Senior People & Culture Business Partner

About this role

The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession. About us The VIT’s vision is to ensure that Victorian learners have the best teachers. All our work focusses on raising the quality of teaching, and providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where the full potential of all employees is reached and our differences are embraced. The VIT supports and enables employees to work safely in a discrimination-free environment and enjoy equal opportunities. Senior People & Culture Business Partner Influence people strategy. Drive organisational impact. Salary range Grade 5: $106,845 - $129,273 (this range is subject to increase following current EBA negotiations) We are a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to delivering meaningful outcomes for our customers and communities. Our People & Culture team plays a critical role in shaping a positive employee experience, building organisational capability and supporting leaders to achieve strategic objectives. About the role We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior People & Culture Business Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping workforce capability, organisational effectiveness and people outcomes across our business. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will partner with designated business portfolios to align people strategies with organisational priorities and deliver impactful business outcomes. Operating within a contemporary business partnering model, you will provide strategic and operational HR expertise across the employee lifecycle, supporting leaders to build high-performing, engaged and purpose-driven teams. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will: • Partner with senior leaders to deliver strategic HR, employee relations and workforce advice. • Lead workforce planning, organisational design, talent management and succession planning initiatives. • Support leaders in managing complex people matters, including performance, conduct and workplace investigations. • Provide expert advice on employment legislation, industrial relations, policies and organisational risk. • Lead and support organisational change, culture, inclusion and employee wellbeing initiatives. • Use workforce data and insights to inform decision-making and improve organisational outcomes. • Collaborate across People & Culture functions to deliver integrated people solutions aligned to business needs. • Participate in leadership forums, providing strategic people insights and recommendations About you You are a strategic and relationship-focused HR professional who brings deep business partnering expertise and a passion for developing people and organisational capability. • Demonstrated experience in a Senior HR/People & Culture Business Partner role within a complex organisation. • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, coach and collaborate with senior leaders. • Proven experience in workforce planning, talent management, succession planning and organisational change. • Sound knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations and workplace relations frameworks. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret workforce data and provide practical, business-focused solutions. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex and sensitive people matters. • Strategic, proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a commitment to fostering inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures. Why Join Us • A strategic and influential role with access to senior leadership. • The opportunity to shape workforce and talent strategies that drive organisational success. • A collaborative and values-driven culture. • Meaningful work that contributes to building high-performing and engaged teams. • Professional development and career growth opportunities. • Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance. • A commitment to diversity, inclusion, wellbeing and creating psychologically safe wor kplaces. How to apply This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives on influencing change, building capability and using workforce insights to drive organisational success. To apply, please submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the role. If you're applying via Seek job board, please click "Apply" to view the PD. Recruitment and selection process During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check. Applications close: 29 July 2026