Head of People & Culture

Sharp & Carter Perth HR; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements (2 daysW

International travel

Job summary

Sharp & Carter Perth HR partners with an established global technology business to appoint a Head of People & Culture. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, collaborating closely with the CEO and executive team to drive people initiatives that support growth.

You will own the P&C function across multiple regions, embedding capability frameworks, overseeing recruitment, remuneration, and employee engagement while guiding change in a dynamic, agile environment with

Qualifications

• Broad generalist HR experience across strategic and operational priorities.
• Experience developing and implementing people practices; performance management, remuneration and talent management.
• Experience supporting business growth, navigating change and scaling processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with CEO and leadership team to deliver people initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and embed performance management, career development and capability frameworks.
• Oversee recruitment, workforce planning and talent management initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement, retention and organisational culture.
• Manage remuneration reviews, incentive structures and job evaluation processes.
• Oversee HR systems, governance and employment compliance across regions.
• Provide advice on employee relations and operational HR matters.
• Support ongoing organisational change and continuous improvement.

Skills

Generalist HR

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Change management

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Sharp & Carter is partnering with an established and growing global technology business to appoint a Head of People & Culture.

Having undergone a period of significant change and transformation, the organisation is seeking a commercially minded HR leader to support its next phase of growth and continue developing its people practices.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a broad generalist leadership opportunity offering a genuine balance of strategic and operational responsibilities. Working closely with the executive leadership team, you will take ownership of the P&C function, lead a small team and play a key role in supporting business performance, employee engagement and organisational capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to deliver people initiatives aligned with broader business objectives.
• Lead and embed performance management, career development and capability frameworks.
• Oversee recruitment, workforce planning and talent management initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement, retention and organisational culture.
• Manage remuneration reviews, incentive structures and job evaluation processes.
• Oversee HR systems, governance and employment compliance across multiple regions.
• Provide advice and support across employee relations and broader operational HR matters.
• Support ongoing organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute HR leader who brings a strong balance of strategic capability and operational expertise. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will be confident influencing business decisions, contributing to broader organisational strategy and presenting people-related insights and recommendations, whilst remaining hands‑on in the delivery of key initiatives.

Ideally, you will demonstrate

• Broad generalist HR experience, with the ability to take ownership of a P&C function and operate across both strategic and operational priorities.
• Experience developing, implementing or improving people practices across performance management, remuneration, organisational development and talent management.
• Experience supporting business growth, navigating change and building people processes that can evolve as an organisation scales.
• A commercial and solutions‑focused approach, with the confidence to challenge thinking, influence decisions and partner with senior leaders.
• An adaptable, proactive and hands‑on working style, comfortable operating in an agile and dynamic environment.
• Strong relationship‑building skills, with the ability to establish trust across all levels of a business and translate business needs into practical people initiatives.
• Exposure to international HR operations, technology businesses or private equity‑backed environments would be advantageous, but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Broad P&C leadership role with direct partnership to the CEO and executive team.
• Opportunity to shape and improve people practices within a growing global business.
• Genuine variety across strategic and operational HR.
• Flexible working arrangements, including two days working from home.
• Competitive remuneration package, including short‑term incentive.
• Opportunity for international travel.

Equal opportunity

Sharp & Carter is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and encourage anyone who meets the key requirements of the role to apply.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.