City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
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Are you a dynamic and experienced People & Culture professional looking for an exciting new challenge? We’re on the lookout for a People & Culture Business Partner to join our highly motivated team at the City of Stonnington!
In this role, you’ll be a true generalist, seamlessly switching between day-to-day HR operations and big-picture people strategies. One moment, you might be guiding managers through complex workforce matters, and the next, you’ll be collaborating on transformative initiatives to shape an outstanding employee experience.
With a diverse workforce that includes Care Workers, IT professionals, Early Years Educators, Engineers, and more, no two days are the same. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, partnering with leaders across the organisation to drive meaningful change.
Why Stonnington?
This is a full-time, 12-month maternity leave cover, offering a competitive salary of $108,694 - $120,725 per annum + 11.5% superannuation.
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model, balancing remote work with time in our bright, modern, and sustainable office at 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern. When you’re on-site, you’ll be surrounded by boutique stores, cafés, and wellness hubs, with easy access to Malvern Gardens, High Street Armadale, and Glenferrie Road.
If you're passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love the idea of making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
To thrive in this role, you'll bring:
- Proven expertise in delivering modern, people-focused HR practices that align with organisational purpose, vision, and strategy.
- A passion for culture, with the ability to design and implement initiatives that energise teams, enhance engagement, and create a workplace where people thrive.
- Experience leading change within large, complex environments, guiding organisations through transformation with confidence and clarity.
- A bold and innovative mindset, always looking for ways to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
- A strong customer focus, ensuring a partnership-driven approach that builds trust and delivers real value to stakeholders.
- Fresh thinking and a people-first attitude, bringing enthusiasm to shape a progressive and inspiring workplace.
- A degree or postgraduate qualification in Human Resources is essential, with experience using organisational culture diagnostic tools highly regarded.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Submitting your application
Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you have what is needed to ‘thrive’ (as noted in the Success Profile) and to tell us more about you and why you want to want to work for us.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.
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