Change Project Manager, People & Culture - 6 Month Contract - Immediate Start!

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Job Description

We’re seeking a sharp, outcomes-driven People & Culture Project Manager to help deliver critical people transformation initiatives that will shape the future of our media business. This role sits within the Transformation Office and partners closely with senior People & Culture leaders, workstream leads, and the Executive team to ensure seamless execution of strategic people programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage end-to-end project plans for key people transformation initiatives, driving delivery against agreed timelines and milestones.
• Map and manage interdependencies across transformation workstreams and the broader P&C strategy to ensure alignment and sequencing.
• Track risks, issues, and milestones, ensuring proactive identification and resolution of blockers.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, working closely with Transformation Office roles and P&C leads to optimise resource allocation and delivery efficiency.
  
  

Support governance and reporting, providing updates on progress, risk mitigation, and decision-making needs to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience managing complex HR/P&C transformation projects in large, fast-paced environments.
• Strong capability in project planning, tracking, and cross-functional coordination. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across multiple stakeholder groups.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work at pace, navigating ambiguity with confidence.
• Knowledge of workforce planning, change delivery, or people strategy execution is a plus.
  
  

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive impactful change across Nine’s diverse landscape. You will be at the forefront of transforming our company’s operating model, ensuring it aligns with the evolving needs of our employees and business.

If you’re passionate about delivering transformative workforce change and thrive in collaborative, innovative environments, we’d love to hear from you!

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription
  
  

More info at Nine Careers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.