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Bendigo, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Active member of the HR Senior Leadership team, spearheaded HR's digital transformation, optimising processes, data, and driving change for impactful results. My key achievements included:Charted HR's 5-Year Transformation Journey: Led the HR Senior Leadership team to the development of a "North Star" vision for HR digital transformation, guiding future resource allocation and solution priorities.Optimised resource allocation for maximum impact: Through a 5-year budget forecast, ensuring alignment with the Pricing Submission and maximising ROI for key HR transformation initiatives.Optimised Process & User Experience: Collaboratively optimised recruitment, onboarding, & performance management processes for improved user experience & system functionality.Spearheaded Efficient Initiatives: Led execution & monitoring of diverse HR cyclical initiatives, ensuring seamless alignment with organisational goals & delivering impactful results.Led effective change management: Guided teams through transitions with clear communication & concern resolution, maximising adoption & minimising disruption.Matured Analytics Capabilities: Delivered actionable workforce trends, insights, GEAP & key HR metrics, empowering data-driven decision-making through a maturing reporting & analytics capability.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Reported to the Chief People Officer and active member of the HR and Organisational Senior Leadership teams, spearheaded a transformative agenda, aligning People Services with organisational goals and fostered a thriving workforce through empowerment. My key achievements included:Creating a "North Star" vision: This roadmap, anchored in business objectives, drove increased productivity and engagement.Developing the Workforce Investment Review Committee: This committee shaped strategic workforce planning and cultural evolution across the organisation, achieving significant bottom-line savings.Leading the negotiation of the first Enterprise Bargaining Agreement: This fostered positive union and employee relations.Boosting equity and efficiency in annual cycles: I leveraged data to improve equity in the remuneration cycle and co-led the performance review cycle.Collaborated seamlessly with senior leaders: translating HR needs into actionable solutions & building strong relationships.Championing impactful programs: I implemented programs that boosted professional development, employee engagement, and well-being.Proactively addressing concerns: This led to a marked improvement in employee experience and high engagement scores.Championing flexible and hybrid work arrangements: This fostered a modern, adaptable workplace culture, boosting employee satisfaction and team success.

Active member of the Customer Advocate Senior Leadership team, developed a streamlined, efficient function delivering actionable data to all stakeholders. Implemented automation, analytics, and tailored solutions to improve decision-making and optimize resource allocation. My key achievements included:Streamlined reporting processes and integrated tools for efficient, action-oriented reports aligned with organizational objectives.Fostered strong collaboration with stakeholders across business units, ensuring reports met diverse strategic needs.Implemented rigorous data governance standards to maintain high-quality, reliable reporting.Increased efficiency through automation of manual tasks and improved data visualization for clear interpretation.Ensured compliance with evolving regulations and seamlessly adapted processes to meet new standards.Built a skilled reporting team through strategic hiring, training, and a culture of continuous learning.Leveraged advanced analytics to deepen insights and inform decision-making.Developed customized reporting solutions to address specific stakeholder needs.Established and tracked KPIs to monitor performance and optimize resource allocation.Provided effective user training and established robust support systems for reporting tools.Implemented cost-effective reporting solutions, maximizing value within the function.

Active member of the People Services Leadership team leveraged HR expertise to centralise and develop a performing Business Partner (Tier 2) team. Optimised service delivery through process streamlining and variability reduction, driving quantifiable organisational improvements. My key achievements included:Transformed tactical advice through team building: Onboarded and developed a performing Business Partner (BP) team, fostering a collaborative culture, equipping them with skills for success, and aligning roles to business needs.Strengthened business partnerships: Built strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation, proactively identifying challenges and opportunities, providing strategic HR expertise, and implementing tailored HR programs aligned with business goals.Championed continuous improvement: Established and tracked key performance indicators, gathered feedback, refined the BP operating model, and leveraged data and technology to inform decision-making, continuously enhancing the team's impact.Ensured compliance and governance: Developed and implemented best-practice policies and procedures, maintaining the team's compliance and operational excellence through consistency.

Active member of the HR Operations Leadership team, collaboratively built & optimised the new People Service model, aligning with strategic objectives & driving operational excellence across all HR Operational functions for an enhanced customer experience. Key achievements:Established a performing, data-driven culture: Built a streamlined reporting & insights capability from scratch, integrating tools, processes, & talent to deliver actionable insights aligned with both HR & org. objectives.Empowered stakeholders through data: Fostered strong collaboration across business units, ensuring reporting met diverse strategic needs & informed decision-making.Championed data quality & governance: Implemented rigorous standards to maintain high-quality, reliable reporting.Automated tedious tasks for efficiency: Identified and implemented automation opportunities, boosting reporting efficiency & freeing up resources for deeper analysis.Made data accessible & impactful: Developed a clear data visualisation strategy to present complex information in an easily understandable way, driving informed action.Built a skilled & motivated team: Cultivated a high-performing reporting team through strategic hiring, training & a culture of continuous learning.Tailored solutions for diverse needs: Partnered closely with business units to develop customised reporting solutions addressing specific stakeholder requirements including WGEA & Engagement Surveys.Measured & optimised performance: Established and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) to quantify the impact of reporting initiatives & optimise resource allocation.Empowered users & fostered transparency: Conducted effective user training sessions & established a robust support system, ensuring widespread adoption & clear communication of reporting insights.Delivered cost-effective results: Implemented cost-effective reporting solutions, maximising value, & optimising resource allocation within the function.

