People and Culture Manager

We are a not-for-profit community legal centre that is passionate about what we do and committed to justice for clients and the community. Our multidisciplinary team is made up of solicitors, tenant advocates, social workers, financial counsellors, older people's rights advocates, community legal education staff, program support staff and volunteers. This role is part of our Senior Leadership Team and reports to the CEO. About our People and Culture Manager role… This is a new role whose primary purpose is to provide effective people and culture management and guidance, including strategic and operational outcomes. This role will partner with the CEO, Executive Team and Senior Leadership Team to enhance organisational capability, strengthen culture, employee experience and performance, support diversity and build a work environment that reflects our values. The role will focus on the employee journey including attraction and retention, induction and on-boarding, separation, work health and safety, worker's compensation, learning and development, staff recognition and engagement, and managing performance. This is a part-time role (30 hours per week) and will initially be appointed on a two-year fixed term contract. We are looking for someone who can start in January 2026. Candidates must have a minimum of 3-5 years of HR/People & Culture experience and possess Australian work rights at the time of application. Experience in the not-for-profit or community sector is preferred but not essential. Provide strategic and operational people and culture guidance to the organisation. Oversee/advise on employee journey from entry to exit (recruitment, retention, management). Drive employee engagement across the organisation through innovative people and culture strategies. Build a supportive, collaborative and high‑performing work environment that values constructive feedback, clear communication, and continual growth. Support workforce well‑being and create best practices for safety and compliance. Lead the implementation and monitoring of culture, engagement, diversity and inclusion frameworks, programs and initiatives. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and awards in respect of staff entitlements. Assist to develop, document, and monitor relevant procedures and policies. Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders (eg legal, community, corporate, etc.) to achieve positive client or organisational outcomes. Wondering what else is on offer working at Encompass Legal and Community Services? A welcoming culture where achievements are celebrated. Salaries above SCHADS Award. Annual salary $122,300.37 - $125,037.73 (pro rata and depending on experience) plus super and up to $18,550 per annum salary packaging options. Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program. Flexible working arrangements negotiable to suit your needs and commitments. Support and opportunities for professional development. We value a diverse workforce with different life experiences, skills and backgrounds including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse and people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need a hand with your application. Think you have some but not all the right experience? Submit your application anyway and let us decide. Submitting your application via SEEK is easy Submit a two‑page (maximum) cover letter addressing why you would be a great fit for this role and how you apply the values of respect, and safe and open communication on a day‑to‑day basis. Qualifications – Provide proof of tertiary qualifications and/or relevant professional experience. Applications close 10.00pm on Sunday, 30 November 2025. Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a People and Culture Manager? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have in Human Resources (HR)? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? How many years of recruitment experience do you have? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? What can I earn as a People and Culture Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr