Join Aristocrat as our next Talent Program Manager and be part of a company that values collective brilliance and talent unleashed! At Aristocrat, we're committed to bringing happiness to life through our innovative gaming content and technology. As a key player in our People and Culture team, you will help drive our global talent programs, ensuring they are delivered seamlessly and consistently. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on an enterprise scale, supporting a diverse workforce with ambitious goals. If you're looking for a role where you can make a world-class impact, this is it!
What You'll Do- Manage the operational calendar and execution of performance cycle touch points, such as goal setting, check-ins, and mid-year and year-end reviews.
- Configure and launch forms, tasks, and workflows with the Workday team, monitoring completion to ensure accuracy.
- Develop and execute complex communication plans, ensuring consistent and timely delivery.
- Serve as the point of contact for performance cycle questions from HR partners and business leaders when a blocking issue arises.
- Develop resources to support and launch performance cycles and programs.
- Manage and support enterprise talent programs, including planning, logistics, participant coordination, communications, and reporting.
- Build and sustain repeatable processes, employee/manager guides, documentation, and playbooks for talent programs.
- Manage the annual compliance training cycle, including coordinating stakeholder groups, leading communications, collaborating with the Shared Services team, and ensuring there is clear reporting and actionable insights.
- Champion innovation by identifying and applying AI-enabled solutions to simplify processes, improve experiences, and scale talent programs.
- Support other Talent COE initiatives in collaboration with the larger Talent COE team.
- 10+ years of strong collaborative program management experience within Human Resources, in an MNC. At least 5 years of hands-on experience running performance management systems, talent reviews and/or compliance training.
- Outstanding program and project management skills, including planning, dependency management, and delivery to deadlines across different time zones.
- Strong planning and organizational skills, with a demonstrable track record of managing recurring, fast-paced programs.
- Diligent with the ability to identify small errors that could result in significant downstream issues.
- Experience working in matrix structures or multinational corporations, navigating cross-geographies.
- Proficiency with Workday, particularly in Performance, Skills Cloud, LMS, and Talent modules.
- Digital literacy with advanced Excel skills, SharePoint, and basic data analysis capabilities. AI proficiency to automate and scale complex repeatable tasks.
- High emotional intelligence, handling sensitive situations with care and responsibility.
- Resilient under pressure, maintaining calm during deadlines and mid-cycle challenges.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with clarity and poise.
This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.
We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.
Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of collaborative program management experience within Human Resources, preferably in a multinational corporation
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience running performance management systems, talent reviews, or compliance training
- Strong program and project management skills, including planning, dependency management, and deadline delivery across time zones
- Experience managing recurring, fast-paced programs with strong planning and organizational skills
- Experience working in matrix structures or multinational corporations across geographies
- Proficiency with Workday Performance, Skills Cloud, LMS, and Talent modules
- Advanced Excel, SharePoint, and basic data analysis skills
- AI proficiency for automating and scaling complex repeatable tasks
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High emotional intelligence and ability to handle sensitive situations responsibly
- Ability to remain resilient and calm under pressure
Aristocrat Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aristocrat and has not been reviewed or approved by Aristocrat.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as robust, with medical, dental, and vision options that are frequently highlighted alongside wellness resources. Feedback suggests these benefits are a core strength of the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer matching is commonly noted, with match levels reported around 4–5% depending on plan or period. This is seen as a solid foundation for long-term savings.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave plus adoption and surrogacy assistance are referenced as part of the offering. These benefits contribute to a family-friendly reputation.
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What We Do
Aristocrat Leisure Limited is an ASX20 listed company and one of the world’s leading providers of gaming solutions. We’re licensed in over 300 jurisdictions and operate in over 90 countries around the world. We’re also proud to have a team of over 6500 employees that deliver outstanding results by pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity and technology each day. We offer a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines, social gaming and casino management systems, but it doesn’t stop there. Despite our global presence and exponential growth, we remain an ideas company at heart that is committed to delivering outstanding results for our customers and players and an unparalleled experience for our employees, who have the opportunity to grow, be inspired and be the best they can be. Our values of Talent Unleashed, All About the Player, Collective Brilliance and Good Business, Good Citizen guide and inspire us to live our mission of bringing joy to life through the power of play – every day. Come and join us – let’s play!
Why Work With Us
Individually we’re great, but together we’re brilliant. Our employees are the beating heart of our business and we attract the best people in the industry thanks to our unique and inspiring culture. Come and join the team and help bring joy to life through the power of play.
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