EL2 Director Corporate Services

Management – Internal (Human Resources & Recruitment)

This independent organisation is committed to fostering cultural change and delivering exceptional support across a unique and high-profile workplace environment. It provides a comprehensive range of human resource, training, and advisory services, along with 24/7 confidential support.

The organisation is known for its collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture, offering employees meaningful work and opportunities for professional growth. It values diversity, encourages flexible work arrangements, and is dedicated to ensuring fair and accessible recruitment processes that reflect the broader community it serves.

The Opportunity

Step into a dynamic senior leadership role where you’ll have the chance to shape the future of corporate functions within a highly regarded organisation. As Corporate Director, you’ll lead a talented, multidisciplinary team to deliver excellence across critical areas, including HR, recruitment, media and communications, property and security, and secretariat support. This pivotal role ensures the seamless delivery of essential services, sustaining the organisation’s operations at the highest level.

Collaborating closely with the Executive, you’ll drive corporate strategy, spearhead continuous improvement initiatives, and build influential relationships with key stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact while working in a supportive and empowering workplace that values your expertise, encourages innovation, and recognises your achievements.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this role is essential to the ongoing success and smooth operations of the department. It demands strategic oversight of shared services, expert risk management, and strong leadership across a variety of key areas.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Provide strategic leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality outcomes and a culture of continuous improvement.
2. Oversee the establishment and enhancement of corporate functions, including corporate business strategies and HR systems.
3. Manage and enhance the organisation’s brand and public image through strategic communications planning and media engagement.
4. Lead the management of shared services arrangements, ensuring strong stakeholder relationships and service delivery.
5. Prepare and oversee complex documentation, including Senate Estimates briefs, business cases, and corporate publications.
6. Coordinate and deliver advice and recommendations to the Executive, influencing strategic decisions and organisational initiatives.

The Ideal Person

You are a highly skilled and resilient leader with a proven ability to deliver results in a complex and fast-paced environment. With a business-focused mindset and a can-do attitude, you excel at managing competing priorities and meeting tight deadlines.

You have a natural ability to inspire and motivate teams, drive continuous improvement, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Your integrity, sound judgment, and strategic approach to leadership ensure success in diverse and challenging situations.

Extensive experience in corporate services, particularly at a senior level, is highly desirable.

Salary / Rate

$139k – $156k + 15.4% Super
Baseline Clearance required or the ability to obtain.

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Fowler on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20157

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