Executive Receptionist & Office Operations Lead

La Trobe Financial; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment and events organization is seeking a Head of People & Culture Operations & Payroll to manage the Dayforce payroll system and lead HR data initiatives. This role involves overseeing system design and ensuring compliance with data regulations while developing applications to meet business needs. The ideal candidate will inspire teams and drive continuous learning within the organization. This position offers a vibrant work culture with numerous employee perks across entertainment and travel opportunities in Australia and New Zealand.

Benefits

Employee discounts on entertainment and travel experiences

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll systems and HRIS.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to enhance system capabilities and manage data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Dayforce system design and management.
• Ensure HR data accuracy and compliance.
• Lead application development and improvements.
• Communicate function’s vision and objectives.

Job description

Head of People & Culture Operations & Payroll - EVT Head Office

At EVT we believe in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow‑factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

As market‑leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best‑known brands in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award‑winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

EVT has an endless range of roles and career paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award‑winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

About the Role:

Dayforce/Payroll System Implementation & Management

• Serve as the Dayforce Systems Owner, overseeing system design, maintenance, and continuous improvement aligned with the strategic roadmap.
• Manage and optimise HRIS systems in collaboration with People & Culture (P&C) and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless integration between Dayforce and Rostering systems, maintaining data accuracy and compliance.
>Uphold data security and integrity across the organisation, including developing policies, processes, and procedures.
• Led the transition of Dayforce from implementation to BAU (Business as Usual) in partnership with EVT IT, P&C, and Learning & Development (L&D) teams, ensuring system sustainability and ongoing process enhancements.
• Drive optimisation of Dayforce modules post‑stabilization, leveraging full system capabilities to improve operational efficiency.

P&C Data Management

• Lead and manage HR data requirements internationally, ensuring seamless integration and accuracy across national boundaries.
• Implement best practices for HR data governance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organisational policies.
• Support key processes and procedures by ensuring accurate, secure, and accessible management information.

Application Software Development & Improvement

• Develop and enhance existing applications by analysing system performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary modifications.
• Design and implement new applications to meet business requirements and operational needs.
• Continuously evaluate and refine system capabilities to align with evolving business needs.

Leadership & Direction

• Communicate the function’s vision, mission, and objectives to ensure alignment across teams.
• Inspire and motivate employees to drive innovation, process efficiency, and system adoption.

Training, Support & Performance Management

• Ensure the EVT has robust and responsive systems to support users and optimise system functionality.
• Partner with the L&D team to identify training needs, develop learning materials, and facilitate Dayforce system training for employees and managers.
• Design and deliver ongoing system training using online and in‑person delivery methods, including new feature rollouts, refresher training, and onboarding support.
• Set performance objectives for direct reports, monitor key metrics and take corrective action when necessary to achieve goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, providing coaching and mentorship to improve system proficiency across EVT.
• Identify process inefficiencies, suggest and implement system improvements, and lead change management efforts to drive innovation.

Love catching the latest movies, dining at trendy restaurants, staying in incredible hotels, or even hitting the slopes at Thredbo? Well, you’re about to. EVT Perks offer a range of always‑on discounts on our amazing entertainment and travel experiences across Australia and New Zealand. Best of all, these perks are available to every EVT employee, including casual employees, starting from day one.

Join the EVT Head Office and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.

When you click apply you will be directed through to our Job Ad listed on Dayforce which is the platform in place to track all of our applicants when applying for roles with the EVT group. You will be asked to enter in your information and answer some screening questions when applying.