HR Manager (Parental Leave Cover)

• Play a strategic HR partnership role to the group senior leadership team at Retailors Pacific
• Lead a team of HR specialists to ensure achievement of key business and people strategies 
• Pivotal opportunity in a growth company to immerse yourself in a culture second-to-none

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as the HR Manager for Retailors Pacific, this is a Full-Time 12-month Maximum Term contract for a parental leave replacement role. Reporting to our CEO and Global VP HR, this is a great opportunity to work directly with senior executives to drive meaningful impact for the business and teams across Retailors Australia and New Zealand, whilst developing and growing your HR career achievements. 

Who We Are – Join Retailors and Shape the Future of Retail
At Retailors, we don’t just sell products—we create unparalleled experiences and push the boundaries of sport, tech and lifestyle retail. As a leading Nike, Samsung and Mattel partner in Australia and New Zealand, we operate an expanding global network of premium retail stores, delivering best-in-class consumer experiences across multiple regions.

Our goal is simple: to empower team and inspire consumers through innovative retail concepts and a relentless passion for retail. From our stores to our Support Office, we cultivate a high-energy, results-driven culture where leadership, teamwork, and excellence that defines our success.

This is an ideal role for a person with prior experience in HR leadership within the retail environment, an individual who has the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and proven experience in elevating, leading and driving strategic growth across the organisation and HR function. The role will have a strategic element but will also contain hands on elements of a generalist role due to the varied nature of the organisation. With your leadership, the HR team will make a vital contribution to the continuing success of our business across Australia and New Zealand.

You will play a pivotal part in the business and help maintain the already energetic, friendly and hard-working culture.

Your key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Lead and oversee the HR function and team of specialists supporting Retailors Australian and New Zealand retail teams
• Delivering the key HR strategies that support organisational change, growth and high performance teams. 
• A strategic business partner with an inquisitive approach to understanding store and support office team needs whilst taking a solutions focused approach
• Strong focus on IR/ ER issues and providing expert professional advice and support to all key stakeholders across all aspects of people management.
• Provide insights on talent and drive recruitment improvements, including developing and promoting high potential talent and creating innovative sourcing strategies.
• Coordinate and control the activities of the HR department such as administration, employee benefits, remuneration, induction, performance management and all associated HR activities.
• Ensure legal compliance and represent Retailors relationship with external organisations such as employer groups, government authorities, industry associations and other relevant bodies as required across AUS and NZ.
• Support and assist all facets of the business in undertaking and implementing HR processes including but not limited to, performance appraisals, disciplinary processes, training & development activities, and policy interpretation
• Make recommendations and review/create HR Policies in consultation with key stakeholders

To be considered for this vacancy you must be an experience HR Manager who has the capability to think strategically whilst maintaining day to day operational activities. The successful candidate will also have the following:

• 5+ years HR Generalist experience of AUS/NZ practises.
• A passion for building and developing teams that are high care and high performance
• Previous experience working within a growth organisation would be advantageous.
• Experience with the retail industry would be well regarded but is not mandatory.
• A strong understanding of Human Resource activities across the employee life cycle including legal compliance and associated HR legislative requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to deliver improved results
• An understanding of business challenges and operations.

You will demonstrate passion, resourcefulness, credibility and the ability to adapt to a dynamic and growing organisation.

What’s in it for you?

You will be a part of an inclusive team with a strong customer and stores focus, exciting career opportunities and receive excellent employee benefits!

• WFH/WFO hybrid working model - 1 day work from home preferably on Thursdays, aligned to the HR team. 
• Birthday leave - a paid day off to celebrate your special day.
• Recognition of performance and contribution with Monthly MVP awards - access to MVP vouchers to purchase store products!
• Ongoing Training & Development to support your growth in the business and your career.
• An opportunity to work with a team and business that has very well-defined Purpose, Blueprint and Values. 
• Access to THRIVE our Workplace Wellbeing and Mental Health program, including a range of holistic wellbeing and EAP support services.
• Paid Bonuses for referring Top Talent to the RPG business. 

You will be a part of a hardworking team with a vibrant culture, exciting career opportunities, and excellent employee benefits!

For more opportunities within Retailors

http://careers.retailors.com.au

Residency Note: To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be an Australian or NZ citizen or have an appropriate visa to live and work in Australia. Further information can be obtained from the Australian Department of Immigration.

All offers are subject to successful security & police checks.

Due to the fast paced nature of our business, the vacancy close date may be subject to change. Don't delay and apply as soon as possible, so you don't miss out. We will assess applications as they are received.

All offers are subject to successful security & police checks.