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Anthem is a leading live events marketing agency, working with Australian and international clients across the cultural and live events sector. We deliver expert advisory and marketing services for a diverse range of projects, from large-scale productions to festivals and cultural experiences, creating impactful campaigns that connect audiences with unforgettable events.
We're now looking for a People & Culture Manager to join our team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This is a hands-on, senior generalist role, ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in the day-to-day life of the business, owning core HR processes, supporting leaders with performance and people matters, and ensuring our office runs smoothly.
What You'll Be Doing People & Culture Ownership
- Act as the primary point of contact for all People & Culture matters across the business.
- Own the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, employment contracts, onboarding, probation, performance and development support, and offboarding.
- Provide practical advice and guidance to managers and employees on day-to-day people matters.
Performance Support & Review Cycle
- Own and manage the performance review and development cycle, including timelines, documentation, and communications.
- Support managers with goal setting, feedback conversations, and early intervention on performance issues.
- Help embed a culture of regular feedback, development, and accountability aligned with Anthem's values.
HR Compliance & Processes
- Ensure HR practices align with employment legislation and group frameworks.
- Maintain and update HR policies, templates, and people processes.
- Coordinate workplace health and safety requirements and maintain accurate HR records and systems.
- Support employee engagement, wellbeing initiatives, and team events.
- Help bring Anthem's values to through everyday people practices and internal communications.
- Take ownership for the physical office space, owning day to day office management responsibilities including supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships.
About You
- 4–6 years' experience in a generalist HR / People & Culture role, ideally within a small, creative, or fast‐paced business.
- Proven experience owning performance review and development processes.
- Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.
- Comfortable operating autonomously, with judgement to escalated complex matters when required.
- Practical, people‐first, and solutions‐focused.
- Confident supporting managers with performance and people conversations.
- Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively in a part‐time role.
- Approachable, trustworthy, and comfortable being the go‐to person for both HR and office matters.
- Passion for live events, culture, or the creative industries.
Life at Anthem
- Flexibility: A part‐time (3 days per week) role with flexible work options.
- Training: Ongoing development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Culture and Team: Regular team events, social activities, and a supportive, fun workplace.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
People & Culture Manager (Part-Time) in Melbourne employer: Anthem
Anthem is an exceptional employer in the entertainment marketing sector, located in the vibrant Melbourne CBD. With a focus on courage, heart, curiosity, and imagination, we foster a collaborative and supportive work culture that values creativity and personal growth. Employees enjoy regular industry perks, ongoing training opportunities, and a close-knit team environment where their contributions are celebrated and impactful.
