HR Lead / HR Manager

Join a retailer with a strong in-store and online presence - HR Lead - Permanent Your new company
Join a leading retailer with a strong in-store and online presence across Australia, New Zealand and overseas. With 150 stores and a total headcount of around 1,000 employees, this family-owned business has grown aggressively over recent years and is now entering a more considered growth phase. HQ'd in Sydney CBD, the culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial with a strong focus on innovation, marketing and affordability.
Your new role
This is a leadership opportunity reporting directly to the CEO. You'll provide stability and hands-on guidance to the HR team while shaping the next phase of their people strategy. key responsibilities include:

• Leading HR operations across multi-country regions
• Managing and developing a high-performance HR team
• Driving strategic projects and supporting cultural initiatives
• Overseeing retail award compliance, performance management frameworks and talent retention initiatives
• Partnering closely with Operations, Finance and Talent teams to deliver a unified people strategy

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as a Senior HR Generalist, HR Lead or HR Manager
• Strong leadership skills to manage and develop a team
• Expertise in change management, HRIS optimisation and process improvement
• Solid understanding of Australian retail awards, performance management and employee experience strategies
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced start-up/owner-operated environment
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally work across international time zones
• Retail experience in Australia is highly desirable

What you'll get in return

• A high-impact leadership role with visibility at executive level
• Opportunity to shape HR strategy and deliver meaningful projects across multiple regions
• Hybrid working arrangements (3 days in Sydney CBD office)
• Join a profitable, innovative business with a strong market position

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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