Senior PX Business Partner

IDP Education Pty Ltd.; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Fixed-term contract

Job summary

IDP Education Ltd. in Melbourne seeks a Senior People Experience Business Partner to partner with senior leadership, shaping workforce strategy, organisation design, and leadership development across our global team.

You will navigate complex employee-relations issues, lead culture transformation, and drive workforce planning with a pragmatic, business-focused approach. This hybrid, fixed-term contract offers high-visibility work with global HR peers and meaningful impact on our people and

Qualifications

• Senior HRBP experience influencing senior leaders.
• Strong stakeholder management and commercial acumen.
• Experience with HR systems implementations (Oracle HCM or SuccessFactors).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive workforce planning and organisation design.
• Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement and leadership effectiveness.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations and performance management.
• Support transformational change with cross-functional partners to improve business processes.
• Utilise people analytics to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities.
• Engage with a global community of People Experience professionals to share best practices.
• Promote inclusive culture while balancing operational demands and strategy.
• Contribute to HR process and tools optimization for efficiency.

Skills

Senior HRBP experience

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Change leadership

People analytics

Collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Oracle HCM

SuccessFactors

Job description

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Senior PX Business Partner

Location: Melbourne, VIC, AU

Company: IDP Education Ltd

Requisition ID: 4589

About IDP

IDP is the global leader in international education services, delivering global success to students, test takers and our partners, through trusted human relationships, digital technology and customer research. An Australian-listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world.

Our team is comprised of over 7,000 people of various nationalities, ages and cultural backgrounds. Proudly customer-first, our expert people are powered by global technology. Together, we offer unmatched services, helping local dreams become realities, all over the world.

Location: Melbourne, Australia | Hybrid Work Model (Three Days per Week On-site) | Fixed-Term Contract of 8-9 Months

Are you an experienced People Experience professional with a passion for collaboration, strategic thinking, and delivering organisational impact? We invite you to apply for the role of Senior People Experience Business Partner within our dedicated People Experience team.

In this highly visible role, you will work in close partnership with senior leadership to craft and implement dynamic workforce strategies, influence organisational structures, and champion exceptional employee experiences that align with our business goals. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise and commercial acumen whilst driving meaningful change in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

As a trusted adviser and collaborative consultant, you will navigate complex challenges, provide insightful counsel, and balance organisational objectives with the needs and wellbeing of our people. Your contributions will directly influence our culture, effectiveness, and business success.

This contract role offers a vibrant blend of strategic leadership and hands-on execution within a hybrid work setting, ensuring meaningful engagement and flexibility.

What You'll be Doing

• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive comprehensive workforce planning initiatives, organisation design projects, and talent development strategies that enhance capability and support business objectives.
• Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement, strengthen organisational culture, and enhance leadership effectiveness through tailored programs and interventions.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations, performance management challenges, and sensitive people matters with a focus on positive outcomes and compliance.
• Support transformational change efforts by partnering with cross-functional teams to implement business improvement programs and ensure smooth organisational transitions.
• Utilise people analytics and workforce data to inform strategic decisions, assess progress, and identify opportunities within the employee lifecycle.
• Engage with a global community of People Experience professionals to share best practices, align approaches, and deliver consistent and impactful experiences across regions.
• Act as a change champion who promotes an inclusive and collaborative culture while balancing operational demands and strategic imperatives.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of HR processes and tools to maximise efficiency and employee satisfaction.

What You'll Bring

• Extensive experience as a Senior HR Business Partner, People Experience Business Partner, or in a senior People & Culture role with a proven record of influencing senior leaders and delivering strategic outcomes.
• Strong commercial acumen complemented by excellent stakeholder management skills, enabling you to shape and influence business decisions effectively.
• Demonstrated success in leading organisational change, talent management initiatives, and culture transformation within complex and dynamic environments.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and leadership development, combined with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working in matrixed, global organisations, navigating complexities with diplomacy and agility.
• A collaborative mindset with a solutions-oriented attitude, thriving in fast-paced environments and demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience contributing to or leading an Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) implementation, optimisation, or transformation project.
• Familiarity with SuccessFactors or equivalent enterprise HR systems and their application in supporting HR service delivery.
• Insight into global HR operating models and a sensitivity to cultural differences affecting people practices.

Why Join Our Team?

• Enjoy a hybrid work model that offers the best balance between collaborative in-person interaction and flexible remote work.
• Make a tangible impact on business outcomes by guiding key decisions related to talent and organisational effectiveness.
• Engage with diverse challenges and receive high visibility across senior management, enhancing your professional profile.
• Be part of a supportive global People Experience network that nurtures personal growth, knowledge sharing, and innovation.
• Contribute to IDP’s mission to create transformative educational opportunities that positively impact lives around the world.
• Experience a role that balances strategic leadership with practical, hands‑on delivery, fostering your professional development.

If you are seeking a rewarding contract role where your expertise will be truly valued and your impact far-reaching, we encourage you to apply and join our vibrant team.