Head of Human Resources

Transform lives, every single day
- Do you want a career that means more? At Anglicare Sydney, we bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen.
- We’re a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving society’s most vulnerable for more than 160 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support. And now, we’re extending our reach and impact even further.
- As Head of Human Resources - Community & Mission, you’ll be key to our mission to enrich lives and strengthen communities. You’ll support a deeply impactful business unit that delivers vital community services including housing, food and financial assistance, chaplaincy, and mental health programs. You will work with passionate, values-driven leaders spread across Sydney and regional NSW, empowering them to build strong, engaged teams and deliver person-centred care to those who need it most.
- Your opportunity
- Reporting to our General Manager, Human Resources & Employee Relations, and working closely with the Community & Mission Group Executive, you will lead the strategic direction and delivery of People & Culture services tailored to the unique needs of this business unit. You will provide expert HR partnering and practical solutions that strengthen leadership, workforce engagement, and capability—across a complex and geographically dispersed environment.
- With integrity and resilience, you will:
- Align HR strategy with business goals, partnering with a broad range of leaders on workforce planning, talent, and leadership development.- Lead People & Culture initiatives that support frontline community programs and enhance employee experience, safety, and service delivery.- Coach and enable geographically dispersed managers through change and transformation, building HR capability in challenging service environments.- Lead HR functions including recruitment, workforce engagement, performance, and talent management across a diverse and mission-aligned workforce.- Drive organisational change, track HR metrics, manage IR matters, and ensure compliance with Enterprise Agreements and Awards.- Support and lead the People & Culture BP team to deliver consistent, high-quality support and guidance to managers and staff across varied locations.

What you’ll bring

You are a strategic and compassionate HR leader with a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of supporting frontline community services. You thrive in complex, multi-site environments and are skilled in partnering with dispersed leadership teams to deliver strong people outcomes.
- You will also need:
- Extensive experience leading HR functions (at least 10 years) with relevant HR or IR qualifications (postgraduate preferred).- Experience in community services, not-for-profit or multi-site organisations (advantageous).- Strong background in the development of tailored HR programs that add value.- Demonstrated experience in industrial relations including EA negotiations and union engagement.- Proven success in driving change, building leadership capability, and delivering practical, values-aligned HR solutions.

Why Anglicare?
- We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen.
- At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.
- On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:
- Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life- Pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free.- Spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment also tax free with salary packaging.- Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career- Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers- Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family
- Are you ready for a career that means more?
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Application Close Date: August 18, 2025