People and Culture Manager
Implement strategies to improve a company’s culture and manage its human resources.
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What's it like to be a People and Culture Manager?
People and Culture Managers are primarily responsible for developing and implementing strategies that align staff attitudes and behaviours with the organisational values and culture. They foster open communication and positive employee relations, conduct performance reviews, and oversee staff welfare and wellbeing. People and Culture Managers also facilitate management development, team building and leadership coaching.
Tasks and duties
- Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
- Building and managing the company's culture and overall employee engagement.
- Overseeing recruitment processes and ensuring they are fair and unbiased.
- Managing performance review systems and providing coaching to teams and individuals to ensure continuous improvement.
- Addressing employee queries and handling grievances to uphold company policies and standards.
- Ensuring legal compliance throughout all human resource operations.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. People and Culture Manager employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Employment Law
People & Culture
Employee Relations
Industrial Relations
HR Policies
Human Resources
Organisational Development
Performance Management
Change Management
Human Resource Law
HRIS
Learning and Development
HR Strategy
HR Management
Workforce Planning
Strategic Thinking
Motivating Others
Succession Planning
Leadership
Performance Appraisals
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Latest People and Culture Manager reviews
Jun 2025
A fulfilling yet dynamic journey that requires balancing empathy and strategy to foster a thriving, inclusive workplace.
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Human Resource Management/Master of International Business
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationGovernment & Defence
The good thingsA People and Culture Manager plays a vital role in shaping a positive workplace environment where individuals feel supported, valued, and empowered. They help bridge the gap between leadership and sta...
The challengesWhile deeply rewarding, the People and Culture Manager role comes with its share of challenges. Balancing the needs of employees with the goals of leadership can be complex, especially during times of...
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May 2025
not for the faint of heart
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Law
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationManufacturing, Transport & Logistics
The good thingsWorking as an HR Manager in an operational role is both demanding and rewarding. This unique position blends strategic human resource management with hands-on operational involvement, allowing for a d...
The challengesWhile there are many rewarding aspects of being an HR Manager in an operational role, there are also significant frustrations. One of the major pain points is the politics of the company. Navigating d...
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