People Services and Data Lead

For over 240 years combined, Berry Street and Yooralla have been at the forefront of supporting Australians with a disability and those experiencing poverty, violence and abuse. Now, as one unified organisation, we bring together unparalleled expertise and a shared commitment to empowering individuals and families to thrive, while upholding and championing their human rights. We believe in a future where everyone has the opportunity to live the fulfilling life they choose for themselves, free from the impacts of trauma, violence, and abuse, achieved safely and with dignity.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a systems savvy experienced professional to lead transformative change in a purpose-driven organisation. As the People Systems and Data Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of harmonising and uplifting our People & Culture systems, helping shape a future-ready foundation that supports our strategic goals.

Over the next 2–3 years, you’ll play a pivotal role in consolidating multiple HR systems, streamlining processes, and enhancing the employee experience. Working closely with the Head of People Services and cross-functional teams including IT and Finance, you’ll lead a pipeline of system improvements and deliver impactful projects that drive efficiency and data-informed decision-making.

• Full time, Permanent role
• $125K + Super and Salary packaging
• Hybrid role - WFH 3 days a week

If you have a passion for continuous improvement, process design & data analysis, make an impact in a collaborative and values-led team!

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, configuration, and optimisation of HRIS platforms to improve employee experience and operational efficiency.
• Build and manage workflows that support streamlined HR processes and accurate data management.
• Coordinate system testing and ensure alignment with business requirements and compliance standards.
• Plan and deliver small to medium-sized projects, tracking progress, timelines, and reporting on variances.
• Develop and embed people metrics and reporting frameworks, providing insights to support strategic workforce decisions.
• Support regular Board reporting and respond to ad hoc data requests with accurate and timely information.
• Manage vendor relationships and support selection processes to ensure systems align with long-term organisational needs.

About You

You’re a systems thinker with a strong foundation in HR technology and a passion for improving how people and data connect. With at least five years’ experience managing HR systems, your strenghts lie in building workflows, managing data, and driving system enhancements from end to end.

You will bring a business analyst mindset to everything you do, with a sharp eye for process design, implementation, and continuous improvement. A solid understanding of HR processes and data management and the ability to collaborate across teams and translate business needs into smart, scalable system solutions is required.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a diverse and innovative team that’s dedicated to making a difference.
• Career Development: We support continuous learning and provide opportunities to develop your skills and career.

Interested?

Applications close at 11pm, Tuesday 19 August 2025.

Click apply now to submit your resume and cover letter addressing the experience and capabilities section is essential.

Queries about the role, please contact Daniel Guthrie, Head of People Services dguthrie@berrystreet.org.au

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and National Police Check and International Police check if required and Victorian Carer Register clearance if applicable. 

Berry Street Yooralla is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage people with disability, LGBTQIA+ and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People to apply.