senior people and culture business partner
2 days ago
Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 695441
Location: ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
We are currently seeking applications for a Senior People and Culture Business Partner, to join the People and Culture at The Department of Treasury & Finance for a period of up to 2 years.
Remuneration: ASO6 ($98,478 - $104,165 per annum) + 12% Super
About the opportunity:
As a Senior People and Culture Business Partner, you'll be a trusted advisor and strategic partner, working closely with leaders to shape workforce strategies, solve complex people challenges, and drive positive change.
In this role, you'll take on tasks such as:
- Partnering with executives and leaders to navigate complex employment matters, think conflict resolution, underperformance, misconduct, medical incapacity, grievances, and complaints
- Managing risk and escalation with confidence and care.
- Enhancing current processes and practices, and co-creating smarter, more efficient workforce strategies.
- Providing expert guidance on the people side of change, advising on industrial consultation, supporting leaders through transitions, and helping manage impacts and risks.
About you:
We're looking for someone who's collaborative, calm under pressure, and passionate about people. You'll bring:
- Experience advising senior leaders on complex workforce matters, including interpreting industrial instruments and policy requirements.
- In depth experience managing a wide range of employee matters, including performance issues, medical incapacity, redeployment, grievances, complaints, organisational change, and disciplinary processes, using fair, consistent, and best practice approaches
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear, thoughtful correspondence and provide evidence-based recommendations.
- A proactive mindset and a track record of implementing workforce strategies in dynamic, evolving environments.
About the Organisation
At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), you'll join a high-performing, purpose-driven team helping shape a stronger South Australia. As the State Government's trusted advisor on fiscal, economic and policy matters, our work guides decisions that impact our state's future.
Whether you're contributing to the State Budget, shaping policy, or delivering vital financial and corporate services, you'll make a meaningful impact. We offer diverse career pathways, a supportive team culture, and a strong focus on your growth and development. At DTF, your ideas are heard, your contribution is valued, and your work matters.
At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
What we offer:
We believe the little extras can make a big difference in supporting your success, some of our great incentives include:
- Salary packaging – boost your take-home pay
- Flexible working options – hybrid working options
- Fitness Passport – unlimited access to 75+ gyms & pools
- Career pathways – mentoring and study assistance
- Employee Assistance Program – for you and your family
- Supportive teams and comprehensive training to support your success
Enquiries:
Name: Amelia Plowman
Title: Manager Workforce Operations
Email:
Tel:
Application Instructions:
To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.
Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration
The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.
Need adjustments? Let us know in your application, we're here to support you.
Applications close: 14/09/2025 11:30 AM
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