Interim Chief People Officer – Advertising Industry | Sydney CBD

ClearCompany; Sydney; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interim contract

Potential permanency

Job summary

ClearCompany in Sydney's CBD is seeking an experienced Chief People Officer (CPO)/CHRO to lead the People & Culture function. Reporting to the CEO, you will shape the HR strategy, oversee operations, and partner with the executive team to drive a high-performing, engaged workforce.

This hands-on, strategic role requires transforming culture, leading talent development, and ensuring compliant HR practices in a fast-paced creative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CPO, CHRO, or senior HR leader.
• Able to shape and implement HR strategy while hands-on.
• Strong culture transformation and leadership development experience.
• Experience working with CEOs and senior stakeholders.
• People-first approach with strong stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead organisational development, talent management, and leadership coaching initiatives.
• Oversee HR operations, including performance management, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
• Partner with senior leaders to drive cultural transformation and change management.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices in HR and workplace relations.

Skills

CPO/CHRO experience

Senior HR leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

People strategy

Job description

About the Company

Are you an experienced Chief People Officer (CPO) / Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) looking for your next challenge? A privately owned advertising company in Sydney's CBD is seeking a hands‑on, strategic, and people-focused leader to join their executive team on an interim basis, with the potential for permanency.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for leading the People & Culture function, shaping the company's HR strategy, and driving initiatives that foster a high-performing and engaged workforce. This role requires someone who can balance big-picture strategy with hands‑on execution in a fast‑paced, creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with business objectives
• Lead organisational development, talent management, and leadership coaching initiatives
• Oversee HR operations, including performance management, workforce planning, and employee engagement
• Partner with senior leaders to drive cultural transformation and change management
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices in HR and workplace relations

About You

• Proven experience as a CPO, CHRO, or senior HR leader, ideally within creative, media, or fast‑paced environments
• Ability to shape and implement HR strategy while rolling up your sleeves to get things done
• Strong track record in culture transformation, leadership development, and talent strategy
• Experience working closely with CEOs and senior stakeholders in growth-oriented businesses
• A people-first approach with exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills

What's on Offer?

• Interim role with a strong potential for permanency
• Opportunity to shape the HR and People strategy of a dynamic advertising business
• A collaborative, innovative, and fast‑paced environment in Sydney CBD