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Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Briscoe GroupAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
1 day ago
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Human Resources Business Partner – Briscoe Group

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Location : Morningside, Auckland Support Office.

About Us

You know us! Briscoes Homeware and Rebel Sport are household names across New Zealand. As an NZX50 listed company and one of the NZ's leading retailers, we're in an exciting phase – a new Distribution Centre under construction, cutting‑edge merchandising platforms, next‑gen concept stores, and a team that's genuinely fired up about where we're headed as the economy picks up steam.

The Role

We need a hands‑on HR Business Partner who gets stuck in. This is about being the trusted HR expert for our managers across our nationwide store network – helping them nail the fundamentals and get the best from and for their teams, every day.

You’ll be the go‑to person for practical HR advice, working alongside two other HR Business Partners and reporting to our Chief People Officer. You’ll travel regularly around Auckland and beyond to be where your managers need you.

Your Day‑to‑Day

  • Support managers with recruitment, performance conversations, remuneration decisions, and developing their people
  • Solve problems – spot trends, address localised people issues, and implement practical solutions
  • Drive talent conversations – succession planning, identifying high performers, and supporting career progression
  • Lead on the ground – new store openings, restructures, culture initiatives
  • Champion safety – maintain H&S knowledge, support safety initiatives, ensure incident reporting
  • Deliver results – support managers to achieve their people targets (engagement, leave management, absence, training compliance)

Must‑haves

  • HR qualification or solid equivalent experience
  • Strong employment relations advisory chops with runs on the board
  • Proven ability to coach and influence managers at all levels
  • Deep experience in recruitment, performance management, change, and L&D
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Sharp analytical and problem‑solving abilities

    • You Are

  • A natural relationship‑builder who managers seek out and with whom they'll toss around ideas
  • Comfortable among people from all walks of life
  • Practical and solution‑focused – you balance competing priorities without breaking a sweat
  • Energised by fast‑paced retail environments
  • Genuinely passionate about helping people succeed
  • Happy to hit the road when needed

    • Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Professional development – we invest in growing your capability and you’ll have opportunities to mentor others
  • Variety – no two days are the same (recruitment one hour, ER issue the next, a focus on developing team and managers after that. Tomorrow? Who knows?)
  • Real impact – you’ll see the direct results of your work across our stores because our frontline delivers our top and bottom lines
  • Supportive team – experienced HR colleagues and a highly regarded CPO, backing you up
  • Growth phase – be part of the next chapter as we scale up

    • We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer, a Platinum Partner of the incredible First Foundation, and proud supporter and promoter of Cure Kids. If you’re a practical HR professional who loves the exciting pace of retail and helping managers and their teams excel, let’s talk.

    Applications close : Friday 31st October 2025

    Questions? Contact Julia Budge, People and Talent Specialist :

    You must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold NZ Permanent Residency or Citizenship. All applications treated in strictest confidence.

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