Human Resources Business Partner

Briscoe Group | 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‘re looking for a hands-on HR Business Partner who is willing to get stuck in. You’ll be 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. This role is dynamic and people-centric, involving travel around Auckland and beyond to be where your managers need you most. 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 Manage employment relations – provide guidance on processes and foster positive workplace relationships 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) What You Bring Must-haves: HR qualification or solid equivalent experience Strong employment relations advisory experience Proven ability to coach and influence managers at all levels Deep experience in recruitment and performance management 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 Confident working with diverse, distributed teams and navigating the realities of fast-moving operational environments Practical and solution-focused – you have the ability to balance competing priorities 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 Variety – no two days are the same (recruitment one hour, ER issue the next, a focus on developing team and managers after that) Real impact – you'll see the direct results of your work across our stores. Because our frontline delivers our top and bottom lines Professional development – we invest in growing your capability and you'll have opportunities to mentor others  Supportive team of experienced HR colleagues 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: Tuesday 16th December 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. Job Details Reference # 18823 Posted on 08 Dec 2025 Closes on 16 Dec 2025 22:00 Location(s) Morningside (Support office) Expertise Human Resources Job level(s) Experienced Work type(s) Permanent