Senior HR Business Partner

Inspired by pets, to grow as people, the Petstock world is one where anything is possible, together we make an impact for pets, people and the planet. We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life, making an impact for Pets, People and the Planet!

Reporting to the HR Business Partner Team Leader, you'll partner with leaders across the business to drive people strategies that support growth, engagement, and performance

How You'll Shape Our People Strategy

•  Partner with leaders to drive engagement, performance, and organisational capability across the business.
•  Lead complex employee relations matters to achieve timely, commercially sound outcomes.
•   Strengthen compliance and reduce risk through expert guidance on employment legislation and industrial relations.
•  Develop and coach a high-performing HR team, building capability and improving service delivery.
• Drive people initiatives and continuous improvement programs that support business growth and operational excellence.
• Deliver workforce insights and strategic recommendations that improve retention, engagement, and business performance.
•  Lead key people projects that enhance employee experience and organisational effectiveness.
• You'll influence leaders across the organisation, strengthen team capability, and champion a culture that brings Petstock's values to life.

What Sets You Apart

• Proven success in a Senior HR Business Partner or HR leadership role.
• Extensive experience managing complex employee relations, investigations, and workplace conflict.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment law, industrial relations, and Modern Awards.
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and drive people outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing HR professionals.
• Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in retail, FMCG, or multi-site environments will be highly regarded.

Why you will love working with us

• Lead impactful people initiatives across a growing national business.
• Shape culture, capability, and workforce outcomes at scale.
• Join a collaborative and values-driven People & Culture team.
• Access career development opportunities, employee benefits, wellbeing programs, and Petstock Foundation initiatives.

If you’re passionate about pets and people (the ultimate combo) and want to make an impact in a business that truly cares - we would love to hear from you!

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At Petstock we are passionate about supporting the communities we're part of, where possible we aim to hire candidates from the same geographic region (typically within an 80km radius) to strengthen community connections and support local economies.  Whilst we do not prioritise local candidates over others, we recognise the benefits of hiring individuals who have unique insights into the local community.

Our diversity makes us better...we are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.   

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves.