Applies materiality criteria to assess and route proposed change initiatives into the HR portfolio.

Maintains portfolio governance documentation and reporting to a consistent, high standard.

Provides analysis and recommendations to support portfolio prioritisation and publication gating decisions.

Tracks initiative status, dependencies and sequencing across the portfolio, and flags risks and delays early.

Contributes analysis and insight to the development of portfolio strategy.

Prepares decision papers and supports governance forums with explicit, evidence-based analysis.

Coordinates with HR and other relevant functions on portfolio intake, so demand is visible and consistently managed.

Identifies and implements improvements to portfolio governance processes.

Tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance, project or portfolio management, human resources or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience

Portfolio, program or project management certification (such as MSP, P3O, PMP or PRINCE2) is preferred

Proven experience in portfolio management, governance or assurance in a large,



complex organisation, including intake, prioritisation and gating of initiatives

Experience tracking initiative status, dependencies and sequencing across a portfolio, and flagging risks and delays early

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn portfolio data into clear insights and recommendations that support decisions

Demonstrated ability to prepare concise, evidence-based decision papers and support senior governance forums

Working knowledge of portfolio governance frameworks, controls and reporting, and experience improving governance processes

Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across HR, Technology, Finance and the business

Proficiency in reporting and planning tools, including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and portfolio management or dashboard tools

Experience in HR, people or operating model portfolios is preferred but not essential

📌 Principal Portfolio, Strategy & Governance | Global Campaign (Australia)
🏢 BHP
📍 Australia