Location: Sydney CBD (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
Contract Duration: 22nd September 2025 – 30th June 2026
Pay Rate: $750 - $800 per day + Super

We are seeking a senior leader to join the State Government People & Culture team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a small team while providing strategic oversight across payroll operations, people systems, and workforce reporting. You’ll manage vendor relationships, ensure compliance, and drive improvements while maintaining day-to-day oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 3, overseeing payroll governance, compliance, and operational frameworks.
• Manage HRIS / HCM systems (SAP, SuccessFactors, Cornerstone) and ensure data integrity.
• Deliver workforce reporting and analytics dashboards (Power BI preferred) to support business decisions.
• Engage with vendors and shared service providers to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
• Drive process improvements, system optimisation, and transformation initiatives.
• Provide guidance on sensitive payroll or vendor matters with sound judgement.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced in HR, payroll operations, or workforce analytics leadership.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, governance, and HRIS / HCM systems.
• Skilled in reporting, analytics, and dashboard creation (Power BI preferred).
• Experience managing vendors or service providers in complex organisations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Government or large organisational experience highly regarded.

To Apply:

Applicants must have valid work rights to be considered for this role.

If you’re ready to join a supportive team and enjoy the benefits of a part-time role, please submit your updated resume in MS Word format by clicking APPLY NOW or contact Ankita on 02 9200 3683 for more information.

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