Job Description
The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) is seeking an experienced and contemporary People & Culture leader to lead its internal workforce and culture across a high-performance environment.
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As Chief of People & Culture, you will lead the organisation's people strategy, operations and culture, ensuring its people are supported to perform at their best and contribute to the success of Australian Olympic Teams.
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Working closely with the CEO and Leadership Team, you will ensure the AOC's people are supported, engaged and equipped to perform at their best; both day-to-day and during Games environments.
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"This is a rare opportunity to influence performance at the highest level of sport; through people"
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About the AOC
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The AOC is responsible for preparing, selecting and leading Australian Olympic Teams, while advancing the Olympic Movement nationally.
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With Los Angeles **** and Brisbane **** ahead, the organisation continues to evolve its internal capability and culture to support sustained success.
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The Prospect
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Reporting to the CEO, this role leads the AOC's People & Culture function and sits on the Leadership Team.
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The position is primarily focused on internal workforce leadership, including workforce planning, employee lifecycle management, culture and performance.
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The role also contributes to Olympic Team environments through workforce planning, wellbeing and advisory support, working closely with Team leadership during Games cycles.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead People & Culture strategy and operations across the AOC workforce
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Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, remuneration and employee engagement
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Champion a positive,



high-performing and values-led culture
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Lead employee lifecycle processes and workplace relations matters
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Design and deliver learning and development initiatives
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Support workforce planning and wellbeing initiatives for Australian Olympic Teams
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Provide strategic workforce insights and advice to the Culture, Remuneration and Nominations Committee
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Ensure strong governance across people policies, WHS, integrity and safeguarding
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Lead and develop the People & Culture function
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About You
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You are a senior HR leader who balances strategic thinking with effective day-to-day delivery and builds credibility through strong stakeholder relationships.
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You bring:
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Senior HR leadership experience, with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
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Strong capability across core HR functions including workforce planning, employee relations and culture
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Experience working with executive teams and Boards or Board Committees
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Ability to operate strategically and operationally in a lean, fast-paced, cyclical environment
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Strong judgement, discretion and stakeholder management capability
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Location
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Sydney-based, with regular domestic travel and occasional international travel if required.
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Why This Role Matters & How to Apply
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This is an opportunity to lead the people and culture function of one of Australia's most respected sporting organisations, contributing to environments that support Olympic success.
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If you are a capable and values-driven People & Culture leader looking to make an impact in a unique high-performance setting, we encourage you to apply.
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To submit your CV, click the apply button and enter your details via the AOC Application Form.
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📌 Chief People Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Australian Olympic Committee
📍 New South Wales