People & Culture Business Partner

The Next Step ·www.thenextstep.com.au

Location Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Consulting & Generalist HR
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About the Company

A fast-paced, dynamic, purpose-led organisation powered by its people and backed by strong values centered around integrity, premium customer care and quality The Melbourne-based corporate team plays a critical role in shaping the strategy and success of the business. In joining the team, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive business that spans more multiple locations with over 4500 employees across Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. 

About the role

Reporting to the GM People Experience, the Senior People & Culture Business Partner (Corporate) will partner closely with Finance, Legal, Technology and broader corporate functions. 

You will play a key role in supporting leadership teams with strategic and tactical HR advice, focused on delivering impactful people outcomes aligned with the organisations strategy. This is a strategic partnering role, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working across a varied corporate portfolio. You will champion the P&C value proposition, drive organisational change initiatives, and enable high performing, engaged teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Translate group-wide people strategies into function-specific initiatives.
  • Lead key people priorities such as succession planning, capability development, and culture building
  • Support organisational change, including restructures, new ways of working, and workforce planning.
  • Provide strategic guidance and hands on management of complex ER/IR matters.
  • Use people data and dashboards to provide insights and influence decision-making.
  • Embed and champion a team member experience-first approach across all touchpoints.
What You’ll Bring
  • Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline
  • Strong experience in P&C Business Partnering, ideally in a corporate or shared services environment.
  • Excellent understanding of Australian employment legislation and practical HR applications.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to influence senior leaders.
  • Proven success in supporting organisational change and delivering people initiatives.
  • A collaborative, adaptable, and commercially minded approach
What's in it for you?
  • Diverse career opportunities within the Group
  • Discounts across products and services, including Retail and Trade brands
  • Industry leading policies to support your work/ life balance (gender neutral parental leave, purchase leave, volunteer leave)
  • Paid birthday leave
  • Wellbeing support
  • Novated leasing and more
Please apply with your most recent resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
 

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Who is hiring for the People & Culture Business Partner role?
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Where is the People & Culture Business Partner job located?
The People & Culture Business Partner role with The Next Step is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU.
Is the People & Culture Business Partner role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at The Next Step.
What experience level is the People & Culture Business Partner role?
The People & Culture Business Partner position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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