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Senior People & Culture Advisor (Subsidiaries)

Job Posted 3/7/2025
Cardinia Leisure
Not Specified, Melbourne
Category Sports
Full-Time
Job Description

Posted: 28/02/2025

Closing Date: 31/03/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Job Category: Human Resources & Recruitment

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Working as part of the Richmond Football Club People & Culture team, the Senior People & Culture Advisor - Subsidiaries will closely assist the People & Culture Manager Aligned Leisure in the day-to-day operations of the HR function for Aligned Leisure. With a proven background in Employee Relations, they will assist the Aligned Leisure People & Compliance team with daily HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, culture and engagement, and learning and development for a team of close to 2,000 employees. As the Senior Advisor, they will work closely with the People & Culture Manager to guide and develop the People & Compliance team members at each contract site to maintain daily operations and compliance with industry and legislative requirements.

The Senior People & Culture Advisor will also support the People functions of the Bachar Houli Foundation (BHF) and Islamic College of Sport (ICS), working closely with the People & Culture Manager - Richmond Football Club.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coach the local Aligned Leisure P&C team through complex employee relations items.
  • Interpret and provide guidance on matters relating to the relevant industry awards (Fitness Industry, Children Services, Live Performance & Arts and Educational Services (Teachers and General Staff).
  • Provide advice to leaders in line with our core values and Fair Work principles.
  • Act as the go-to person for handling queries regarding our systems (Deputy, ELMO, LITMOS and HR Onboard).
  • Assist in recruitment of senior level positions.
  • Support the local Aligned Leisure P&C team through payroll processes while ensuring high levels of attention to detail.
  • Oversee the system and processes responsible for maintaining employee qualification requirements in line with industry and legislative regulations.
  • Assist our leaders in creating action plans from annual engagement surveys.
  • Be the P&C contact for new transitions which requires a strong change management mindset.
  • Onboard new employees which include creating contracts, setting up employees in our systems and inducting them.
  • Lead the operational People functions of BHF and ICS, including all aspects of the employee lifecycle (including Recruitment, Onboarding & Induction, Training, Engagement & Culture, Learning & Development, and Performance).
Desired Skills and Experience

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

  • Formal qualifications in HR, Business, or other related degree.
  • At least 5 years' experience in a Human Resources or People role with demonstrated responsibility in business partnering and/or people operational coaching and support.
  • Strong ER / IR skills, with proven experience of working through complex cases and excellent knowledge of current Australian Employment Law and Legislation.
  • Experience working with diverse communities in a supportive and understanding way - particular knowledge of the Muslim faith is desirable, but not required if the candidate is open and willing to learn.
  • Demonstrated experience in and knowledge of HR management and relevant legislation.
  • Strong ability in learning new HR systems (Deputy, ELMO and LITMOS).
  • An understanding of working in a matrix system across multiple sites.
  • Experience in the fitness industry is desirable but not required.

ABOUT US:
Richmond Football Club is one of the largest clubs in the Australian Football League, proudly rooted in our rich history and tradition. As we honour our past, we're focused on building a Strong & Bold future - both on and off the field- through living our purpose of Belonging, Thriving and Winning.

We understand the power of sport to connect people, and at the heart of the Club's purpose is being involved with our community. At Richmond, culture is paramount, and the Club is committed to developing its people in a supportive environment. Belonging, Thriving and Winning is not just about connecting with fans and members, but about staff, players and coaches connecting with each other with humour and care, through storytelling and authenticity, to build genuine relationships.

Aligned Leisure is a 100% owned subsidiary of the Richmond Football Club, established as a vehicle to manage the operations of Richmond's health, fitness and leisure business activities. Supported by the people and business systems of the Richmond Football Club, Aligned Leisure currently operates 52 leisure centres, community stadiums, pools, gyms, theatres and other facilities throughout Victoria and New South Wales and has a total workforce of close to 2,000 employees.

The Bachar Houli Foundation is a community-based organisation that aims to empower young Muslims through sports through programs and initiatives centred around its four key pillars: Talent, Engagement, Employment and Education. Founded by the Bachar Houli Foundation, the Islamic College of Sport is an independent senior secondary school, offering young Muslim students an opportunity to pursue their passion for sport in a religiously and culturally welcoming environment.

WHY WORK FOR US:

  • Award-Winning Culture: Join an organisation that is an Australian HR Employer of Choice finalist and a Flexible Work Champion.
  • Flexibility #: Enjoy a flexible work environment with options like flexible hours, work-from-home options, a relaxed dress code and the ability to observe public holidays that align with your cultural beliefs.
  • Inclusive & Belonging: We are deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, ensuring that everyone feels valued and respected, no matter their background or abilities.
  • Work-Life Balance: We believe in a 'people first' culture, where your personal and professional life can thrive together.
  • Growth & Development: Your growth is our priority with professional development opportunities tailored to suit your goals.
  • Wellbeing & Fun: We work hard but know how to have fun, fostering a high-performance, caring culture that values holistic wellbeing.
  • Community Connection: Make a positive impact in the wider community and engage with our charity partners by supporting the Alannah and Madeline Foundation or get involved in one of our community programs across Korin Gamadji or the Bachar Houli Foundation.
  • Perks & Benefits: Enjoy money can't buy experiences, a range of perks, including discounts through our sponsors!

OUR COMMITMENT TO THE SAFETY AND WELLBEING OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE:
The Richmond Football Club is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children and young people. We exclusively hire individuals committed to fostering a child safe culture, irrespective of their role, and it is essential that all our staff understand their responsibility in relation to child safety. Individuals will require pre-employment checks, including a valid Working with Children Check for this role.

APPLICATIONS:
Applications will close 23rd March, please note only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted.