General Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Leaders On Demand Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Be part of something bigger.

Leaders on Demand connects exceptional executive talent with C-Suite experience to solve complex business challenges. We're a fast-growing firm built on trust, agility, and impact, helping organisations access world-class leadership, exactly when they need it.

We're now looking for a 
General Manager – Talent & Operations
 to join us in this newly created, high-impact role.

About the Role

As our General Manager – Talent & Operations, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the next stage of LOD's growth. You'll oversee the end-to-end talent lifecycle, optimise client delivery, drive operational excellence, and ensure seamless alignment between client needs and deployed talent.

This is both a 
strategic and hands-on leadership role
, perfect for someone who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and enjoys building scalable systems, relationships and processes that support growth.

You'll partner with the broader LOD leadership team to:

·      Oversee the full talent pipeline – from sourcing and onboarding through to engagement and performance.

·      Drive operational efficiency across client delivery, contracts, and commercial workflows.

·      Lead continuous improvement initiatives across systems, tech and processes.

·      Partner with our finance teams to ensure smooth commercial operations.

·      Support business development efforts through proactive outreach and opportunity management.

·      Create an exceptional experience for our team, clients and partners.

About You

You're a commercially minded, people-first operator who thrives in a collaborative, high-trust environment. You bring structure, accountability and energy to everything you do, and you genuinely enjoy building strong relationships across teams.

You'll bring:

  • Proven experience in talent management, business operations or professional services leadership.
  • Strong commercial acumen and a track record of driving operational excellence.
  • Confidence engaging with senior executives, boards, and clients.
  • Exceptional communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfort working in ambiguity, with a bias for action and continuous improvement.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, HubSpot or similar systems; tech-savvy with an interest in AI-enabled process improvement.
  • A genuine ownership mindset — you lead yourself as you expect others to lead.

Why Leaders on Demand

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
  • Work alongside inspiring executives across Australia's most dynamic businesses.
  • Join a values-led team that champions curiosity, integrity and accountability.
  • Shape the operational backbone of a business redefining how leadership is delivered.
  • Flexible working environment – work from home 100% of the time, with some interstate travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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