People Partner - Melbourne, Vic

Why Nando's?You might already know us as the home of PERi-PERi chicken but we're really a people-first, chicken-second kind of place!Bring your whole self to work and be part of a diverse, inclusive team.Free Nando's, every day. No, really! Plus extra discounts and perks.Join a purpose-led business with a global brand and a cult following.Career development, regular social events and flexible working arrangements that support your lifestyle.We check ourselves against these five values every day: Pride, Passion, Courage, Integrity and, last but not least, Family. If these values inspire you too, then you're reading the right job ad! So don't wait in the wings, this could be your new flame. About the role: As a People Partner, you will partner strategically with the Regional General Manager (RGM) and Area Managers (AMs) to support on all People & Culture matters and drive the national People & Culture agenda. Working directly in the Field Operations Team you will always have a seat at the table and a genuine buy-in of the value and input you can offer with a people-first company culture.Work in conjunction with the Regional General Managers (RGMs) and People & Culture Team to proactively identify people opportunities for the Region and respond to relevant people matters. While identifying future leaders / high potentials through talent management, workforce planning, and succession planning.Positively contribute to the development of an engaged and aligned Nando's culture by role-modelling our Values and Behaviours.Embed a performance culture through coaching leaders to manage performance.Partner with RGM and AM's to support with the delivery of engagement events.Support recruitment priorities and strategy and actively drive recruitment activities for the region including group recruitment and supporting with Restaurant management recruitment.Partner with RGMs and AMs to provide coaching and guidance on individual employee relations cases and performance management, ensuring that these are well managed in accordance with company policies, best practice and employment legislation.Provide advice to RGMs and AMs to understand and interpret workplace policies, procedures and industrial instruments.What you will bring:Be passionate about a fair employee relations process living our values of ensuring we do everything we can to help Nandocas (team members) be successful within their roles.Tertiary degree level qualification in Human Resources or related discipline (in progress or complete).Proven experience in a HR generalist role and the ability to hit the ground running.Broad knowledge and experience managing all elements of the employee lifecycle.Ability to work autonomously with drive and initiative.Ability to make decisions and provide clear and accurate advice based on company policies and knowledge of current legislation.Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to build rapport at all levels within the organisation.Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and a strong ability to influence outcomes.A strong team ethic and a willingness to learn.One last flex: Nando's is a purpose-led business with a global vision of "Changing Lives, Together."That's the short way of saying we want to change the world around us by making a real difference to people's lives. It gets us out of bed in the morning and it's why you'll find us doing good in communities locally and in our heartland of Southern Africa.We embrace inclusivity and opportunity for all. We're enthusiastic and optimistic about the future (and your place in it!).We're proud of who we are and the products we make. Most importantly, we don't take ourselves too seriously.This is a full-time permanent role, based in Melbourne. Working visibly in restaurants alongside the field team around three days a week and working from home the remained of the time. A car allowance is included in the package to support the onsite requirements, there will also be a travel component a few times a year.Only candidates with the rights to work in Australia & New Zealand will be shortlisted.