People Partnering Manager

1 week ago

City of Greater Geelong, Australia Cotton On Group Full time
Overview

Cotton On Group is hiring a People Partnering Manager - Distribution & Functions. We're a global fashion and lifestyle retailer with eight brands across 22 countries and 1,500 stores, guided by a purpose to make a positive difference in people's lives. We're looking for someone who can partner with leaders to shape strategy, build capability, and create a workplace where people thrive.

Do you speak fashion? We're hiring—let's chat Born in Australia, Cotton On is a global brand focused on delivering Good along the way and celebrating diversity in our workforce.

The Role

You'll be the trusted partner to leaders across Finance, IT, Legal, and our Distribution teams helping shape strategy, build capability, and create a workplace where people thrive.

Responsibilities
  • Build genuine, strategic partnerships with leaders to turn big picture goals into people-first outcomes
  • Lead with curiosity to design smart workforce plans, close capability gaps, and future-proof our teams
  • Be a voice of optimism and care through change, advising on transformation, engagement, and culture
  • Help high-performing people grow, move, and thrive through development, feedback, and clear career paths
  • Bring energy to the everyday, ensuring our people processes are smooth, compliant, and continuously improving
Qualifications and Experience
  • A background in HR with solid experience partnering with leaders in dynamic, multi-layered organisations; experience in retail is a bonus
  • Experience supporting both corporate teams and frontline operations; ability to flex between strategy and hands-on delivery
  • Commercial smarts with the ability to align people initiatives to business impact
  • Skilled in building trusted partnerships at all levels, with clear communication and genuine care
  • Confident navigating employee relations, workforce planning, and change while staying compliant and calm under pressure
  • Flexible working options and people-first leave initiatives
  • Access to a world-class Support Centre and wellness facilities (in-house restaurant, gym, holistic health services)
  • Subsidised onsite childcare
  • Discounts across Cotton On brands and additional employee benefits
  • 24/7 Wellness support and local/global career growth
  • Medical, travel, and financial benefits for you and your family
  • Returnity—paid program for new parents returning to work
  • Dog-friendly office culture
Perks & Benefits
  • Recognition, team connection moments, and more
Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion

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