Active member of the Business Banking Senior Leadership team, transformed strategy into impactful people programs, empowering employees and guiding senior leadership to achieve critical business goals. My key achievements included:Translated divisional strategy into impactful people programs: Aligned performance, development, reward, and succession plans to empower the workforce and achieve critical business goals.Trusted advisor to senior leadership: Provided strategic guidance on workforce planning, leadership development, talent management, and change management, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.Built a high-performing HR team: Coached and developed HR Business Partners, fostering a culture of excellence and impactful employee management practices.Championed employee engagement and diversity: Implemented initiatives to boost employee engagement and advance diversity & inclusion programs, cultivating a thriving workplace.Streamlined employee lifecycle: Provided comprehensive support on onboarding, performance management, career development, and transitions, ensuring positive employee experiences at every stage.Influenced key decisions through data-driven insights: Analysed trends and metrics to inform strategic decisions and optimise people initiatives.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Active member of the Senior Leadership team who transformed complex Wealth Services strategies into actionable roadmaps, driving successful project delivery and tangible bottom-line impact through close collaboration and relentless focus on benefit realisation. My key achievements included:Conceptualised and co-owned a clear, executable Change roadmap: Shared ownership of its delivery, fostering alignment and achieving key objectives.Leveraged project management expertise and business acumen: as a member of the Project Management Office to bridge the gap between the office and customer to ensure customer needs were addressed.Streamlined project delivery: Reduced execution time through proactive risk mitigation strategies including increasing rigour during estimation.Boosted stakeholder engagement: Enhanced collaboration and provided coaching to Business Analysts, Project Managers, and Change Managers.Expert leadership and execution: Influenced project prioritisation and scheduling, managed complex stakeholder relationships, ensured project viability through financial acumen, and directly handled vendor partnerships for optimal delivery, support, and training.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Leveraged stakeholder engagement, business analysis, and project management expertise to transform operations through impactful process improvements, delivering cost/time/resource savings. My key achievements included:Spearheaded operational excellence initiatives: Collaborated with senior leaders to identify, prioritise, and deliver impactful projects with quantifiable financial and operational benefits.Expert project and change management: Developed comprehensive project plans, facilitated working groups, and managed scope, cost, quality, and timeliness across all project phases.Strong stakeholder engagement: Prepared and socialised key project documents, proactively managed risks, and ensured smooth implementation through effective communication and training. Cross-functional collaboration: Drove department-wide synergy by identifying inefficient processes, facilitating solutions, and ensuring consistent training and support for operational improvements.Continuous improvement champion: Mentored team members, monitored progress against targets, and implemented refinement recommendations to continuously accelerate transformation and value creation.

Melbourne, Australia

Efficient Fund Administration- Streamlined processes for precise & compliant fund administration- Successfully implemented advanced technologies for seamless transactions & data managementClient & Adviser Relationship Management- Cultivated relationships with clients & advisers, meeting their needs effectively- Implemented client service initiatives, resulting in heightened satisfactionRegulatory Compliance- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory requirements & industry standards- Implemented compliance frameworks, minimizing risks & meeting prudential obligationsTechnology Integration- Oversaw the integration of technologies, optimizing client services & fund administration- Implemented digital solutions for a user-friendly experience, enhancing overall operational efficiencyTeam Leadership & Development- Provided effective leadership, fostering a collaborative & high-performance culture- Invested in team development, ensuring staff possessed necessary skills for evolving industry demands- Developed training, enhancing staff expertise in funds administration- Encouraged knowledge sharing within the team, creating a collaborative & informed work environmentProcess Optimization & Efficiency- Identified opportunities for process optimization, reducing operational costs while maintaining service quality- Successfully implemented efficiency gains in client onboarding, reporting, & administrative functionsContinuous Improvement Initiatives- Proactively identified areas for improvement, implementing initiatives for enhanced service quality- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation & adaptability- Stayed abreast of market intelligence & industry trends, adapting strategies to changing dynamicsFeedback & Satisfaction Measurement- Implemented mechanisms for collecting client & adviser feedback- Regularly measured satisfaction levels, utilizing feedback to drive continuous service improvements

Business Growth Strategy- Developed & implemented a growth strategy precisely aligned with the dynamic demands of the construction industry- Successfully identified & pursued new business opportunities, resulting in a notable expansion of the company's market shareClient Relationship Management- Cultivated robust relationships with construction companies, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of their unique lifting solution requirements- Collaborated closely with clients, effectively addressing their needs, & achieving consistently high levels of satisfaction & retention- Proactively addressed customer feedback, leading to continuous improvements in service delivery- Implemented impactful customer service initiatives, enhancing the overall client experienceOperational Efficiency- Streamlined internal processes for the efficient delivery- Implemented cutting-edge management systems to minimizing downtimeTeam Leadership & Development- Led & motivated the operations team, fostering a culture of excellence & continuous improvement- Provided ongoing training & development opportunities, significantly enhancing the team's skills & capabilitiesCost Management & Budgeting- Developed & executed budgets, optimizing resource allocation for maximum cost-effectiveness- Identified & capitalized on opportunities for cost savings without compromising service qualityMarket Research & Innovation- Stayed at the abreast of industry trends & technological advancements in lifting solutions- Conducted thorough market research, identifying emerging needs, & successfully implementing innovative solutionsFinancial Performance Analysis- Analyzed financial performance metrics, effectively tracking the profitability of hoisting services- Made strategic, data-driven decisions, resulting in enhanced financial outcomes & long-term business sustainabilityContingency Planning - Developed & implemented contingency plans, ensuring minimal disruption to operations

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

Bachelor'S Degree, Marketing And Human Resource Management

It Leadership Academy

Risk Master Class

Advanced Business Analysis

Business Analysis

Tier 1, Financial Services

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