First Nations Inclusion Manager

Lendlease is Australia's leading real estate business with International operations. Our core expertise is in Investment Management, Development, and Construction. For more than 60 years, we have created thriving places around the globe.  

About the Role:

The First Nations Inclusion Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating initiatives that support the attraction, retention, engagement, and career development of First Nations employees across the Australian Lendlease business. The role contributes to the delivery of people outcomes aligned with Lendlease's Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and broader inclusion strategy.

Working within the Talent Acquisition and Inclusion team, the position provides strategic and operational leadership in embedding culturally safe practices, developing and strengthening First Nations partnerships, and enhancing employment outcomes. The role also supports broader cultural diversity initiatives and contributes to the development of inclusive workplace policies and programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development

• Lead targeted recruitment strategies to attract First Nations talent across all levels.

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring managers to ensure culturally appropriate and inclusive recruitment practices.

• Lead activity and engagement with the CareerTrackers and NASCA program across Australia.

Employee Engagement & Pastoral Care

• Support the engagement, development, and career progression of First Nations employees.

• Provide culturally informed pastoral care and act as a trusted advisor for First Nations staff.

Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Strengthen and manage relationships with First Nations organisations, community leaders, and service providers.

• Represent Lendlease at First Nations events, forums, and networks to enhance visibility and engagement.

• Support and enhance First Nations employment outcomes through co-designed programs and partnerships.

Strategy & Cultural Integration

• Contribute to the implementation of Lendlease's RAP and First Nations talent strategy.

• Participate in the Elevate RAP working group and assist in planning significant cultural events throughout the year.

• Provide expert advice on embedding First Nations perspectives into policies, programs, and decision-making.

• Represent the voices of First Nations employees at the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council.

About You:

• Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and accepted by their community with a strong connection to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture.

• Experience in supporting First Nations employees in workplace settings.

• Ability to work independently as well as demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with supportive leaders/stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and strategic mindset.

About Us:

We are committed to developing and retaining the best people and provide the best possible learning and development opportunities. We are a company who thrive on our employee's wellbeing, and offer benefits including: 

• Health & Well-being program, including well-being leave to relax and recharge, health assessments, and gym/exercise discounts 

• Balance your career and personal life with work flexibility, purchase additional annual leave and extensive family support benefits.  

• 26 weeks paid parental leave for both parents.  

• 3x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave).  

• Large pipeline of project work for career development and growth opportunities 

• Bonus scheme, Employee Share Acquisition program and options for salary sacrificing.  

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At Lendlease we offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equitable treatment and equitable opportunity are just the norm. We remain committed to supporting under-represented groups and providing a wide range of inclusion initiatives, so that everyone is supported to thrive.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is reflected in our Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan, our Bronze Award with the Australian Workplace Equality Index by Pride in Diversity, and our generous parental leave policy of 26 weeks to any parent regardless of gender.

Lendlease welcomes applicants regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, people with a disability, sexual orientation, or life stage. If you do not meet all the criteria or require adjustments to proceed with your application, we encourage you to reach out for a further discussion.