People Advisor

**Job no**: 541122
**Work type**: Permanent
**Location**: Melbourne - CBD & Inner
**Categories**: People & Culture

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for **People Advisor** to join our People & Culture team here at David Jones, providing support to the People Business Partnering team in the delivery of people solutions through a people plan aligned to the commercial and strategic requirements of the business.

David Jones exists to inspire _like no other_ and as we continue to deliver on our ambitious transformation agenda in line with our Vision 2025+ strategy, we are committed to creating inspired careers so our people can Thrive.

This role will suit someone that has **strong experience as a People Advisor** or has recently transitioned into a HR Business Partnering role in a smaller business and has demonstrated experience partnering with business stakeholders of cyclical HR activities as well as working alongside Senior HR/People Partners/Managers supporting them with strategic people initiatives.

**What does the role involve?**
- Partnering with the broader People team and business in delivering fit-for-purpose people insights and solutions aligned with business needs.
- Working across the people team and the business to support performance coaching and management
- Operate as a conduit for key people initiatives with a focus on optimising employee experiences,
- Enabling data-driven people planning, as well as active management of cyclical people activities such as talent, succession, performance, recognition, engagement and remuneration
- Supporting the People Business Partners and working closely with our People Assist Team and other People Advisors to help form meaningful people interventions aligned to both the business strategy and people plan
- Coaching leaders on generalist ER and performance matters
- Supporting leaders with probationary review processes and onboarding compliance, ensuring all new team members are set up for success.
- Providing project management support for key P&C initiatives and ongoing cyclical activities

**Who are we looking for?**
- People/HR Advisor or junior HRBP experience with demonstrated experience owning HR cyclical activities and supporting senior HR team members with strategic people initiatives
- An ability to work autonomously to deliver outcomes but also have a team approach and mindset to sharing insights, updates and key information
- Strong stakeholder management experience and interpersonal skills and experience partnering with stakeholders of all levels
- Data analytics and insights capabilities
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Tertiary qualifications in HR, Psychology, Law, or similar ideal

**Why work for us?**
- Unique opportunity to be part of a highly engaged, successful team, focused on the transformation of an iconic Australian brand
- A competitive remuneration package
- Hybrid working arrangements in office and from home that provide appropriate work/life balance
- Parental leave policy of 18-weeks paid leave for the primary carer, and 3-weeks paid leave for the supporting partner
- Generous employee discounts across David Jones and access to partner benefits
- An additional day of leave for your birthday along with time to support charitable work
- Opportunities to support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility program
- Be a member of a company committed to sustainable practices, driving change in the retail landscape
- Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions

**About Us**

Since 1838, David Jones’ limitless quest for innovation and progress established the brand as Australia’s original influencer in fashion and lifestyle. Having revolutionised the way Australians shop, David Jones’ creation of a social centre inspired and created lasting memories for past, present and future generations. Today, our vision to inspire _Like No Other_ drives us to continue this legacy in our ambitious purpose to be the destination that inspires, with experiences and services _Like No Other_.

Our Thriving cultural pillars inspire our people to deliver on our vision and purpose. We are Customer Obsessed; curious to understand and dedicated to delighting them with seamless solutions as one team. We care for our people, customers, partners and community by creating Inclusive environments through belonging and respect. We Empower with implied trust to act with integrity, value our unique skills and be accountable for our decisions. We constantly seek Innovative ways of improving, changing and exploring ways that we can inspire.

**Advertised**: 15 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 02 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time