AddressThe Role
With over 130 stores nationally, we are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our People & Culture team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of our of brands by promoting a high performance culture.
In this role, you'll closely collaborate with the Leadership group and People & Culture Team. Your focus will be on addressing generalist HR queries and providing ‘hands on’ practical support in coaching and supporting line managers to resolve daily HR issues, improve leadership and overall team performance.
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Provide professional, business-focused People, Performance and Culture services and support to business leaders.
- Plan and project manage organisation wide people, performance and culture related projects.
- Coach and enable leaders on all aspects of people management, specifically in driving performance.
- Handle industrial and employee relations matters.
- Monitor and promote compliance to Group policies , relevant awards and applicable legislation.
- Identify where change is needed and contribute to the development of interventions that improve overall team performance.
You will have:
- Minimum 5 years' HR generalist experience, preferably within Retail Industry;
- Experience working in effective HR Business Partnering roles including the provision of advice and support in the following areas: IR/ER; workforce planning and performance management
- Demonstrate the ability to establish effective and authentic working relationships in an open and approachable manner with a variety of people at different levels
- High-level emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and proactively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes
- A High level of integrity, objectivity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
At Austin Group we provide:
- A competitive salary package
- Generous product allowance
- 50% clothing discount off all of our brands (GAZMAN, Perri Cutten & Cable Melbourne)
- A tailored induction program to ensure you have the best introduction to the business
- The opportunity to build your career with a successful, established and trusted Australian brand
- A friendly, motivating and rewarding team environment, where achievements are recognised
- Opportunities to attend fantastic events, annual conferences and award nights
About us
Austin Group is an established Australian owned and family run fashion retailer and wholesaler that includes some of Australia’s most iconic menswear and womenswear brands. Our portfolio of brands include GAZMAN, Cable and, Perri Cutten. We proudly operate over 130 retail stores in Australia and supply to over 150 wholesale locations throughout Australia and NZ.
Our Culture
Austin Group’s family driven culture is built on our belief in authenticity, passion and always striving to ensure every interaction we have builds a truly personable relationship and delivers an experience that is beyond expected. We seek to inspire one another day in and day out with a proactive, collaborative and positive approach.
We look for passionate, skilled and energetic individuals who will be great brand ambassadors for our company and will join us on our journey as we grow and evolve these iconic Australian brands. Join us and love what you do. It makes for a great day at work!
Employee testimonials
“Having worked previously at large scale organisations, one thing I noticed immediately at Austin Group is the sense of connection. Family owned and run, there is a real feeling of growth across each of the brands. Everything you work on is meaningful which provides excitement in the roles that we do. There is no shortage of passion at Austin Group!” Dean – Austin Group | Head of CRM
“I feel so proud to be part of a brand and a group that truly inspires me each day to not only want to be a better individual but to be the best leader possible for our team. We work hard, whilst having fun. Having worked in the industry for 23 years, I can honestly say there is an unlimited supply of support, encouragement, drive and passion throughout the business to achieve our brand and company goals and vision. I'm excited to lead our Cable team into the brands next phase whilst striving for continuous improvement and telling our brand story.” Belinda | GM Cable Melbourne
If you are interested in this opportunity and are happy to work in the office 5 days per week, then please click please apply online through Seek or email your application to ***********@austingroup.com.au
*Please note that due to a high number of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
