Senior Consultant, Performance

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Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Melbourne (Bundoora)
Categories: Human Resources, Project Management, HEO8

• Full time
• Fixed Term position (6 months*)
• $112,200 – $128,304 + 17% superannuation
• La Trobe Bundoora Campus location

We're seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Consultant, Performance to join our team on a fixed-term basis to support the delivery of a strategic project focused on optimising employee performance across the University.

In this project-based role, you'll be part of the People and Culture Division, contributing to the design and implementation of targeted initiatives that strengthen performance practices, build the capability of our leaders, and create greater clarity and consistency in how performance is supported.

You'll take a hands-on role in coordinating the project, partnering with leaders and key stakeholders, and shaping tools, resources, and support that enable staff and leaders to engage confidently in performance improvement. Whether it's driving project milestones, developing practical and scalable solutions, or embedding sustainable change, you'll bring structure, initiative, and a strong focus on outcomes.

You'll be part of a highly collaborative team that's passionate about creating a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. We're looking for someone who's delivery-focused, adaptable, and thrives on solving complex problems through practical solutions. If you take initiative, enjoy working at pace, and are excited to help shape meaningful change; we'd love to hear from you.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• A passion for enabling performance and helping people do their best work.
• Strong project coordination skills, with experience managing timelines, tracking deliverables, and ensuring alignment across stakeholders.
• Strong coaching skills and the demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders.
• A delivery mindset with high attention to detail and a focus on producing high-quality work.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across a wide range of stakeholders.
• A relevant degree and experience, or an equivalent combination of knowledge and capability gained through training or professional practice.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to performance improvement projects in large or complex organisations.

*While the appointment is for 6 months, there is potential for extension for the right candidate should the project continue.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Closing date: By 11:55pm on Monday, 18August 2025

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role against the Essential Criteria (located in the Position Description);

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Advertised: 04 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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