Senior Learning and Performance Consultant

Murdoch University; City Of Melville; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary including 17% employer superannuation

First Nations allowance up to $8,944 annually

Salary packaging options including gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

Access to on-campus facilities including child care and gym

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Australia is seeking a Senior Learning and Performance Consultant to lead initiatives that enhance employee performance and optimize learning. This role involves redesigning onboarding experiences and managing Learning and Development programs to ensure alignment with organisational goals. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, proven skills in digital transformation, and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in education, HR, or related field.
• Proven capability in digital transformation and program design.
• Strong skills in influencing and managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and manage competing priorities while fostering team effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of strategic learning and performance initiatives.
• Oversee delivery of Learning and Development programs and modernise training.
• Implement enhanced onboarding and career development resources.

Skills

Digital transformation implementation

Influencing and collaboration

Coaching and mentoring

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree (or progress toward) in education, HR, psychology, or related field

Digital transformation implementation

Leadership coaching/mentoring

Influencing & relationship management

Job description

Senior Learning and Performance Consultant

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About the Team

Learning and Performance is dedicated to optimising employee performance, promoting professional development, and advancing organisational effectiveness. The department is engaged in the creation and execution of learning initiatives and strategic interventions aimed at enhancing the overall health and operational efficiency of the University.

Your New Role

The Senior Consultant – Learning and Performance (12‑month parental leave cover) drives Murdoch University's People and Culture priorities by leading the design, development, and delivery of strategic learning, capability, and performance initiatives. Reporting to the Manager, Capability and Culture, this role provides senior expertise in learning design, leadership development, onboarding, and career framework to support the University's strategic objectives. The position also offers day‑to‑day leadership and mentoring to Learning and Performance Officers, ensuring smooth delivery of the Learning and Development catalogue and an exceptional learner experience across programs and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Onboarding Transformation: Redesign and implement an enhanced onboarding experience in Workday, integrate face‑to‑face sessions, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with values and workflows.
• Learning and Development Strategy: Oversee delivery of L&D programs, support the 5‑Year Roadmap, prepare for LMS implementation, and modernise mandatory training for engagement and compliance.
• Learning and Capability Development: Lead leadership programs, co‑develop management resources, design new leadership journeys, and contribute to career development and organisational learning initiatives.

What We Offer You

This is a full‑time, fixed‑term position (12 months, 37.5 hours per week) offering a competitive salary along with 17% employer superannuation contributions.

• Enjoy guaranteed pay growth with a 2% salary increase coming on 1 July 2026 under the Murdoch University Enterprise Agreement 2023.
• First Nations allowance – up to $8,944 per year for employees contributing cultural knowledge beyond the scope of their role.
• Salary packaging options – including purchasing leave, gym membership, and car parking permit.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• On‑campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic.

Application Documents

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria with reference to the Position Description.
• Your most recent resume (CV).

What You'll Bring to the Role

• Education and training equivalent to a Bachelor's degree (or progress toward) in education, HR, organisational behaviour, psychology, or a related field combined with relevant experience.
• Proven capability in digital transformation implementation and the design and implementation of programs and toolkits.
• Strong skills in influencing, collaboration, and relationship management across diverse stakeholders in a complex environment.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and manage competing priorities while fostering team effectiveness and critical behaviours.

EEO Statement

The University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Emeline Roissetter, Capability and Culture Manager, and quote JR104640 as the reference.

Application Close Date

Applications close on Friday 16th January 2026 (11:59pm AWST).