuring
Support to plan and deliver restructures, redundancies and broader organisational change, including structure, process, consultation, communication and implementation.
HR compliance and risk
Helping employers identify and manage HR compliance risk before it becomes a bigger problem. This includes employment contracts, policies, workplace practices and HR frameworks, with a focus on getting the fundamentals right and reducing avoidable risk.
Leadership and executive advisory
A trusted HR partner for CEOs, executives, managers and Boards navigating people, performance, governance and organisational challenges. Practical advice, coaching and an experienced perspective when the answer isn't straightforward.
Broader HR support
My experience spans the full HR function, so support isn't limited to the areas above. I can also step in where broader HR capability is needed, from recruitment and talent through to culture, leadership and organisational improvement.
What you can expect
Straightforward advice
Clear advice, an honest perspective and a practical way forward, even when the conversation is difficult.
Quick to understand your business
I get up to speed quickly so the advice reflects your organisation, your people and your priorities, not a standard HR playbook.
Focused on outcomes
The focus is on the right outcome, not creating unnecessary work or extending an engagement.
Independent senior judgement
Experienced, independent advice when the issue is complex, sensitive or simply needs a clear senior perspective.
The experience behind JV Human Resources
JV Human Resources was founded by Josie Vartuli, a senior HR leader with extensive experience across complex organisations and a diverse range of industries.
Josie has led across the full HR and HSW functions, including HR strategy, employee and industrial relations, organisational change, workforce planning, organisational design, culture, governance, health, safety and wellbeing, and operational HR. Her career includes senior HR leadership roles with SAHMRI, Adelaide Football Club, the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT, ElectraNet and the University of Adelaide.
She has worked across organisations ranging from large, complex workforces to smaller and emerging businesses, bringing a practical understanding of how HR needs to adapt to different operating environments.
Josie has completed the Company Directors Course and holds postgraduate qualifications in management and executive coaching.
A snapshot of the breadth
Experience spans a wide range of industries and organisation types, including:
From large organisations of 5,000+ employees to start-ups of 30 people.
Let's talk
Tell me a little about what you need and the best way to reach you. I'll be in touch within two business days to discuss your needs and next steps.