At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HR programs and create an inclusive environment for all employees.
- Company: Join Colgate-Palmolive, a global leader in consumer products with a caring culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a supportive work-life balance.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to influence global HR initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on employee experiences and contribute to a healthier future.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in HR or business, strong advisory skills, and emotional intelligence.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under internationally recognised brand names. Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programmes that enrich communities around the world.
A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.
As a member of the Colgate-Palmolive People Experience team, you will be the heartbeat of the employee journey, owning the local South Pacific execution of global HR programs and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can perform at their best and reach their full potential. You will be the primary partner for employees and managers, translating HR policies into practical solutions and driving operational excellence across the region. This is a unique opportunity for you to gain broad exposure across diverse businesses and HR activities while influencing the growth and development of our global workforce.
Responsibilities:
- Executing critical global HR programs, including performance management, talent planning, learning & development and compensation, in close partnership with People Business Partners and Center of Excellence teams.
- Supporting the People Experience team to implement new global programs in the context of the business and region with CoE (Center of Excellence) teams.
- Ensuring high quality experience around the "moments that matter" within the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and key career transitions.
- Coaching and advising managers on employee relations, performance management, career development, and leadership capabilities to elevate team performance and engagement.
- Managing employee relations cases applying sound judgment and conflict resolution with Legal and business stakeholders.
- Partnering with Ethics & Compliance on investigations to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Utilizing data analytics and organizational diagnostics to identify trends and translate insights into actionable solutions for the business.
- Driving continuous improvement by identifying operational bottlenecks and leveraging AI and digital tools to optimise HR service delivery.
- Providing on-the-ground feedback and insights to People Business Partners, CoE, and CBS- ensuring the broader People function remains connected to what is happening across the organisation.
- Participating in agile Global People projects and initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant human resources or business experience.
- Demonstrated ownership in managing competing priorities and timelines to accomplish overlapping activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree or professional HR certification.
- Experience in the CPG or FMCG industry implementing scalable HR processes and global programs within a multi-national environment.
- Strong advisory skills to coach managers and employees.
- Advanced emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills to manage complex employee relations.
- Experience with identifying gaps and driving continuous improvement for HR programs and initiatives.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing stakeholders across the HR function or across multiple functions.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and manage multiple HR initiatives with high detail orientation.
- Proven proficiency in leveraging AI, data analytics, and HR technologies to drive insights and workflow optimisation.
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
People Experience Partner in Sydney employer: Colgate
Colgate-Palmolive is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and inclusivity. As a Procurement Manager in Sydney, you'll benefit from a global perspective, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a purpose-driven brand that enhances the lives of pets and their owners. With a commitment to work/life balance and a supportive environment, Colgate-Palmolive empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
