About the role 

At Mater, remuneration is more than a function; it’s a strategic lever that drives sustainable outcomes and supports the people who show up for Queenslanders every day. Reporting to the Chief People, Culture and Learning Officer, this is a unique opportunity to shape the remuneration strategy of one of Queensland’s most iconic healthcare organisations.

We’re seeking an experienced Remuneration & Benefits Lead to design Mater’s reward framework including supporting policies and procedures and influence how the approaches work across our healthcare organisation.

This role will suit a Business Partner with a strong specialisation in rem frameworks or a career reward specialist ready to step into a leadership role and own the function.  You’ll be someone who balances rigour and detail with purpose, and strong governance with pragmatism.

Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits!   

What you’ll do as our Remuneration & Benefits Lead

• Design and evolve Mater’s enterprise remuneration strategy, ensuring it is competitive, market-aligned and purpose-led
• Establish and maintain job architecture and market benchmarking using Korn Ferry data and contemporary frameworks
• Lead the annual remuneration review cycle and provide insights to inform Executive and Board decision-making
• Champion pay equity, compliance and transparency across a large and complex workforce
• Shape a compelling total rewards offering that strengthens Mater’s Employee Value Proposition
• Act as a trusted advisor on remuneration strategy, market positioning and benchmarking

About you

You are an experienced remuneration or total rewards professional — or a Business Partner with deep reward expertise — who thrives in complex environments and enjoys influencing at senior levels.

You bring:

• Deep expertise in remuneration and reward frameworks, combined with strong commercial and analytical capability
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver strategic, evidence-based advice
• Strong governance mindset with sound judgement in complex environments
•  Relevant tertiary qualifications, and alignment to Mater’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Korn Ferry and healthcare/NFP experience will be advantageous

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 12 hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home salary with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

For more information specific to the role, please view the PD here –  Remuneration and Benefits Lead.pdf

Applications close 30 June 2026 –please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks). 

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.  

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