Head of People Operations

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate leader to join us as Head of People Operations, leading our People Solutions function - a team at the very heart of Nine.

This is an exciting time to come on board, as we prepare to launch Nine’s very first HRIS in early 2026. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in driving a successful rollout while empowering and supporting the People Solutions function. You'll be at the forefront of HR operations, focusing on HR service delivery excellence and data-driven decisions to enhance the employee experience during a time of significant organisational change and cultural transformation.

This role is all about supporting the build of a scalable, efficient, and forward-thinking HR service model. You'll lead a team that provides seamless, high-impact HR support across the employee lifecycle, ensuring our partnership and support to the business is accessible, simple, and compliant, to help build a high-performance culture across a workforce of approximately 5,500 Employees.

Please note, this is a parental leave cover until January 2027.

Day to day you will:

• Lead the People Solutions function (a team of 10), embedding HR best practices and delivering accurate, efficient, and practical HR services.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing consistent processes and optimising service models.
• Ensure governance of people processes to maintain compliance, consistency, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with the People & Culture leadership team to design and implement group-wide initiatives and align with Nine's overall people strategy.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to your team, fostering a culture of innovation and strategic impact.
• Develop and nurture team capability, including career planning, succession planning, and forecasting future talent needs.
• Act as a key representative in Group-wide projects including but not limited to HRIS implementation, championing change and influencing continuous improvement.

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience in a senior People & Culture leadership role within a large, complex organisation.
• Exceptional leadership ability to build and grow high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated experience with implementing and embedding HRIS and/or HR projects (Workday ideal, but not essential)
• A genuine passion for coaching, team development, and delivering an excellent customer experience.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with commercial agility to manage change effectively.
• Previous experience in a unionised environment and the ability to analyse data to influence decision-making is desirable.
• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related field.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.