As Head of Human Resources for Australia & Current Zealand at CMC Markets, you will lead the strategic delivery of the Group’s people agenda across Australia and New Zealand. The role translates Group HR priorities into regional plans that support business objectives and meet local requirements.

Reporting directly to the Head of HR in the UK, you will provide senior HR leadership to regional executive management and work closely with Group HR, the Poland-based HR Centre of Excellence (CoE) and regional leaders.

A key priority is to lead the continued evolution of the regional HR function towards a globally integrated operating model, leveraging the Poland-based HR Centre of Excellence (CoE) for operational and transactional activities, while maintaining a focused regional HR capability comprising HR Business Partners and relevant specialists.

The role will retain accountability for regional HR outcomes, ensuring the effective delivery of people initiatives, organisational change, talent management, employee engagement and regulatory compliance through close collaboration with Group HR, the global CoE and regional leadership.

Key responsibilities

HR strategy and business partnership

- Deliver the Group’s HR strategy across ANZ, translating priorities into regional plans.
- Advise regional executive management on organisational effectiveness, workforce planning, leadership capability and people-related risks.
- Contribute regional insights to Group HR strategy and decision-making.
- Work with the Head of HR in the UK on regional priorities, resource allocation, organisational design and material people matters.
- Build effective relationships with regional leaders and provide guidance on business and people challenges.

HR operating model and transformation

- Lead the development of the regional HR function in line with the Group’s global HR operating model.
- Work with the Poland-based CoE and Group HR teams to clarify responsibilities, service standards and escalation routes.
- Support the delivery of operational and transactional HR activities through the CoE.
- Maintain regional HR Business Partner and specialist capability for strategic business support, employee relations and locally required expertise.
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce duplication and make effective use of HR systems and shared resources.
- Lead change management associated with the evolving HR operating model, supporting service continuity and stakeholder engagement.

Organisational effectiveness, talent and engagement

- Lead regional workforce and succession planning in line with current and future business requirements.
- Partner with Group HR and regional leaders on organisational design, restructuring and business transformation.
- Support managers with leadership practices,



performance management and people-related challenges.
- Oversee complex or sensitive employee relations matters, working with relevant local expertise and Group HR.
- Deliver Group talent, performance, reward, succession planning and leadership development frameworks across ANZ, adapting them where appropriate to local requirements.
- Work with Group Talent Acquisition and regional stakeholders on hiring priorities, workforce capability and retention.
- Support employee engagement, culture, career development, internal mobility and leadership succession initiatives.

Governance, risk and compliance

- Ensure regional HR practices meet applicable employment legislation, regulatory requirements and local obligations.
- Implement Group HR policies and governance standards, identifying where regional variations may be required.
- Oversee material employee relations, conduct and people-related risks, and escalate them appropriately.
- Work with Legal, Compliance, Risk and other relevant teams on employment matters and regulatory obligations.
- Oversee controls for HR activities delivered through the CoE or external service providers.
- Provide regional oversight of payroll governance and compliance, working with the global Payroll function and service providers.
- Ensure employee records, data and HR systems meet Group standards and local statutory requirements.

Team leadership and performance

- Lead and develop the regional HR team, setting clear responsibilities, performance expectations and development priorities.
- Coach regional HR Business Partners and specialists, supporting their development and continuous improvement.
- Build effective collaboration between regional HR, the Poland-based CoE and Group HR specialists.
- Review regional HR capability and resource requirements with the Head of HR in the UK.
- Monitor regional HR performance against agreed Group objectives, service standards and key performance indicators.
- Use HR data and workforce analytics to identify trends, risks and opportunities to improve people outcomes.
- Provide the Head of HR in the UK with regular updates on regional priorities, organisational developments, key people risks and HR performance.
- Manage the regional HR budget and resources within agreed parameters.

Key skills and experience

- At least 10 years’ experience in Human Resources.
- A tertiary qualification in Human Resources or business.




- Experience working in a busy, fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices and relevant legislation.
- Experience leading and motivating a team and managing HR operations.
- Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic thinking and the ability to analyse complex situations and develop effective solutions.
- Business acumen and an understanding of how HR can contribute to organisational success.

Applicants must have full, permanent working rights in Australia. Why You'll Like Working Here:

Just some of the reasons you’ll love working here include:

- Continuous learning : Our generous L&D; program covers both technical, performance and leadership training, ensuring you're always learning new skills.
- Leave benefits : Accrue 5 additional annual leave entitlements each year called My Days, as well as enjoying 5 extra annual leave days once you pass 12 months. Enjoy your birthday off to spend time with family and friends, on us! Utilise a free annual charity day to give back to your community.
- Unlimited access to a dedicated benefits & wellbeing hub where you can save money through various retailer discounts, and make use of a variety of resources that will enhance your physical and mental wellbeing
- Collaboration : We believe that great things happen when smart people work together, that’s why we’ve made the decision to work five days in the office.
- Office perks : Help yourself to free breakfast cereals, condiments, and coffee to fuel your workday. Our culture club provides opportunities for everyone whether you’re into fitness, pizza making classes, socialising or bringing out your competitive side in trivia or lawn bowls!

The things we live by CMC Markets is powered by our people. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people feel confident to be themselves, feel valued and are able to do their best work. We don’t just value differences and unique perspectives, we seek them out and we invite them in, because we know it will lead to better outcomes for everyone

We look forward to hearing from you!

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📌 Head of Human Resources ANZ (Sydney)
🏢 CMC Markets ANZ
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