Job Overview & Organization Mission

Coles Group is hiring a People & Culture Business Partner in Hawthorn East to provide strategic HR support across 80+ supermarket stores.

Coles Group is recruiting a People & Culture Business Partner to work alongside Regional Retail Leaders, driving talent strategies and employee engagement.

As a key member of the team at Coles Group in Melbourne, VIC, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Partner with: Partner with Regional Managers to drive talent acquisition, succession planning, and team capability.
• Provide expert: Provide expert counsel on complex workplace relations, disciplinary matters, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance: Ensure compliance with Coles Enterprise Agreement and Fair Work Act legislation.
• Lead diversity: Lead diversity and inclusion programs, mental health initiatives, and leadership workshops.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Coles Group, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Human Resource Management or Business.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 5+ years HR business partnering experience within large, fast-paced retail or consumer environments.
• Deep understanding of Australian employment law and industrial instruments (EBAs / Modern Awards).
• Strong coaching and relationship-building capabilities.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Coles Group, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$125,000 – AU$150,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Remuneration $125,000 – $150,000 + performance bonus + superannuation.
• Coles hybrid work model with Hawthorn East campus featuring gym and childcare.
• Coles 5% discount card on supermarket and liquor purchases.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Coles Group

Coles Group is an Australian retail leader with over 120,000 team members operating supermarkets and liquor stores.

Coles Group is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Coles Group careers gateway.