People & Culture Business Partner

Why work for Brennan?

We are a national company with a reputation for delivering technical excellence, innovation and high-quality service to the mid-market and have backed up that statement by winning the #1 Managed Service Provider in Australia for the past 10 years in a row.

Brennan IT benefits include:

• A strong culture underpinned by values that are truly lived every day.
• Salaries are pegged to the Australian dollar.
• Flexible working is part of our DNA – We have adopted a hybrid working model and we encourage working from home and office as it seems ideal.
• Proven career progression opportunities, we are passionate about helping our people unlock their potential and grow across different capabilities.
• Diversity is a strength, and we love having people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, for example, we have employees from over 30 different countries - that is just one attribute, talk to us about our other diverse people!

Full Job Description

Senior-level advisor providing coaching and consulting throughout the employee lifecycle, focusing on engagement, performance, and compliance with local laws while aligning global P&C programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with leaders in assigned business units to identify strategic and operational people needs aligned with business goals, offering coaching, advice, and support to develop and implement effective people-related solutions.
• Oversee all cyclical P&C activities for your designated business unit(s), including annual leave planning, performance evaluations, employee surveys, leadership development, and compliance training. Provide feedback and insights related to the business unit during the design and delivery of these programs.
• Support cyclical management processes for your assigned business unit(s), such as annual remuneration reviews, goal/KPI setting, and career discussions. Contribute feedback and advice relevant to the business unit during the planning of these initiatives.
• Offer ongoing coaching and support to people leaders to help them maximize talent and performance outcomes within their teams, identifying new strategies for optimization through tools, training, and feedback.
• Collaborate with P&C specialists (e.g., L&D Manager, OD Manager, Compensation Manager) to help define, design, and develop impactful OD and P&C programs, ensuring effective and consistent implementation across your business unit(s).
• Lead the P&C Advisor(s)/Coordinator(s), fostering their development and enhancing their effectiveness to maximize their contributions to the business.
• Address all employee relations matters, including performance and conduct issues, grievances, complaints, disputes, and workplace health and safety concerns within your assigned business unit(s).
• Conduct exit interviews, update documentation, and share feedback with relevant parties. Assist with resignation communications, including payroll and termination benefits.
• Act as a champion for our values, ensuring that any behaviors that deviate from these values are addressed promptly.
• Lead or participate in P&C projects on a regional or global scale as needed.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance the P&C function and improve the overall employee experience.
• Provide reporting, analysis, and insights regarding your business units to inform decision-making and drive improvements in our people practices.
• Monitor, communicate, plan, and implement program, process, and policy updates based on local regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Oversee and manage office and facilities management tasks as directed.

Required Background and Skills:

• 5-7 years of generalist experience in P&C, with direct involvement in modern P&C practices and collaboration with senior and team leaders in business advisory roles.
• Knowledge of the employee relations landscape and relevant regulations, along with a commitment to continuous learning to stay current.
• Proven skills in stakeholder engagement, management, and communication at all organizational levels, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work independently and lead others effectively to achieve results.
• Experience in dynamic, high-growth environments with a demonstrated capacity to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing demands.
• Strong emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and a customer-centric approach.
• Excellent commercial insight.
• Demonstrated experience in coaching, development, and consulting.
• Innovative, creative, and collaborative in achieving significant outcomes.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 and various HR software tools.
• International HR experience with an understanding of diverse cultures and their influence on business and HR practices, particularly in the APAC region.
• Background in IT services.

Brennan is an equal opportunity employer.