People & Capability Partner

About us At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day. Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10000 team members and a national footprint of more than 168 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference. About the role We are seeking a dynamic People & Capability Partner to join our People team. This pivotal role involves translating business requirements into effective people outcomes that align with our business objectives. You will collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including Store Business Managers, Area Managers, and Support Function teams, to deliver value-added people initiatives tailored to the needs and priorities of our business. We support a hybrid work approach (on-site and working from home)  based 1 day a week from our North Rocks Support Centre and 2-3 days a week from stores. Portfolio consists of 24 stores across the southern/south west and western regions Sydney.  Key Responsibilities: People Strategy Implementation: Support the execution of strategies that attract, develop, and retain talent, aligning with the strategic direction of our People Plan. Business Partnering: Work closely with business leads to deliver people strategies that align performance, capability, engagement, and talent initiatives with business goals. Talent Pipeline Development: Build effective talent pipelines, assist in workforce planning, and develop talent and succession plans. Employee Relations: Provide day-to-day coaching and advice on employee relations, staying updated on internal policies and external legislation to offer high-quality support. Dispute Resolution: Support managers in preventing and resolving industrial disputes and grievances, devising effective resolution strategies. Leadership Development: Facilitate leadership development programs and support activities that build leadership capability. Recruitment Collaboration: Partner with Talent Acquisition Specialists and Business Leads to attract, evaluate, and select quality candidates for leadership and critical roles. Change Management: Coach business leads on change management principles, ensuring these principles are observed during change execution. Workplace Safety: Work closely with injury management and W&HS specialists to support injury management and return to work.   About you The successful applicant will possess the following skills and experience: Experience: at least 1 year of HR functional expertise in strategic and operational business partnering, with experience in a customer-oriented business environment. Skills & Knowledge: Strong understanding of the importance of culture. Proficiency in stakeholder and relationship management, negotiating, and influencing. Effective communication and coaching skills. Problem-solving and issue resolution capabilities. Knowledge of end-to-end HR processes. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Ability to plan for future business improvements. Commercial acumen and understanding of business operations. Technology: Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite. Our culture It’s all in a day’s work when you’re part of the Officeworks community – where you’re not defined by who you are, but what you can do. We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering the below to the Officeworks family: An inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment. Flexible working arrangements to best support your individual needs. A key focus on wellbeing and safety. Generous discounts at Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and Catch. Ongoing training and development opportunities to progress your career. Industry leading Growing Families policy. At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for everyone. We actively encourage applications from all candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities. Officeworks is a ‘Circle Back Initiative’ employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. #LI-MS and #LI-Hybrid