Group General Manager Human Resources

James Pascoe Group; Summer Hill; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The JPL Group is seeking an experienced HR leader to join the Summer Hill office as Group General Manager - Human Resources. You will report to the Chief Executive Officer and work closely with the Group General Manager - Retail Operations, championing HR strategy and performance initiatives.

Responsibilities include developing, executing and measuring all HR activities aligned with overall business goals, and educating managers across the organization while maintaining a strong culture and

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a senior leadership team.
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or minimum 12 years of HR experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Australian employment legislation and modern award interpretation.
• Confidence in training and development, including presenting to senior leaders.
• Successful experience in the development of performance-based HR initiatives.
• Advanced skills and experience in the management of employment disputes.
• Experience in the retail or hospitality industry is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and measure all HR functions in line with the company's strategic direction.
• Lead the HR function as Group General Manager - Human Resources within the senior management team.
• Promote productivity and performance-based initiatives and empower managers at all levels.
• Balance compliance and risk management with business goals to drive success.

Job description

The JPL Group is the largest specialty jewellery retail chain in Australia; including iconic brands - Prouds the Jewellers, Angus & Coote and Goldmark, with over 400 stores and employing 4,000 team members nationwide.

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join our Summer Hill office based senior leadership team, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working very closely with our Group General Manager - Retail Operations.

You will use your experience to promote productivity and performance-based initiatives, inspire others and strengthen the contribution of a dedicated HR team. Your work will support short, medium and long-term business outcomes while fostering the company's organisational culture and values.

This is a rare opportunity to apply your HR expertise within a well-established, successful retail enterprise and help our brands continue to evolve and grow. It will suit someone who is passionate about Human Resources and combines strong communication with a hardworking, well-organised approach.

You will be responsible for developing, executing and measuring all HR functions effectively and efficiently, in line with the Company's broader strategic direction. As Group General Manager - Human Resources, you will hold a key position within the Senior Management team.

You will be comfortable leading in a hands-on HR environment, combining leadership with practical involvement. Strong communication skills, including stakeholder management, and highly developed HR expertise are essential. This will include an ability to educate and empower managers at all levels.

Balancing the need for compliance and risk management with the goals of the Company will be a key to success in this role.

About You

• Proven experience within a senior leadership team
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or minimum 12 years of HR experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of Australian employment legislation and modern award interpretation
• Confidence in training and development, including presenting to senior leaders
• Successful experience in the development of performance-based HR initiatives
• Advanced skills and experience in the management of employment disputes
• Experience in the retail or hospitality industry is highly advantageous