Malcolm Leigh-Smith Email & Phone Number

Australia

Leigh-Smith Consulting is an Organisational Development (OD) and Human Resource Management (HRM) consulting practice. Leigh-Smith Consulting draws upon more than 30 years of extensive experience in contemporary OD and HRM within a variety of organisations and sectors. A key focus and capacity is providing expert OD and HRM consulting services to schools. Our Mission is to build the capability of educational institutions and leaders to manage their most influential investment; their… Show more Leigh-Smith Consulting is an Organisational Development (OD) and Human Resource Management (HRM) consulting practice. Leigh-Smith Consulting draws upon more than 30 years of extensive experience in contemporary OD and HRM within a variety of organisations and sectors. A key focus and capacity is providing expert OD and HRM consulting services to schools. Our Mission is to build the capability of educational institutions and leaders to manage their most influential investment; their people.Specialists within the education sectorAt Leigh-Smith Consulting, we understand the complex and competing challenges within educational environments required to meet the diverse needs of students and maximise their educational experiences and outcomes. We assist schools to develop their HRM and OD strategies and deliver services that are specifically aligned to their overall strategic objectives, needs and resourcing capabilities. We also provide advisory and project management services to manage very specific issues, challenges and opportunities that are unique to schools. Our comprehensive experience within the education sector enables us to support schools to:o attract, develop and retain talented employeeso review how services are deliveredo manage the complexities and challenges of changing industrial and compliance obligationso enhance the capability of their leadership to create the culture and relationships required to support their vision and mission.Most importantly, our extensive experience and knowledge can be utilised immediately. Partnerships and generalist servicesLeigh-Smith Consulting also work in partnership with other consultants and experts to ensure organisations have the most appropriate skills and resources available to meet their needs. Our experience is not just within the education sector so our skills and services can be applied within any organisational setting. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

In May 2019, I was approached by Fisher Leadership, to take on the role as Director of Human Resources at Melbourne Grammar School. The previous Director had resigned, the Headmaster was retiring at the end of 2019 and the School wanted the incoming Headmaster to appoint a new Director in 2020. Initially I undertook the role on part time basis for 12 months. However, due to impact and implications of the COVID- 19 pandemic, I agreed to extend my tenure until the end of April 2021, in a… Show more In May 2019, I was approached by Fisher Leadership, to take on the role as Director of Human Resources at Melbourne Grammar School. The previous Director had resigned, the Headmaster was retiring at the end of 2019 and the School wanted the incoming Headmaster to appoint a new Director in 2020. Initially I undertook the role on part time basis for 12 months. However, due to impact and implications of the COVID- 19 pandemic, I agreed to extend my tenure until the end of April 2021, in a full-time in a capacity.The role of Director of Human Resources, reports directly to the Headmaster, works closely with the Director of Finance and Administration and is a key member of the executive leadership team (Whole School Executive). The position is responsible for a team of Human Resource (and Payroll) specialists, with responsibility to develop and implement strategies and practices to effectively coordinate and/or advise on all aspects of contemporary human resource management. I have enjoyed the role and challenges of building a new team and enhancing the relationships with the leadership team and staff (teaching and general) to harness their expertise and dedication during an extraordinary period in the delivery of education. This encompassed the rapid move to “off campus learning” (online) and the various transitionary periods between “on” and “off campus learning” during 2020 and early 2021. The role has required the capability to be both “hands on” and to think strategically to develop authentic and transparent working relationships, despite the challenges of working remotely and in within restricted working environments during the last 12 months. Show less

As the Human Resources Manager at Geelong Grammar School, I was responsible for the development, implementation and management of the human resource strategy, functions, practices and policies for what is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading schools, with a reputation for excellence and innovation. Geelong Grammar School has four separate campuses within Victoria and is the largest boarding school within the Southern Hemisphere (approximately 950 of the 1600 students are full… Show more As the Human Resources Manager at Geelong Grammar School, I was responsible for the development, implementation and management of the human resource strategy, functions, practices and policies for what is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading schools, with a reputation for excellence and innovation. Geelong Grammar School has four separate campuses within Victoria and is the largest boarding school within the Southern Hemisphere (approximately 950 of the 1600 students are full boarders). It employs over 400 ongoing staff and up to 400 casual staff per year. At the Corio and Timbertop campuses, teaching staff and their families live on campus in residential communities, which presents unique challenges in the management of roles and the associated welfare needs of staff. The Human Resources Manager reports directly to the Principal and must provide timely advice and develop a close working relationship with not only the Principal, but other members of Executive and senior management teams. In addition, the Human Resources Manager must be accessible to all staff and encourage and maintain a highly transparent culture of trust and positive relationships to engender a strong sense of commitment from all employees. This aspect of the role is critical to ensuring all employees provide the best possible educational and pastoral programmes to students and excellence in delivery of associated support services. Managing a small team of Human Resource specialists, the role was responsible for all aspects of HRM, organisation development, staff welfare and strategic planning. Show less

Geelong

The position was responsible for managing a team of twelve multi-disciplinary consultants to develop and implement strategic business planning processes and organisation development functions.

Geelong

The role was primarily focused upon developing and implementing comprehensive organisation development and business review processes for the City of Greater Geelong (COGG). The role supervised a small team of consultants and provided organisation development and human resource services.

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

Master'S Degree, Organisational Psychology

Graduate Diploma, Developmental And Child Psychology

Bachelor'S Degree, Behavioural Science