People & Culture Manager

Job no: 513537
Work type: Full time
Location: VIC - Metro
Categories: Human Resources

About Us

We’ve been part of Aussie life for 175 years - and we’re just getting started. Harris Scarfe is more than a household name - we’re a brand with purpose.

With 60 stores nationally, we’re known and loved for delivering great value, trusted quality, and friendly service. Whether you're helping customers in-store or supporting our teams behind the scenes, you'll be part of something bigger - a proudly Australian business focused on making a real difference, every day.

As part of the Spotlight Retail Group - alongside Anaconda, Spotlight and Mountain Designs - we’re backed by a network of iconic, Australian-owned brands with a shared commitment to quality, value, and making a real difference.

We’re a business that sees people at the centre of everything - and that includes the people who work here.

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for an experienced People & Culture Manager to help shape our people strategy and support our teams to thrive. This is a hands-on, business-facing role where you’ll work closely with leaders across Harris Scarfe to guide, coach, and collaborate - bringing helpful solutions to the everyday challenges of a fast-moving retail business.

You’ll be the go-to for all things people, working across talent, performance, engagement, ER/IR, and change. If you love solving problems, building relationships, and making a difference through your work, we’d love to hear from you.

How You’ll Help

• Partner with business leaders to bring HR strategy to life and help deliver on commercial goals
• Coach and support managers through performance reviews and capability development
• Lead talent planning, recruitment, and retention - finding great people and helping them grow
• Provide trusted advice on employee relations, industrial matters, and compliance
• Navigate workplace issues with fairness, clarity, and confidence
• Shape our learning and development approach so it meets the needs of a modern retail workforce
• Drive engagement through insights, surveys, and actionable plans
• Lead and support change initiatives that keep our business future-fit
• Use data and reporting to inform smart, people-first decisions

About You

• Tertiary qualified in HR, business or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar People & Culture Manager or Senior Business Partner role
• Confident navigating complexity, but always looking for the simplest, most helpful path forward
• Known for being approachable, proactive, and outcome-driven
• Comfortable working autonomously and trusted by senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and interpersonal
• Experience in retail or similar fast-paced, multi-site industries preferred
• A natural problem-solver with sound judgement and strong business acumen

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + profit share + generous team discounts
• Work flexibility options that help balance work and life
• Career pathways across a growing retail group
• A culture that values collaboration, contribution and, strong team spirit

At Harris Scarfe, we celebrate the strength that comes from difference. We back each other, we pitch in and create space for you to thrive in your role.

Ready to help shape our next chapter?
with your resume.
(Please note: only applicants with unrestricted Australian working rights can be considered. No agency applications.)