Strategic People Partner

• Partner with a collaborative executive team to enable people strategies
• Collegiate team environment where professional development is a priority
• Melbourne CBD/hybrid work arrangements, VPS6, 14-months full-time

About us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. 

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. 

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

About the role

Our people partnering team work closely with our executive teams across the Courts Group to deliver people strategies and solutions that enable a high performing workforce. We are currently looking for a proactive and dynamic Strategic People Partner to lead our people partnering team within the Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV). This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR generalist looking to drive strategic HR initiatives, build leadership capability, and foster an inclusive, high-performing workplace. You will be joining a supportive and inclusive People Partnering team of high calibre HR professionals that value innovation and work collaboratively to share ideas and resources.

As the Strategic People Partner, you will deliver business-driven solutions across the entire employee lifecycle, providing expert advice to executives and managers in relation to workforce planning, change management, leadership and organisational development, and employee engagement. As the HR lead within MCV, you will be the strategic HR advisor to the CEO and a trusted partner and advisor to the executive team. You will enjoy building relationships with a client group that actively seeks your advice and welcomes your guidance in setting the strategic people agenda. You will be supported by subject matter experts across the People Services function who will work with you to align people programs and initiatives with organisational priorities.

This role also oversees operational HR matters within MCV. You will coach and mentor a team of people partners who manage employee relations matters, performance management processes, and workforce planning. You will oversee their work and provide day to day coaching and development to support their growth.

Duties

• Partner with the executive team to align people strategies and programs with organisational goals and drive a high-performance culture.
• Build trusted partnerships with the MCV CEO, executive team and key leaders using your influencing and coaching skills.
• Set the people agenda and lead the implementation and delivery of people strategies and programs across the employee lifecycle.
• Collaborate across the CSV People Services team to design people strategies, programs and policies to align with the needs of your clients.
• Proactively draw on data and evidence from a range of sources to identify trends, monitor and evaluate key programs, and provide insights that inform executive decision-making.

About you

This role will suit an experienced senior people partner with expertise across multiple areas of the employee lifecycle. You will bring knowledge and expertise across one or more specialist areas of HR and an aptitude for aligning people solutions with the strategic direction of the organisation. We are seeking candidates with a passion for good customer service and a high degree of emotional intelligence. Tertiary qualifications in human resources, psychology, business, or related fields (or working towards) is desirable.

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume 
• a short cover letter

Other information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.