Head of People and Culture

Ideal for a HR professional seeking purpose — someone who has operated as either an experienced HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or Head of HR — and looking for meaningful work in a Christian‑driven environment......

Full‑time | Parramatta | Lead Culture, Strategy & People Development for a national Christian retailer

Koorong is Australia’s leading provider of trusted Christian resources, committed to spreading God’s Word and building His Kingdom. We are seeking a mission‑aligned Head of People & Culture to lead our P&C function and continue shaping a Christ‑centred culture across our organisation.

About the role

Known as the Head of People & Culture, this role is ideal for a HR professional seeking purpose — someone who has operated as either an experienced HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or Head of HR — and looking for meaningful work in a Christian‑driven environment.

You will lead the P&C team and oversee the full spectrum of HR strategy and operations. You will partner closely with the CEO and Leadership Team providing operational and strategic P&C guidance aligned with organisational priorities, workforce needs, and Koorong’s mission.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead the P&C function to deliver mission‑aligned organisational priorities.
• Implement P&C long-term strategy including talent forecasting, succession planning, and capability development.
• Drive change management and organisational design aligned with financial
• goals.
• Lead workplace investigations with procedural fairness and positive‑duty alignment.
• Oversee WHS incident management, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Drive engagement and cultural initiatives across the organisation strengthening recognition, retention and performance.
• Optimise end‑to‑end recruitment processes & development plans
• Support leaders in policy adherence, leave management, and staff wellbeing.
• Model Koorong’s values of Christ‑centredness, Servanthood, Community, & Integrity.

You will bring

You may currently be a Head of HR, HR Manager, or Senior HR Business Partner, most importantly you will bring:

• 5+ years generalist HR experience plus a 2+ years of experience within a HR management or HR leadership capacity.
• Strong understanding of HR, WHS and employment legislation
• Strong experience leading change, organisational development, and driving cultural initiatives across an organisation.
• High emotional intelligence, empathy, and strong communication skills
• Ability to influence senior leaders and develop the P&C team.
• Retail experience is helpful but not essential.
• Alignment with Koorong’s Christian mission and values.

What we offer you

• Employee Perks: Access staff discounts and benefits through our Employee Benefits Program such as extra leave, flexibility, novated leasing, Koorong product discounts and more.
• An opportunity to work with purpose, work on innovative integration projects, drive digital transformation, and build Koorong’s mission
• Chance to bring impact and strengthen the P&C function

Apply now 😉

We’re passionate about building a culture of Christ-centredness, integrity, servanthood, and community. If this aligns with you as an experienced HR leader, apply now with your cover letter and CV.