APAC HR People Partner

APAC HR People Partner - Sydney CBD Office

Work Pattern: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Human Resources People Partner to support our organisation's strategic and operational goals. As an Local People Partner, you will serve as a key advisor, working closely with leadership and line managers to drive people strategies that align with the business objectives. You will play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performance culture, promoting diversity and inclusion, and contributing to the overall success of our teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Partnership: Work collaboratively with senior leaders and managers to understand the organisation's goals and translate these into effective people strategies and initiatives.
• Employee Relations: Provide expert advice on complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies. Manage conflict resolution and lead investigations when necessary.
• Talent Management: Partner with leaders to develop and implement talent development and succession planning strategies. Oversee the performance management cycle, offering guidance on goal setting, feedback, and performance improvement plans.
• Change Management: Act as a change agent, supporting business transformation initiatives. Design and deliver change management strategies to support the evolution of our workforce.
• Workforce Planning: Assist in forecasting future workforce needs and implementing recruitment strategies to attract top talent. Collaborate with managers to assess and address skills gaps.
• Learning & Development: Promote a culture of continuous learning by working with the L&D team to identify and facilitate relevant training and development programmes.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Champion DEI initiatives to foster a more inclusive and equitable work environment. Support the implementation of strategies that promote belonging and respect for all employees.
• HR Analytics & Reporting: Utilise data to drive people decisions and provide regular reporting on HR metrics, such as turnover, retention, and employee engagement. Offer insights to inform business strategy.
• Policy & Compliance: Ensure HR policies and procedures are up to date and in line with employment law. Provide guidance on HR best practices and legislative compliance.
• Wellbeing & Engagement: Drive initiatives to enhance employee wellbeing and engagement, ensuring employees feel supported and valued.
• Payroll: Supporting local country leader and the payroll department in payroll delivery
• Coverage: Supporting 8 Offices in APAC including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, China, and Hong Kong

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience: Proven experience in an HRBP or senior HR advisory role, preferably in a fast-paced, complex organisation.
• Education: CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above) or equivalent. Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field is preferred.
• Employment Law: Strong knowledge of Local employment legislation and its practical application in a business environment.
• Business Acumen: Commercially savvy with a strong understanding of business operations and strategic thinking.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Problem-Solving: A solutions-oriented approach with a proven track record of delivering results and handling complex HR matters.
• Data-Driven: Experience with HR analytics and the ability to interpret data to inform strategic decisions.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, with flexibility to adapt to changing business needs.
• Confidentiality: High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Business fluent in written and spoken English.
• Work Authorization: Must have existing Australian work rights as visa sponsorship is not available.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in an international or multi-site environment.
• Familiarity with HR technology and systems (e.g., HRIS, ATS).
• Background in employee wellbeing or engagement initiatives.
• Fluency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is not essential but highly desired.