Job Strategic Workforce Planning & Organisation Design Lead, Canberra

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

• Location: Sydney or Melbourne

• Type: 12-month fixed term contract

• Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working

• Click here to discover what it's like to be a part of QBE Group 

The opportunity

This role sits at the heart of shaping how the business plans and evolves its workforce. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders to translate strategy into practical workforce and organisation design solutions, particularly as the business leans into AI and digital transformation.

About QBE  

• At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch. 

• We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner. 

• What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. 

Your new role

As the Strategic Workforce Planning Senior Lead, you’ll take ownership of driving workforce strategy and organisation design across the business. You’ll combine data, insight and stakeholder influence to ensure the organisation is set up to deliver on its future priorities.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver end-to-end strategic workforce plans aligned to business and transformation priorities

• Lead organisation design initiatives, working directly with senior leaders to shape future structures

• Translate workforce and capability data into clear, actionable insights for decision-making

• Identify workforce risks and opportunities, and recommend targeted interventions across hiring, reskilling and deployment

• Drive workforce transformation to optimise capability mix, structure and operating models

• Embed and uplift strategic workforce planning capability across the People team and broader business

About you

We’re looking for a commercially minded workforce planning expert who is comfortable operating at a senior level. You’ll bring strong analytical capability, a consultative approach, and the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders in a complex environment.

Key requirements:

• Deep experience in strategic workforce planning and organisation design

• Strong background translating business strategy into workforce outcomes

• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders

• Experience working in complex, multi-national organisations

• Strong analytical and data storytelling capability

• Experience leading change, transformation or capability uplift initiatives

• Interest in shaping the workforce for the future

Benefits    

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:  

• ‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance  

• Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice  

• 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super  

To learn more about the benefits of working with us, click here.  

Awards & Recognition   

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:  

• 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Write to the company program  

• 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards   

• Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates  

To learn more about our achievements, click here.  

How to Apply   

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.  

Your career. At the heart of it.   

QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at Write to the company  

Skills:

Adaptability, Business Transformation, Coaching, Communication, Consulting, Critical Thinking, Forecasting Models, HR Analytics, HR Strategy, Human Resource Management System, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Organizational Development (OD), Process Improvements, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Data Analysis, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, Workforce Analytics, Workforce Management (WFM), Workforce Planning, Work Schedules

Application Close Date: 17/07/2026 11:59 PM

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.