At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive workforce performance and employee engagement while leading key People & Culture projects.
- Company: Join Y Ballarat, a leading not-for-profit empowering young people and families.
- Benefits: Be part of a passionate team making a real difference in the community.
- Other info: Dynamic environment focused on child safety and community impact.
- Why this job: Shape organisational culture and support young people's growth in a meaningful way.
- Qualifications: 5-7 years in HR with strong leadership and coaching skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
The Senior People & Culture Business Partner is a trusted specialist who partners with leaders across the organisation to drive workforce performance, organisational capability, employee engagement, and cultural success. The role leads complex employee and industrial relations matters, workforce planning initiatives, organisational change programs, leadership development, and key People & Culture projects. Working closely with the Manager, People & Culture, the position provides expert advice to senior leaders, mentors People & Culture team members, and contributes to the development and execution of People & Culture strategies that support organisational growth, compliance, and operational excellence.
Strategic Workforce Planning & Organisational Development
- Partner with senior leaders to develop workforce strategies aligned to organisational priorities.
- Support the development of workforce planning activities including succession planning, critical role identification, capability assessments, and workforce risk management.
- Analyse workforce trends and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
- Drive initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and culture.
- Support organisational design reviews and change management activities.
Employee & Industrial Relations
- Management of complex and sensitive employee relations matters.
- Provide advice on industrial relations, legislation, enterprise agreements, awards, and employment obligations.
- Partner with leaders to proactively identify and mitigate people-related risks.
- Prepare management level reports and recommendations relating to employee relations matters.
Leadership Coaching & Capability Development
- Coach and influence senior leaders in effective people management practices.
- Within P&C design and deliver leadership development initiatives.
- Build leadership capability in performance management, workforce planning, employee engagement, and change leadership.
- Act as a trusted advisor on organisational culture and leadership effectiveness.
Change Management & Projects
- Lead significant People & Culture projects from design through implementation.
- Facilitate organisational change initiatives and workforce transitions.
- Develop change management plans, communication strategies, and stakeholder engagement approaches.
- Evaluate project outcomes and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
- Provide mentoring, guidance, and technical expertise to People & Culture team.
- Support capability development within the People & Culture team.
- Contribute to succession planning and workforce capability within the People & Culture function.
- Act as a senior escalation point for complex HR matters.
Key Selection Criteria
- Degree qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Employment Law, Business, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5-7 years' experience in a senior HR Business Partner, Senior People & Culture Partner, or equivalent role.
- Demonstrated experience partnering with senior leaders and executives.
- Advanced knowledge of Australian employment law, industrial relations frameworks, awards, and enterprise agreements.
- Proven experience managing complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and organisational change.
- Demonstrated experience leading workforce planning and organisational development initiatives.
- Strong leadership, coaching, influencing, and stakeholder management capability.
- Proven ability to analyse workforce data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
- Experience leading People & Culture projects and driving organisational improvement.
- Excellent written communication skills including preparation of executive reports, submissions, and recommendations.
- Experience within community services, education, early childhood education, or not-for-profit sectors.
- Formal qualifications in coaching, mediation, leadership development, or organisational development.
- Experience leading HRIS implementation or transformation projects.
Senior People And Culture Business Partner in Ballarat employer: The Y Australia
Y Community School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of both its staff and students. With a strong focus on collaborative leadership and innovative teaching practices, employees are encouraged to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant community, this new junior campus offers unique opportunities for professional development and a chance to make a meaningful impact on young learners' lives.
