HR Manager

The Next Step · Melbourne VIC 3004 · Full time
Posted 7d ago

HR Manager

The Next Step
~$150k - $190k(Estimated)
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Lead the regional people function, providing strategic and operational HR support across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
  • Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance, recruitment, talent, compliance and leadership development.
  • Use people insights to influence business decisions and build an inclusive, high-performing workplace culture.

We're partnering with an established international organisation looking for an experienced People & Culture Manager to support a growing workforce across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.

This is a unique opportunity for a commercially minded HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, coaching leaders and creating positive employee experiences. You'll have the autonomy to make things happen, the opportunity to influence decision-making at a senior level, and the chance to shape people practices that genuinely support business success.

About the role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll lead the people function across the region, partnering closely with leaders to deliver strategic and operational HR support. No two days will be the same as you balance business partnering, employee relations, talent initiatives and culture programs.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Partnering with leaders to build capability, engagement and high-performing teams.
  • Providing trusted advice on employee relations, performance management and workplace matters.
  • Leading recruitment, onboarding and talent initiatives across the employee lifecycle.
  • Driving compliance with employment legislation and people policies across multiple regions.
  • Supporting leadership development and creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
  • Using people data and insights to support business decisions and continuous improvement.

About You
You are an experienced HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders and balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
You'll bring:

  • Strong generalist HR experience across the employee lifecycle
  • Proven employee relations and performance management expertise
  • Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing outcomes
  • Sound understanding of Australian employment legislation
  • A collaborative, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
  • Experience working across multiple locations or regions will be highly regarded

This is an opportunity to join a values-led organisation where your contribution will be visible, valued and impactful.
In return, you'll enjoy:

  • A genuine leadership role with regional scope
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • The opportunity to influence culture and business performance
  • Direct access to senior leadership
  • A supportive and collaborative environment
  • The chance to make a real difference to the employee experience

If you're passionate about creating great workplaces and helping people and businesses thrive, Apply now

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Skills

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Australian employment legislationCollaborativeEmployee relationsExcellent communication skillsHr business partneringHr managementInclusive culture developmentInfluencingLeadership developmentMulti-region hrOnboardingPeople analyticsPeople policy compliancePerformance managementProblem solvingRecruitmentRelationship buildingStakeholder managementTalent management

Perks & benefits

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Direct access to senior leadershipHybrid working flexibilityInfluence on culture and business performanceRegional leadership scopeSupportive and collaborative environment

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