Head of People & Culture
Lead the people strategy behind GMCU's next chapter
Shepparton and Surrounds, Regional VIC | Senior Leadership Team
Not every Head of People & Culture role offers the opportunity to genuinely transform an organisation.
This one does.
GMCU is a proud member-owned financial institution with over 70 years of history serving communities across regional Victoria. We've built our reputation on trust, authenticity and putting people before profits. As we continue to evolve, we're embarking on the next phase of our organisational journey, modernising how we work, strengthening leadership capability, and creating a high-performance culture that will support future growth.
The Opportunity
Over recent years, GMCU has invested significantly in building the foundations of its People & Culture function.
The next challenge is different.
We're looking for a leader who can elevate organisational capability, drive cultural maturity, and partner closely with senior leaders to drive strategic objectives.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in helping GMCU continue its transition from a traditional operating model to a more contemporary, digitally enabled organisation.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Leading GMCU's People & Culture strategy and roadmap
- Driving organisation-wide performance, capability and leadership initiatives
- Partnering with executives to support business transformation and change
- Enhancing employee engagement, culture and retention outcomes
- Leading workforce planning, talent attraction and succession strategies
- Providing strategic advice on employee relations, industrial relations and workplace legislation
- Championing workplace safety, wellbeing and inclusion
- Developing frameworks, policies and people practices that support organisational growth
- Contributing to Senior Leadership Team discussions and strategic decision-making
What Success Looks Like
The number one priority for this role is clear:
Building a strong culture and workforce capability that enables GMCU to achieve its strategic growth objectives.
You'll help leaders set clear expectations, develop talent, strengthen accountability, and create an environment where people can do their best work while remaining connected to GMCU's values and community purpose.
About You
We're open-minded about industry background.
What matters most is your ability to influence, lead change and build capability.
You'll bring:
- Significant experience leading people strategy within a complex organisation
- A track record of successfully driving organisational change and cultural transformation
- Strong capability in performance management, leadership development and workforce planning
- Experience partnering with executives and boards on strategic people matters
- Deep understanding of employment legislation, industrial relations and WHS
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Tertiary qualifications in HR, Organisational Psychology, Business or a related discipline
Why Join GMCU?
This is more than a People & Culture leadership role.
It's an opportunity to shape the future of an organisation that genuinely values people, community and purpose.
You'll enjoy:
- Senior Leadership Team membership
- A highly visible role with meaningful organisational influence
- The opportunity to lead significant transformation initiatives
- Employee loan and banking benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- A values-driven culture focused on making a difference in local communities
Location
This position will be based in Shepparton. Given the highly collaborative nature of the role, we're seeking a leader who is committed to being embedded within the region and present with our people and leadership team.
Relocation support may be considered for an exceptional candidate.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to ben.lau@harrisonmcmillan.com.au or reach out directly on 0411 819 739.
