Strategic People & Culture Business Partner

Strategic People & Culture Business Partner

Join to apply for the Strategic People & Culture Business Partner role at La Trobe University.

Lead with influence. Help shape the future of strategic business partnering at La Trobe.

Are you an experienced senior People & Culture professional with the strategic insight to influence executive thinking and the leadership capability to help transform a function?

At La Trobe University, we’re evolving our Strategic Business Partnering model, and we’re seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking strategic business partner to help drive that evolution. This role goes beyond strategic support, it’s about actively contributing to the growth, credibility, and maturity of the function, helping position it as a leading model within the tertiary sector.

You’ll bring deep expertise across core people disciplines, including leadership, performance, strategic workforce planning, and organisational development, along with strong business acumen, sound professional judgement and a collaborative mindset. Your ability to build trusted relationships, coach senior leaders, and navigate complexity with personal leadership and resilience will be essential as we deliver on our ambitious strategic people agenda.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high‑performing, values‑led P&C team and play a key role in shaping how strategic people leadership is delivered across the University.

What you’ll be doing

• Partner with Executive Leaders to deliver meaningful, people‑led solutions aligned to organisational strategy.
• Act as a coach and strategic advisor – enabling a culture of performance, strategic workforce planning and leadership excellence across a wide portfolio.
• Translate complex people and culture initiatives into relevant, practical, and high‑impact actions.
• Drive culture and engagement initiatives, and enterprise‑wide change projects.
• Champion a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

What you bring to the role

Why La Trobe?

La Trobe is a place where innovation, diversity and purpose come together. We’re grounded in our values – Connected, Innovative, Accountable and Caring – and committed to creating a workplace where people thrive. You’ll be joining a supportive team of experienced People & Culture professionals who are passionate about partnering for impact.

We offer

How to apply

Please note only candidates who hold the full rights to work in Australia will be eligible for consideration

Closing date : 11 : 55pm on Wednesday 12th November, 2025

Recruitment Enquiries : Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Partner, Strategy and Senior Appointments Email : v.stavrou@latrobe.edu.au

Apply now and be part of a values‑driven organisation where your voice matters and your expertise leads real change.

#J-18808-Ljbffr