Senior Manager, Indigenous Engagement
Commonwealth Bank of AustraliaJoin Us in Making a Difference
At CommBank, we’re committed to creating a culturally competent and inclusive workplace — and we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous candidates. Your lived experience, cultural knowledge and leadership are valued and essential to our team.
About the Role
As the Senior Manager, Indigenous Employee Experience Advocate, you’ll lead initiatives that support, retain and engage our Indigenous staff. You’ll be a culturally safe first point of contact for Indigenous employees and leaders, providing advocacy and support in partnership with People Care, HRBPs, HR Direct and Workplace Relations.
You’ll champion cultural safety across the organisation — leading Yarning Circles, supporting cultural navigation, delivering development programs and coaching leaders to build capability and confidence.
What You’ll Do
Act as a trusted, culturally safe contact for Indigenous employees, coordinating support and referrals.
Lead inclusion and cultural safety initiatives, reporting on impact and outcomes.
Coach leaders in cultural competency and policies (e.g. Sorry Business, “tell us once”).
Develop and deliver retention and career development strategies.
Partner with communities and external networks to strengthen CBA’s reputation as an employer of choice.
Advocate for equity, systemic improvement, and clear career pathways.
What We’re Looking For
Demonstrated experience and knowledge across HR, particularly in retention and engagement.
Deep understanding and lived experience of Indigenous culture and practices to foster inclusivity and respect.
Experience in culturally safe case navigation, advocacy, and referral coordination.
Sound subject matter expertise in delivering cultural awareness training.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
Experience designing and delivering learning programs and initiatives.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing expectations.
Strategic thinking, problem solving, and data literacy.
Excellent communication and advocacy and AI skills.
Knowledge of policy, compliance, and non-financial risk practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree or equivalent experience in HR, Community Development, Social Work, Psychology or related fields.
Experience in case management, organisational development or cultural capability programs.
Lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
What We Offer
Culturally competent recruitment and ongoing support.
Flexible work and access to cultural leave.
Professional development, coaching and mentoring.
Opportunities to engage in cultural events and initiatives.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about supporting Indigenous inclusion and retention, we’d love to hear from you.
If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.
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