Fashion Group Head of Human Resources

Sydney • Australia

Monday, May 19, 2025

The Fashion Group, a distinguished entity within the Fashion & Leather Goods sector, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As part of a global conglomerate, the company offers unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and professional development. With a strong presence in Oceania, the Fashion Group is dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace that values diversity and creativity.

1. Advise on all people-related regulations and compliance matters, including Fair Work changes.
2. Collaborate with the Regional HR Operations team on HRIS and payroll vendor management.
3. Educate stakeholders on regulatory compliance in daily operations.
4. Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations issues, ensuring alignment with local labor laws.
5. Manage regular reporting in coordination with the regional HR team.
6. Engage with external consultants such as lawyers and auditors.
7. Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
8. Collaborate with regional HR teams on manpower planning and organizational design.
9. Advise on manpower risks and opportunities, considering costs and productivity.
10. Build organizational capabilities through talent development.
11. Develop HR budgets and forecasts, analyzing expenditures' impact on business.
12. Formulate HR procedures with best practices for organizational growth.
13. Lead communication and implementation of key talent initiatives.
14. Maintain a talent pool to support business growth.
15. Anticipate talent movement and advise on market trends.
16. Identify training and development needs to support talent growth.
17. Develop employee engagement initiatives to foster an inclusive culture.
18. Collaborate on compensation and benefits trends with the regional HR team.
19. Develop local HR teams into well-rounded practitioners.
20. Drive transversal projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

1. Bachelor’s degree in any business discipline.
2. 15+ years of experience as an HR generalist with exposure to business partnering and talent management.
3. Familiarity with compliance and HR practices in Australia/Oceania.

1. Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
2. Ability to work in a matrix and diverse environment.
3. Resilience and teamwork.
4. Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
5. Effective communication and organizational skills.
6. Self-starter with proficiency in numerical analysis.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in human resources, ideally within the retail industry and a matrix organization.

Bachelor’s degree in any business discipline.

The role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with a regional team, and involvement in strategic HR initiatives.

The Fashion Group fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, emphasizing diversity and innovation. The company values resilience and teamwork, providing a supportive environment for professional development.