We are confidentially recruiting this
General Manager – Performance & Reward
position on behalf of a highly regarded organisation operating within the Australian financial services sector.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished Performance & Reward leader to influence the future direction of a leading organisation undergoing significant transformation.
Reporting to the Chief People Officer, you will lead a high-performing team while partnering closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board to shape the organisation's performance, reward and executive remuneration strategy.
This is a genuine leadership role that combines strategic influence with hands-on execution. You will lead the evolution of enterprise-wide performance and reward frameworks, oversee executive remuneration, provide Board-level advice, and play a central role in driving organisational change.
Operating within a highly regulated environment, you will thrive on navigating ambiguity, influencing senior stakeholders, balancing strategic priorities with operational delivery, and delivering outcomes that strengthen organisational performance and culture.
Responsibilities
Lead the organisation's Performance & Reward function, providing strategic direction and leadership to a team of seven.
Drive the redesign and implementation of contemporary performance and reward frameworks that support organisational strategy and culture.
Lead executive remuneration strategy, governance and annual remuneration processes.
Prepare and present high-quality papers and recommendations to the Board and Board Committees.




Partner with Executive leaders to influence workforce performance, organisational effectiveness and strategic decision-making.
Lead significant change and transformation initiatives across the Performance & Reward function.
Ensure remuneration practices remain commercially competitive, compliant and aligned with regulatory expectations.
Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Experience
You are an experienced Performance & Reward executive with a proven track record in ASX-listed organisations, combining strategic thinking with a practical, delivery-focused approach. You bring deep expertise across executive remuneration, Board governance and enterprise-wide performance and reward, and are equally comfortable presenting to Boards as you are leading your team through significant organisational change.
You will bring:
Extensive senior leadership experience across Performance & Reward within complex and highly regulated organisations.
Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide transformation of performance and reward frameworks.
Strong executive remuneration expertise, including Board and Board Committee reporting.
A proven ability to influence Executive stakeholders and build credibility at the most senior levels.
Experience leading organisational change while developing engaged, high-performing teams.
Commercial judgement, resilience and the ability to navigate ambiguity with confidence.
A team-oriented leadership style with a strong focus on culture, engagement and delivering outcomes.
Relevant tertiary qualifications, with postgraduate studies viewed favourably.
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📌 General Manager - Performance & Reward (New South Wales)
🏢 Hemisphere Search & Selection
📍 New South Wales