HR Support and Enablement – Senior Manager Clerk Grade: Clerk 11/12 Salary Range: $154,231 to $178,369 plus superannuation Employment Type: Ongoing Full-Time Location: Orange, Parramatta or Goulburn - Hybrid opportunity. In-office requirement 2-3 days a week as a minimum, which could be subject to change based on applicable DCS workplace policies. Application Closing: 24 September 2026 [10:59am]
About Us Department of Customer Service (DCS) transforms the way NSW Government agencies interact with customers. We are passionate about putting the customer at the centre of everything we do and adopting new technologies to make Government work better. DCS is a service provider and regulator, focusing on delivering first-class customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform to create better outcomes for the people of NSW. About the team
Government Shared Services (GSS) is a new division in DCS that is leading the way in streamlining processes and transactional shared services to allow our people to better focus on their customers and delivering their services. We are developing and delivering a roadmap to leverage technology, streamline processes, replace legacy systems and deliver a consistent experience to more than 100+ agencies across 8 NSW Government Departments. About the Role As the Manager, HR Support and Enablement, you will lead the delivery of high-quality customer support services, payroll escalations and stakeholder engagement initiatives. You will act as a key point of contact for complex customer matters, drive service improvements and use operational insights to enhance service performance, knowledge, process optimization and alignment and strong customer outcomes Working in a fast-paced environment, you will build strong relationships across agencies and internal teams, lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure services are delivered in line with business needs, customer expectations and regulatory requirements. What You Will Do Lead the coordination and resolution of complex payroll and HR service enquiries and escalations including identifying. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to optimise service delivery outcomes. Analyse service performance data, themes and internal feedback and translate insights into practical improvements and better deliver outcomes. Drive customer-focused initiatives that improve service quality, responsiveness and stakeholder experience. Develop and maintain knowledge resources and guidance materials that support operational excellence. Lead continuous improvement and change initiatives across HR and payroll support functions. Coach, mentor and develop team capability while fostering a high-performing and customer-focused culture. About You We are seeking an experienced people leader with a strong customer service mindset and a track record of delivering operational excellence in complex service environments. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Strong leadership experience in HR, payroll, shared services or customer service environments. Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills. Experience managing complex issues, escalations and competing priorities. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making and service improvement. Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives and influence positive outcomes. Experience developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences and service outcomes. Key Capabilities The successful candidate will demonstrate strengths in: Communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders. Delivering exceptional customer service outcomes. Analysing and solving complex problems. Leading people and developing team capability. Delivering results in a dynamic operational environment. Building collaborative relationships and influencing outcomes. Managing change and driving continuous improvement. What we need from you An up-to-date CV (max 5 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining how your knowledge, skills and experience are aligned to the role. In your cover letter please share your motivation for applying for this position and your relevant skills. Please note that assessments will be conducted for this role. This involves submitting your application for review, an interview, workplace assessment and reference checks. A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for future temporary or ongoing vacancies in roles with similar capability requirements
Salary Grade 11/12, with the base salary for this role starting at 154,231 base plus superannuation
Click Here to access the Role Description . For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Scott Walker via scott.walker@customerservice.nsw.gov.au.
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Closing Date: 24 September 2026 - 10.59am
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