People & Culture Coordinator

AFL; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Generous leave provisions

Club membership benefits

Job summary

North Melbourne Kangaroos is seeking a People & Culture Coordinator to support day‑to‑day HR activities, ensuring employees feel supported and connected throughout their journey.

Reporting to the GM - People & Culture, you will own onboarding, drive recognition and engagement, coordinate wellbeing, manage HR systems and assist with compliance and training programs to foster a values‑driven workforce.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience in a People & Culture or HR coordination role.
• Strong communication skills with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of employment legislation incl. Fair Work Act and Modern Awards.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding.
• Own the onboarding process for new team members.
• Support workplace culture via recognition programs and engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate staff wellbeing and connection activities.
• Maintain HR platforms, employee data and internal comms.
• Support compliance and workforce education programs.
• Contribute to People & Culture projects with leaders across teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Discretion

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualifications in HRM or related discipline

Tools

HRIS

Job description

North Melbourne Kangaroos is a modern AFL football club based in the beating heart of urban, inner-city North Melbourne. At the Kangaroos we are known for our fighting spirit – a bold and never beaten attitude that has won us six premierships and allowed us to achieve the extraordinary together. We are a diverse and inclusive club; a family where everyone belongs, united by our fighting spirit.

We are proud to be the first sporting club in Australia to achieve B Corp certification – a recognition of our bold commitment to social responsibility, community impact and doing business for good.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The People & Culture Coordinator is responsible for providing the day-to-day support that helps our people and culture function thrive, ensuring our employees feel supported, connected and set up for success throughout their employment journey.

Reporting to the GM - People & Culture, this role will:

• Play a key role in creating exceptional employee experiences by coordinating the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding and induction through to engagement, recognition and offboarding.
• Own the onboarding process for new team members, ensuring every employee receives a seamless and welcoming start to their journey at the club.
• Help drive a positive workplace culture through the delivery of staff recognition programs, milestone celebrations and employee engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate staff wellbeing and connection activities to bring our people together.
• Manage and enhance key people systems and processes, maintaining HR platforms, employee data and internal communications to support an outstanding employee experience.
• Support compliance and workforce education programs, helping ensure employees complete mandatory training, registrations and safeguarding requirements.
• Contribute to a range of People & Culture projects and initiatives, partnering with leaders across all teams to support a high-performing, values-driven workforce.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised People & Culture professional who thrives on building positive employee experiences and delivering exceptional service. You'll be a collaborative team player with strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

The successful candidate will also have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resource Management or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years' experience in a People & Culture, Human Resources or similar coordination role.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the confidence to engage with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A solutions-focused mindset, with demonstrated problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Sound understanding of employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act and Modern Awards, with HRIS experience highly regarded.
• A genuine alignment with our values, bringing authenticity, resilience, initiative and a strong team-first approach.

Our ideal candidate can work a wide array of hours with a varying time schedule to suit the seasonal priorities of the football industry. Some interstate travel is required.

The successful candidate is required to undergo and pass a police check, and hold a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

WHY NORTH?

You won't just be joining a People & Culture team, you'll be joining a club full of passionate people committed to helping each other, our athletes and our community thrive.

At North Melbourne, we believe great workplaces are built on strong relationships, shared purpose and a willingness to roll up our sleeves and support one another. You'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, continue to develop your career and contribute to an organisation that is making an impact both on and off the field.

In return, we offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, wellbeing support, generous leave provisions, club membership benefits and the chance to be part of a team that genuinely cares about its people.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

At North Melbourne, our value of Belonging reflects our commitment to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute their best. We welcome people from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees.

We know that great teams are built through a mix of skills, experiences and ways of thinking. If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every requirement listed in the position description, we still encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from people who believe they can make a positive contribution to our club and our community.

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