Workforce Development Business Partner

Job description

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A large education provider is seeking an experienced Workforce Development professional to support the delivery of organisation-wide learning, development and employee engagement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation that is committed to building workforce capability, strengthening employee engagement and fostering a high-performance culture.

Your new role

  • Design, develop and facilitate professional development programs, workshops and workforce capability initiatives aligned to organisational priorities

  • Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to identify learning needs and deliver tailored workforce development solutions

  • Support the delivery of employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives and organisational development activities

  • Coordinate induction programs and facilitate learning activities that enhance employee capability and the onboarding experience

  • Lead the planning and delivery of key employee events, including conferences, awards programs and recognition initiatives

  • Provide reporting, analysis and recommendations to support workforce development, engagement and capability outcomes

  • Support performance and development processes through coaching, training and stakeholder engagement

What you'll need to succeed

  • Demonstrated experience designing, delivering and evaluating learning and development programs within a complex organisation

  • Strong facilitation skills with knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles

  • Experience delivering employee engagement, recognition, organisational development or workforce capability initiatives

  • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all levels

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation development

  • Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret data and provide practical recommendations

  • Experience managing projects and delivering outcomes in dynamic or fast-paced environments

  • Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS)

  • Qualifications in Human Resources, Organisational Development, Change Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded

What you need to do now

If you're interested in applying, please submit your latest CV (in Word format) to . If this position isn't quite right for you, however you're still exploring new opportunities, please email your latest CV to start a conversation.



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Job Summary

  • Published on: 24 Jul, 2026
  • Category: HR
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: VIC - Southern Melbourne
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: VIC - Southern Melbourne