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Portfolio Manager


Company : Deloitte Australia


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2025-07-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Portfolio Manager role at Guardian Childcare & Education3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Portfolio Manager role at Guardian Childcare & EducationGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.About The RoleThe Portfolio Manager (equivalent to Area Manager) role is critical to the success of the organisation. The PM is responsible for leading consistent state performance across the six Guardian Pillars. They support the General Manager in ensuring that Guardian is the centre of choice in their local community, known for delivering awesome outcomes for children, families, team members and the business.Leadership of State Coaches and Centre Managers across QLD to deliver on targets in 6 key areas high quality practice, high performing teams, business performance, awesome family experience, awesome team experience and safety. This is achieved through the development and implementation of high-quality action plans for each centre and the overall state.Sustainable performance improvement across the state and with a focus on taking insights to scale.Strong connection and collaboration between centres across the portfolios and state.Right person in the right role doing the right thing at the right time in all key centre leadership team and centre support roles.Capability building of centre leadership team members and centre support roles.The development of strong talent pipelines within centres and the state to support career succession plans and develop strong talent pathways.Contribution to the broader network by producing tools and insights that enable all centres to improve performance.The Operations Manager is accountable to the General Manager for People, Practice and Performance outcomes across the state.Portfolio Manager QLDAbout The RoleThe Portfolio Manager (equivalent to Area Manager) role is critical to the success of the organisation. The PM is responsible for leading consistent state performance across the six Guardian Pillars. They support the General Manager in ensuring that Guardian is the centre of choice in their local community, known for delivering awesome outcomes for children, families, team members and the business.Leadership of State Coaches and Centre Managers across QLD to deliver on targets in 6 key areas high quality practice, high performing teams, business performance, awesome family experience, awesome team experience and safety. This is achieved through the development and implementation of high-quality action plans for each centre and the overall state.Sustainable performance improvement across the state and with a focus on taking insights to scale.Strong connection and collaboration between centres across the portfolios and state.Right person in the right role doing the right thing at the right time in all key centre leadership team and centre support roles.Capability building of centre leadership team members and centre support roles.The development of strong talent pipelines within centres and the state to support career succession plans and develop strong talent pathways.Contribution to the broader network by producing tools and insights that enable all centres to improve performance.The Operations Manager is accountable to the General Manager for People, Practice and Performance outcomes across the state.Location of Centres:This role will manage 11 centres across South Brisbane plus an additional two centres in the Gold Coast and across the NSW border.About UsAt Guardian Childcare & Education we celebrate childhood. Guardian is a place where our people are recognised and rewarded for bringing their whole self to work. Its whats in you that makes a childs experience truly uniqueQualifications, Skills, Mindsets And BehavioursRequired Qualifications and experience6 to 8 years experience in a multi-site business (as an Area Manager for example), with 5 years of management experience.Significant prior work experience in a business improvement / business efficiency role including solution design, implementation planning along with training and toolkit developmentStrong experience in performance improvement with a demonstrated track record of multi-site performance uplift in short periods of timeDisplays high Business acumen knowledge and skillDemonstrated understanding of how to coach for success and personal growthTertiary or university degree in an Early Learning (desirable)Business Administration qualification or alike (desirable)Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and state regulatory requirements (desirable)Experience with Acquistions (desirable)Desired SkillsStrong experience in childcare industryStrong understand of Commercial and Business AcumenStrong understanding of the business driversBe analytical and methodical in your approach to problemsExcellent Communication and Interpersonal skills both written and verbalStrong time management and delegation skillsThorough understanding and proven experience and knowledge of all busines systemsDemonstrated project-management experienceAn ability to work within and understand financial parameters; Be results drivenExcellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills to develop strong internal and external relationships.Ability to analyse and resolve varied and complex problems which may require the involvement of multiple parties.Our BenefitsAccess to professional development; coaching and mentoring programs including; bachelor program, workshops, short courses, peer meetings and qualification updates.High-quality, well-resourced environments.Attractive remuneration package with scope for future growth.Recognition program; rewarding outstanding performances individuals and teams as well as compelling incentives for key achievements.Annual Award Nights and Events to Celebrate YouGenerous Childcare discounts for your own children.Flexibility and support we understand how important life balance is.Apply nowSo, what are you waiting for? 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