Manager, People and Performance

About this role

• Footscray, Dandenong or Bendigo location; flexible, hybrid work arrangement
• Progressive team that values collaboration, innovation and impact
• Applications close 3 June 2025

About Us

We are the public trustee of Victoria, supporting those unable to manage their own affairs- often the State's most vulnerable - due to disability, illness, or injury. With a unique blend of for-purpose and commercial culture, we deliver vital financial and legal services such as Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trustee and Executor Services, and Financial Administration, helping Victorians protect and grow their financial wellbeing. Learn more at www.statetrustees.com.au

About the Role

This is more than a people leadership role- it's a chance to shape the culture, capability, and performance of a purpose-led organisation. Reporting to the General Manager of People and Culture, you'll work closely with senior leaders to deliver integrated people strategies that support organisational goals, uplift leadership capability, and enable high engagement.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and developing a values-led, collaborative team
• Partnering with executives to align people strategies with business goals
• Driving initiatives that uplift performance, leadership capability, and culture
• Providing expert guidance on complex employee relations and organisational change
• Using people data to inform strategy and enhance employee experience
• Collaborating across People & Culture to support enterprise-wide initiatives

Skills & Experience 

• Leadership experience in HR, with a focus on coaching teams and building strategic capability
• Expertise in employee relations, with a solid grasp of employment law, policy, and enterprise agreements
• A partnership mindset—skilled in influencing and advising senior stakeholders and business leaders
• Experience developing and executing people strategies that drive business and cultural outcomes
• Confidence working with HR metrics and workforce data to shape solutions and track success
• A proactive, people-centred approach and a passion for fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture
• Completed or in-progress tertiary studies in HR, Business, or a related discipline

 Employee Benefits

• One-off work-from-home set up payment
• Career development
• Health and well-being programs
• Flexible working conditions
• Education assistance
• Purchased leave
• Employee assistance program
• Reward and recognition program
• Free Will preparation
• Retailer discounts
• Charitable workplace giving
• Employee social club

Most importantly, you'll be part of an organisation that works collaboratively to improve the lives of Victorians.

Our Culture

For our clients, our people and the Victorian community, we demonstrate Care, Unity, Passion- we are here, we work together, and we bring our best.

How to Apply

Click the Apply button to commence the application process. In your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

We recognise the power of diversity and creating an environment where all our people feel they belong and reflect the communities in which we live, work and serve. We care about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender identity, age, ability, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a great fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you.