About the Role As the People & Culture BP Lead you will champion a collaborative, innovative and inclusive workplace, creating and driving HR initiatives that reflect our culture and support our growth agenda. Support will be for employees across Australia & New Zealand where you will serve as a culture champion and collaborative leader, partnering with the wider leadership team to deliver meaningful outcomes. You will work closely with both local and international stakeholders in a matrix environment, driving initiatives with a solid ANZ focus.

As an integral lead in the Australia and New Zealand P&C; team, with support and projects that may extend outside of region (Asia Pacific & Japan). The role will be on a 6 month Contract. We foster an environment where collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do—valuing openness, respect, and community spirit.

Key Responsibilities - Lead and coach HR BPs on core HR processes across the employee life cycle, including induction, onboarding, training and development, engagement, performance management, career progression, and off-boarding activities.

- Provide expert guidance and support to leaders and employees on HR policies, procedures, and generalist matters - Drive strategic initiatives in talent development and company culture building, ensuring alignment with business goals and the unique values of the organisation.
- Champion diversity, belonging,



and inclusion, tailoring programmes and approaches to suit Australia and New Zealand market expectations.
- Collaborate with global and local teams to design and deliver impactful projects and programmes, ensuring a distinctive local flavour.
- Build strong relationships across all levels of the business, including senior and c-suite leaders, middle managers, and international teams.
- Utilise data-driven approaches to inform decision-making and communicate actionable insights to stakeholders. Job Requirements - Minimum 15 years as an HR business partner, with proven ability to lead and manage HR functions and business partners.
- Demonstrated success in crafting and executing talent strategies, and nurturing company culture.
- Experience in stakeholder management, including working with senior leadership - Proven ability to interpret and synthesise data to drive decisions and outcomes.
- Strong track record in diversity, belonging, and inclusion initiatives relevant to the Australia and New Zealand market.
- Natural leadership skills and a commitment to exemplifying the culture we seek to build.
- Preferred knowledge, experience in payroll administration, project management and/or change management expertise, policy writing and employee relations knowledge.
- Knowledge of the Fair Work Act and exposure to employment law is required

📌 People and Culture BP lead (6 Months Contract) (Melbourne)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Melbourne