Manager, Human Resources

The Department of Parliamentary Services delivers impartial, professional and innovative services to support Victoria’s elected representatives, the democratic process and the Parliament as an institution. Through our commitment to diversity and equality, we are actively engaged in promoting and maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected, valued and supported. We seek to recruit the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. Our team members are the key to our success and bring new and innovative responses to issues and challenges we face in our work in the delivery of quality services to support the work of the Parliament.

Manager, Human Resources

People & Capability

• Ongoing, permanent role with hybrid work available
• PoV Grade 6, $138,631 - $185,518 + 11.5% superannuation

About the role

As the Manager, Human Resources, you will lead the delivery of strategic and operational HR services across the Parliament of Victoria. This includes overseeing the HR Business Partnering and HR Administration teams and driving initiatives that build workforce capability, improve employee experience and support organisational effectiveness.

You will play a key leadership role in modernising HR systems and processes, implementing evidence-based workforce strategies and providing expert advice to senior stakeholders on complex people matters. This role is critical to shaping a future-focused, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and implementation of HR strategies, frameworks and policies that support workforce capability, succession planning, leadership development and employee engagement.
• Empowering high-performing HR teams to deliver responsive, customer-focused services aligned with strategic objectives.
• Optimising digital HR platforms and workforce analytics to support data-informed decision-making and strategic planning.
• Driving HR transformation initiatives to enhance service efficiency, employee experience and organisational performance.

About you

You are an experienced and strategic HR leader who excels at building strong partnerships, leading transformational initiatives and delivering high-impact HR services in complex environments.

As an ideal candidate you will also possess:

• Extensive experience in leading strategic HR functions, including workforce planning, policy development and service transformation.
• Proven leadership capability, with a demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams within diverse and dynamic settings.
• Advanced knowledge of digital HR platforms and workforce analytics, with the ability to leverage technology to support strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency producing complex correspondence, briefings and drafting policy.
• Proven experience in leading organisational change and transformation.

Why join us?

We offer flexible work, come to the iconic heritage listed Parliament House building or our adjacent modern offices and collaborate with the team one day, work from home the next.

We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported. These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives.

Your professional development is important to us. That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth.

When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.

For more information about a career with us, visit our website.

How to apply

Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.

Applications close: Sunday 22 June 11:59PM (AEST)

The process from here

Shortlisted candidates will be invited toan interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete additional assessment components during the recruitment process, which may include a writing and analytical exercise, as well as psychometric testing.

Accessibility

If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact our Recruitment Team via email [email protected] or on (03) 8682 2842

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Applications close Sunday 22 June 2025 at 11.59PM