Reviewer

Claire Donnelly

Claire Donnelly

Claire is a policy-led people leader with a strong balance of employee advocacy and organisational standards. Her track record spans HR partnering in large-scale environments and performance/talent programs in high-growth teams, which shows up in her decisive, risk-aware judgement.

Expertise

HRM

Capability

HR policy and workflow validation for real-world use
Performance, talent, and engagement framework assessment
HR terminology, role boundaries, and process accuracy checks
Alignment between HR practice and HRM system configuration
Risk check for misleading claims in HR compliance topics

Skill

Policy and SOP structuring
Performance management frameworks
HR metrics interpretation (turnover, absenteeism, engagement)
Stakeholder communication (HR, managers, leadership)
Organisational psychology application in HR contexts

Experience

Senior HR Manager
2022 - now
HashMicro
HR Business Partner
2019 - 2022
Westpac
Talent Development & Performance Specialist
2017 - 2019
Canva

Education

Master of Organisational Psychology
University of Queensland
Bachelor of Psychology
Macquarie University

"HR content earns trust when it turns policy into clear actions and consistent decisions."

- Claire Donnelly

Articles

Employee Development: A Strategic Guide for Business Growth

03/03/2026

Employee Onboarding Guide for Modern Workforces

27/02/2026

What is a Human Resource Management System (HRM)?

27/02/2026

12 Best Payroll Software in Australia for 2026

26/02/2026

11 Best HR Software in Australia 2026 (Comparison)

25/02/2026

Mastering Payroll Management in Australia

23/02/2026