Learning and Development Partner

As Australia's first private, not-for-profit university, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Develop impactful, inclusive programs and initiatives that grow staff learning and capability
• Create dynamic, engaging evidence-based learning content and resources
• Collaborate with stakeholders to shape practical strength-based solutions to elevate the people experience

Learning and Development Partner

People and Talent

Full-time, Continuing Appointment – Role to commence January 2026

Position Reference No:

Join Australia's top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• 36.75 hour standard work week
• Access to flexible work arrangements#
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• 17.5% of base salary leave loading
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependents#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Discounted Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the Position

Reporting to the General Manager, People Experience, the Design Learning & Development Partner plays a key role in supporting the design and building of a future-ready workforce through impactful learning and development initiatives. This role will join a newly formed strategic function in a small team that focuses on elevating the staff experience across the broad remit of Learning & Development, Organisational Development, Talent Management, and Staff Engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering inclusive, evidence-based multi-modal learning solutions aligned with strategic priorities.
• The development of tiered leadership offerings, bespoke learning solutions, capability frameworks, and practical tools and resources to guide people's learning journeys.
• Contributing to projects designed to elevate the People Experience for staff at Bond.
• Partnering closely with the General Manager and subject matter experts to formulate and co-create evidence-based learning solutions.

About the Person

You are a proactive and collaborative all-rounder learning and development professional, with a passion for contributing to improving the people experience for an organisation's staff. You have a passionate curiosity of your own, to continue learning and adapting your approaches to stay current and impactful in designing inclusive, evidence-based development experiences that build capability and support workforce growth.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in L&D, HR or related field, plus Certificate IV in TAE (Essential).
• Demonstrated experience in professional/corporate organisational staff-focused learning and development, with a focus on building professional staff capability, fostering growth, and supporting workforce skill and capability readiness.
• Experience designing and delivering end-to-end processes (TNA, design, development, implementation, evaluation) of multimodal learning across all levels, including tiered leadership.
• Expertise in instructional design, adult learning, and universal design principles to create interactive content that is engaging and inclusive.
• Sound facilitation skills and ability to create psychological safe learning environments.
• Proficiency in using digital learning tools (e.g. Articulate 360) and interested to continue learning about emerging tools/technologies to enhance the learner experience.
• Experience with developing capability frameworks, leadership programs, and talent development initiatives.
• Ability to transform complex evidence-based theories, frameworks, or legislative compliance content into learning that is clear, practical, and engaging.
• Ability to effectively work with competing priorities and deliver in a fast-paced, busy environment
• Collaborative and solutions-focused, with strong stakeholder skills, a growth mindset, adaptability to pivot with business requirements, and a drive for continuous improvement.

Highly regarded attributes include:

• Knowledge of how to apply strength-based approaches, and the 70:20:10 learning model.

Salary details

The salary range for this full-time position is $96,222 to $110,164 per annum, dependent on skills, qualifications and experience, plus 12% superannuation.

Further information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Tracey Lee Piltz, General Manager, People Experience on

How to Apply for this Position

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.

Click Apply Now and Create New Account to get started. You can:

• Upload your Resume – your account will be created automatically, or
• Manually enter your details to set up your account.

Please ensure your application includes:

• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above.

Applicants are requested to address their interest in this role in their Cover Letter as well as highlighting how their experience aligns with the required attributes outlined in the Position Description.

For current Bond University staff, apply directly via People Connect, log in with staff credentials, from the Home dashboard select Careers, select the role and apply.

If you require any assistance with your application submission, please visit Applying for jobs at Bond.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 23 October 2025.

Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted on Monday 24th November, with panel interviews due to be held on Tuesday, 25th November.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity.  In line with Bond University's values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at anytime during the recruitment process.

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