Assistant Manager, People, Culture & Organization

Nearheal; Australia; Remote; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Avolta in Australia is seeking an Assistant Manager, People, Culture & Organization to act as the HR coordinator, providing end-to-end HR support and strategic people advice to the Country General Manager and leaders. You’ll handle all aspects of the employee lifecycle with a focus on employee relations, compliance, and business partnering.

Key duties include leading recruitment and onboarding, managing performance, talent development, and workforce planning, while partnering with regional HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or related field.
• Approximately 5 years of HR generalist experience, ideally in a multinational environment.
• Strong experience managing employee relations cases and workplace investigations.
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment law, Fair Work, Modern Awards, and HR compliance.
• Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence business decisions.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a broad HR remit with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact and trusted advisor to business leaders in Australia.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, performance management, and workplace disputes.
• Ensure compliance with Australian employment legislation, Fair Work requirements, National Employment Standards (NES), and applicable Modern Awards.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.
• Drive performance management, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support compensation, benefits, and annual talent review processes in partnership with regional HR teams.
• Manage organizational change, restructures, and consultation processes in accordance with local regulations.
• Maintain and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Analyze HR metrics and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / Industrial Relations

Job description

At Avolta (SIX: AVOL), our people are at the driving force behind our success. With a team of over 76,000 individuals representing more than 150 nationalities, we are a truly global company driven by passion, innovation, and excellence.

Born from the combination of Dufry and Autogrill, Avolta is redefining the travel experience through the dedication and expertise of our diverse workforce. Across 73 countries and 1,000 locations, our teams bring energy, creativity, and commitment to delivering world-class travel retail and food & beverage experiences.

We operate across multiple channels - including airports, motorways, cruise ships, ports, railways, and more - offering endless opportunities for collaboration and growth. Our people are empowered to make an impact, supported by a culture that values teamwork, development, and innovation.

Sustainability and social responsibility are embedded in our strategy, ensuring we grow in a way that benefits both our employees and the communities we serve.

Are you looking for a dynamic, international career where your contributions truly matter? Join Avolta and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of travel - together.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Assistant Manager, People, Culture & Organization acts as the HR coordinator for Australia, providing end-to-end HR support and strategic people advice to the Country General Manager and business leaders. This role is responsible for all aspects of the employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on employee relations, compliance, and business partnering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary HR contact and trusted advisor to business leaders in Australia.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, performance management, and workplace disputes.
• Ensure compliance with Australian employment legislation, Fair Work requirements, National Employment Standards (NES), and applicable Modern Awards.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.
• Drive performance management, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support compensation, benefits, and annual talent review processes in partnership with regional HR teams.
• Manage organizational change, restructures, and consultation processes in accordance with local regulations.
• Maintain and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Analyze HR metrics and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• Approximately5 years of HR generalist experience, ideally in a multinational environment.
• Strong experience managing employee relations cases and workplace investigations.
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment law, Fair Work legislation, Modern Awards, and HR compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence business decisions.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a broad HR remit with minimal supervision.

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