Director, Workforce Planning, Insights and Reporting

Position Number: JR-005193
Location: Parkville
Role Type: Full-time, Continuing
Department: Employment Compliance Directorate, CPO
Salary:  An attractive remuneration package to be offered, including 17% superannuation

• Lead high-impact workforce analytics function / Influence senior leadership decisions

• Apply now to lead transformative workforce planning and drive strategic decision-making across the University

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity:

As the Director of Workforce Planning, Insights & Reporting, you'll bring together enterprise-wide workforce planning and workforce data analytics functions into one team. You'll have the opportunity to influence high-impact decisions, collaborating with senior leaders to align workforce strategy with the University's broader objectives. Your expertise in advanced analytics and workforce strategy will be crucial in shaping the institution's future.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading Strategic Workforce Planning: Develop and implement a University-wide workforce planning framework, aligning with financial and strategic priorities. Conduct scenario modelling and forecasting based on key factors.

• Driving Data-Driven Insights: Provide senior leadership with actionable workforce insights, performance metrics, and trends analysis to support strategic decision-making.

• Fostering Key Partnerships: Build strong collaborations across the university and empower areas to facilitate workforce planning strategies in alignment with University workforce strategies.

• Advocating for an Evidence-Based Culture: Lead a high-performing team and promote a culture of innovation, learning, and data-driven decision-making across the University.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced leader in workforce planning and analytics, with a passion for data and proven track record of delivering strategic insights and driving organisational success in complex environments.

You will also:

• Possess a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

• Have extensive senior leadership experience in workforce planning or strategic HR within large organisations.

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of workforce analytics, modelling, and business intelligence tools.

• Excel in stakeholder engagement and collaboration across diverse organisational functions with experience with change management desirable.

• Show strong strategic thinking capabilities, including scenario planning and forecasting.

• Be an excellent listener and communicator, able to give voice to others while clearly conveying complex information to diverse audiences.

• Possess the ability to lead high-performing teams and manage cross-functional initiatives with measurable impact.

Your new team – Employment Compliance Directorate

The Employment Compliance Directorate (ECD) is a key Centre of Excellence within the Chief People Officer portfolio. We champion workplace compliance and data-driven decision-making across the University. ECD partners with the University community to ensure adherence to workplace laws and regulations. Through its focus on fair remuneration, workforce insights, and policy guidance, ECD fosters a culture of compliance and continuous improvement, enabling the University to meet its obligations while attracting and retaining top talent.

What we offer you!

In addition to being part of a vibrant and purpose-driven community, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Generous leave provisions

• Salary packaging

• Health and well-being services

• Discounts on graduate courses

• Flexible and hybrid working options

Be yourself

The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds and experiences of each individual. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, genders, sexualities and faiths. Learn more about our Diversity and Inclusion efforts.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please reach out to the contact listed below.

Join Us!

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and relevant experience

You are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Apply via the Apply Now button below. For enquiries about the recruitment process, contact Lachlan Bryce at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, referencing the Position Number and Job Title.

Position Description: JR 005193 - Director Workforce Planning Insights Reporting_PD.pdf

Applications close: 20th October 2025 at 12:01 AM AEDT (Melbourne time)