Senior Manager, Business Partnering

7 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tandem Partners Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

About the Organisation

This leading government authority is delivering one of the state's largest and most complex infrastructure programs, focused on connecting communities and creating lasting positive impact. Join a people-first organisation committed to building a progressive workplace where high-performing teams thrive.

The Role

As Senior Manager, Business Partners, you will lead the evolution of People and Culture partnering in a complex, growth-focused environment. This role is all about building capability, embedding a clear partnering model and fostering a high-performing workplace.

Key Responsibilities

  • Champion contemporary People & Culture business partnering to enable senior leaders to deliver organisational goals.
  • Drive people planning cycles and ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Lead a talented team focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous professional growth.
  • Guide organisational change with a people-centric approach, supporting enterprise compliance.
  • Partner with Employee Relations to support a constructive employee experience and manage risk.
  • Model transformational leadership, inspiring trust, collaboration and improvement.

About You

  • Significant experience leading HR Business Partnering at a strategic level.
  • Proven ability to influence and build credibility with executive stakeholders.
  • Expertise in organisational change, capability development and people planning.
  • Sound understanding of employment law, industrial relations and contemporary HR practices.
  • High-level communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in HR, Organisational Psychology, Business or related field preferred.
  • Experience in government or large, complex environments highly valued.

What can they offer?

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
  • Career development, leadership programs, and professional memberships.
  • Inclusive, respectful culture and strong staff wellbeing focus.
  • Generous leave and family-friendly policies.

If you have questions about the role before applying, please email Clare Johnston at quoting

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