State P&C Business Partner

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

**About the team**:
People and Culture are dedicated to fostering an engaged and empowered workplace. One that’s strong, diverse and where our team members have exciting career pathways to choose from. We do it by making people’s lives easier through better experiences, useful tools, and by providing ongoing opportunities to learn and grow.

Are you a dynamic and experienced People & Culture professional looking to make a significant impact in a senior role? Coles is seeking a State P&C Business Partner to join our team in Sydney and oversee the P&C function for 148 stores and 10,000 team members. This role encompasses the Sydney metro area and some regional locations, offering a mix of strategic, tactical, and operational responsibilities.

**About the Role**:
As the State P&C Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in supporting the People Plan, ensuring that our team members are engaged, capable, and talented. This position requires a versatile generalist with experience in employee relations, who can seamlessly transition between strategic initiatives and hands-on operational tasks. Reporting directly to the Head of P&C Supermarket Operations (NSW & QLD), you will partner with leaders to drive the people agenda across the region.

**What you will be doing**:

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Strategic Leadership**: Develop and implement the People Plan in alignment with Coles' overall business strategy. Partner with senior leaders to drive engagement, enhance capability, and manage talent across the region.
- ** Tactical Execution**: Focus on delivering key HR initiatives, including workforce planning, talent management, performance management, and succession planning. Ensure that P&C priorities are effectively communicated and executed at all levels.
- ** Operational Support**: Provide hands-on support to store and office teams, spending a couple of days each week on-site to understand and address any P&C challenges. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- ** Employee Relations**: Manage complex employee relations cases and provide expert advice on ER matters. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and promote a fair and inclusive workplace.
- ** Engagement and Culture**: Drive initiatives that enhance team member engagement and promote Coles' values. Develop and implement programs that foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

**About You**:
To be successful in this role, you will need to be a seasoned P&C professional with a strong background in both strategic HR management and operational HR delivery. You will be a proactive leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

**Ideally you'll have**:

- Extensive generalist HR experience, including employee relations.
- Proven track record in a senior P&C role, preferably in a large, complex organisation.
- Strong strategic thinking and tactical execution skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and influence outcomes.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Experience in driving engagement, capability, and talent initiatives.
- Flexibility to travel within the Sydney metro and regional areas as needed.
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field.

**What’s in it for you?**:

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Flexible working options**:We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
- ** Office perks**: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
- ** Discounts**:Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
- ** Reward through recognition**: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
- ** Opportunities for learning and development**: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specifi