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We are seeking a strategic and people first Performance & Reward Manager to elevate how we recognise, reward and retain talent. This is your chance to influence enterprise wide frameworks, partner with senior leaders, and drive initiatives that align with our values and long term strategy.
At HCF, we put people first—members and our teams. As Performance & Reward Manager, you will maintain and embed fit‑for‑purpose remuneration and benefits frameworks aligned to our strategy and People & Culture initiatives; provide practical advice to P&C partners on divisional needs; and manage the impacts of legislative and prudential changes, including CPS 511, through clear policies and procedures. You will lead the annual performance and remuneration cycle with senior leaders, prepare analysis and recommendations for Board and Remuneration Committee papers, and deliver insights that are simple and timely. You will embed HCF's job architecture by designing training, upskilling BPs and Talent Acquisition, maintaining job evaluation methodology and guiding salary benchmarking. You will strengthen our recognition culture and evolve values aligned programs such as HCF Heroes, partner closely with Finance, Payroll and Strategy to land initiatives that support our EVP, and contribute to HCF's 2030 strategic agenda and beyond by ensuring we remain competitive with market practice. You will lead a small specialist team coaching, setting direction and managing end‑to‑end performance.
About You
* Solutions focused with a curiosity to understand the opportunities and challenges within the HCF context
* Deep understanding of remuneration and benefits best practice and regulatory requirements
* Expertise with data, ability to synthesise and critically analyse complex and large data/information
* Advanced Excel
* Ability to explain remuneration concepts to all levels including Senior Leaders and present complex data in a simple and engaging manner
* Ability to work with ambiguity and provide simple, fast solutions to complex problems
* Demonstrated extensive experience and/or qualified in job evaluation (preferred Korn Ferry/Hay/Aon/Radford)
About HCF
At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we've been putting our members and their health first. As Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
We're united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Skills
We'll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
* 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
* 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
* Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
* Discounts on HCF's products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Human Resources
* Industries: Insurance
We're committed to equal opportunity in employment. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HCF Australia. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
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