Strategic HR Partner

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Brenntag Full time

Company Overview


Brenntag is a leading chemical distributor in the Asia-Pacific region, with a strong presence in Australia and New Zealand. Our company prides itself on its commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.



About the Role


We are currently seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our team in Melbourne. As an HR Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between HR administration and strategic HR initiatives. This role acts as a proactive HR partner, attending to key HR processes, and offering support to the business to support the alignment of HR strategies with business goals.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with business units to understand their HR needs and assist in formulating HR solutions.
  • Participate in strategic planning to support the alignment of HR initiatives with business objectives.
  • Implement key HR initiatives as required.
  • Provide advice and support to managers and employees on ER related issues including performance management, conflict resolution, and investigations.
  • Support Line Managers in PPM/IDP processes.
  • Develop Training needs analysis in collaboration with Line Managers and source appropriate learning and development programs to support business needs.
  • Participate in local/regional projects as required, including M&A, and Organizational design and transformation to ensure objectives are met and are completed on time.
  • HRIS (Workday) country champion, administration and report generation as required.
  • Support business with end-to-end activities in line with the employee lifecycle and document management.
  • Oversee the maintenance of accurate HR records and ensure timely updates.
  • Support the optimization and implementation of HR systems and tools for better efficiency.
  • Assist with workforce planning and succession planning.
  • Support business with recruitment activities, including regional TA center of excellence.
  • Assist with HR practices improvement to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.
  • Assist in the review and development of company HR policies and procedures.
  • Keep abreast of the latest trends in HR, suggesting and implementing best practices in the organization.


Your Profile


To be successful in this role, you will have:



  • A HR degree or related business qualification.
  • Experience in globally matrixed and complex environments.
  • A strong understanding of ANZ employment law landscape and best practice.
  • Strong ability to build stakeholder relationships.
  • Experience in dealing with complex employee relations matters.
  • Demonstrated resilience and ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.


What We Offer


In return for your expertise and passion, we offer a competitive salary of AU$85,000 - AU$110,000 per annum, plus benefits including:



  • Generous superannuation package.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.


How to Apply


If you are a motivated and experienced HR professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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