Strategic People Partner

General information

Name Strategic People Partner Ref # 61321 Date Thursday, May 14, 2026 Full / Part Time Full Time

Description & Requirements

• 18-month fixed-term contract
• Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane location
• Hybrid work arrangements

 

At Bupa, purpose meets possible. Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, more personal and more human.

 

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is changing, and so are we. We’re investing in more clinics, better systems and smarter, more connected ways to help our customers. As we continue to expand our services and invest in innovation, you’ll help create a healthcare system that meets people where they are, responds to what they need and leaves them better than before. 

 

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility. Just imagine the impact you could make.

 

The purpose of this role:

 

As a Strategic People Partner supporting Bupa Aged Care, you will work closely with Regional Managers and leaders across the business. You’ll be part of a high‑performing People team within one of Australia’s leading residential aged care providers, delivering practical, impactful HR guidance and supporting key people initiatives.

 

The role focuses on enabling leaders to deliver the people strategy through strong coaching, trusted advice and collaborative partnership. You’ll bring proven experience in a similar role, with the ability to build credible relationships, navigate people matters with empathy, and apply a thoughtful, solutions‑focused approach to people partnering.

 

What you’ll need to make it possible

 

• Previous experience in a similar role, partnering with leaders and delivering practical people solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coach senior stakeholders, providing trusted, insight‑led advice across the full employee lifecycle. 
• Strong expertise in managing end‑to‑end employee relations matters with sound judgement and a practical approach. 
• A hands‑on mindset combined with the ability to think strategically, anticipate business needs and deliver pragmatic, outcome‑focused solutions. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong customer focus and the ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships. 
• Broad generalist HR experience, including leadership capability, talent and succession planning, employee engagement and retention initiatives.

 

Why you’ll love it?

 

We support our people to be the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves. From providing initiatives that develop careers to looking after our people’s health, wellbeing and futures. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, with a mix of time in the office and at home, while having plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and take your experience to the next level.

 

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together.

 

Here at Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are committed to building diverse teams that are reflective of the communities we serve and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace free from discrimination, bullying and harassment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants and are dedicated to removing barriers to participation.

Location Sydney Office Recruiter Kate Mcguinness