People & Culture Advisor (12 Months Max Term)
Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms (Retail, Marketplace and Services) provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience. We DREAM BIG through collaboration and innovation, and are supported to bring incredible ideas to life. We believe in making a positive difference by bringing on the future of shopping to our customers through the power of fashion, sports, home and beauty.
Our People & Purpose
Our People & Culture (P&C) team are passionate about building a culture of learning where everyone is inspired and motivated to do their best work. Our team is a multi-talented bunch who have skills and experience in everything from talent acquisition, learning and development, health and safety, property and space planning and people shared services.
We are looking for an experienced People & Culture Advisor to join our team on a 12 month contract, to partner with our Operations function to deliver on people plans that drive results. The key capabilities to be successful in this role will be a demonstrated ability to works hands on with the business to deliver on initiatives in the areas of talent, performance management, workforce planning, engagement and culture. You will thrive in a fast paced environment and be able to prioritise and juggle multiple priorities.
What you’ll love about the role…
- You are a collaborative advisor for the Operations function, partnering with the P&C Business Partners, to support the delivery of the People Strategy
- Provide guidance and counsel relating to talent management, employee relations, coaching/development, remuneration, conflict management and organisational development.
- Assist in the development of the Strategic Workforce Plan for Operations including identifying and managing competencies across the function
- Identify leadership capability gaps and key people issues and work with the P&C team to develop strategies to ensure the success of the Operations team by developing the next generation of leaders.
- Communicate openly and effectively across your role, and keep your team updated on relevant pieces of work, escalating and seeking approvals as required
- Support the P&C Business Partners in the development and implementation of P&C initiatives with a focus on scaling for growth and culture retention
- Provide advice and support to managers and staff on people policies, procedures, processes and SOP’s
- Manage end to end all employee relations matters of moderate complexity
- Partner with the Health Safety and Wellbeing Team to manage return to work coordination
What you bring to the role…
- Solid Business Partnering or HR Generalist experience within a fast past and agile environment
- Ability to build solid working relationships within the P&C team and your client group and become a trusted advisor
- A passion for Operations and Employee/Industrial Relations
- Demonstrated knowledge of HR programs and practices including Culture and Engagement, Organisational Design and Change Management as well as a strong foundation in Employee Relations and best practice
- Qualifications in HR or education, workplace training & assessment, with proven experience in a similar role
- A confident communicator who is able to manage difficult conversations with empathy as well as facilitate workshops and influence discussions
- A proven ability to use People metrics to inform strategy and business decisions.
- This role will largely be based at THE ICONIC's Fulfilment Centre in Yennora, Western Sydney.
Life at THE ICONIC
Here’s what to expect when you join THE ICONIC:
- Flexible working. We offer a hybrid and flexible working model so you can do your best work in a way that works for you
- The learning collective. Get your knowledge fix with our learning days & hackathons
- Parents at THE ICONIC. Access to our parental leave program and an extra day off for your kids' first day of school every year
- Birthday leave. Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday and an ICONIC voucher to treat yourself
- Curate your style. No matter what your style is, we have got you covered with our Amazing staff discount and our famous sample sales
- Wellbeing. Access to our discounted gym memberships and wellbeing programs
- People first. Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Volunteer days. Work as a Charity Partner with Thread Together for society and environmental change
- Refer a friend. Enjoy a referral reward for successfully placing a referral
At THE ICONIC, diversity, inclusion, and belonging are integral to our culture, fostering an environment of respect and dignity. We aim to empower self-expression and ensure our workforce reflects our diverse communities. By embracing diverse perspectives and experiences, we strive to create a genuine sense of belonging for our employees, customers, and partners, promoting equal opportunities and a better shopping experience for all
Additional Information
We are committed to providing reasonable arrangements to all individuals participating in our application and interview process, and while performing job functions. If you require any accommodations or adjustments prior to the submission of your application or throughout your interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team directly: talent.attraction@theiconic.com.au