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Remuneration and Job Design Partner

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* 6 month contract role that has come up due to internal secondment * Make a difference by designing job architecture and remuneration frameworks

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Remuneration and Job Design Partner to join a respected organisation in Melbourne on a six-month contingent basis. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on shaping organisational frameworks and enjoys collaborating with senior leaders to create meaningful change. You will play a pivotal part in designing the job architecture and remuneration framework, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and future workforce needs. The position offers the chance to influence key decisions, work closely with stakeholders at all levels, and contribute to a project that will have lasting impact across the business. Flexible working opportunities are available, supporting your work-life balance while you deliver high-quality outcomes. If you are passionate about data-driven insights, stakeholder collaboration, and building equitable reward structures, this is your chance to make a real difference.



What you'll do:

Lead the design and development of comprehensive job families, career pathways, and job levels that align with organisational strategy and future workforce requirements.

* Ensure consistency in job descriptions and classification standards across all departments by establishing clear guidelines and frameworks.

* Conduct thorough market bench-marking exercises as well as internal equity analyses to inform pay banding and salary structure recommendations.

* Design robust pay bands, salary structures, incentive schemes, benefits packages, and total rewards strategies tailored to diverse roles within the organisation.

* Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership teams and the DRI project team by providing expert guidance on job design and remuneration matters.

* Facilitate engaging workshops, focus groups, and consultations with key stakeholders to gather input, build consensus, and refine proposed frameworks.

* Support change management initiatives by developing communication strategies that promote understanding and smooth adoption of new systems.

* Utilise advanced data analysis techniques to examine workforce trends, assess pay equity issues, and clarify role expectations throughout the organisation.

* Provide actionable insights based on data findings to inform policy development and decision-making processes at both strategic and operational levels.



What you'll bring:

* Demonstrated experience in designing job architectures or remuneration frameworks within complex organisations over multiple projects or assignments.

* Proven ability to conduct comprehensive market bench-marking studies as well as internal equity analyses using relevant tools or methodologies.

* Strong background in developing pay bands, salary structures, incentive schemes, benefits programmes, or total rewards strategies tailored for diverse work forces.

* Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with experience facilitating workshops or consultations involving senior leaders or cross-functional teams.

* Expertise in supporting change management initiatives including communication planning for new HR frameworks or policies.

* Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in interpreting workforce data trends related to pay equity or role clarity for informed decision-making.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills enabling clear presentation of complex concepts to varied audiences.

* A collaborative approach with proven ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders while maintaining project momentum.

* Previous experience working with Hay System or Mercer is advantageous but not essential; similar consulting backgrounds are also valued.



What's next:

If you are ready to shape the future of job design and remuneration within a forward-thinking organisation while enjoying flexible working arrangements, this is your moment—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next rewarding challenge awaits.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Georgina Warren on 03 8628 2123 for a confidential discussion.

Contract Type: Temp

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: Compensation & Benefits

Industry: Education and Training

Salary: AUD75 - AUD90 per hour + Hybrid Working

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Melbourne CBD

Job Reference: QWPTJD-047C4AA3

Date posted: 22 July 2025

Consultant: Georgina Warren