At a Glance
- Tasks: Support managers in building strong teams and enhancing employee experiences across APAC.
- Company: Join Kraken, a tech leader in sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Flexible work environment, focus on work-life balance, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Be part of a values-driven team that prioritises inclusion and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on team dynamics and employee wellbeing from day one.
- Qualifications: Experience in PeopleOps with a focus on the APAC region and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 117000 - 143000 $ per year.
Overview
Capability Partner (People Business Partner) with Kraken.
We are a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system, supporting renewable generation, intelligent grids, and excellent customer experiences.
We are seeking a People Ops Lead to support our teams across Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, helping managers build strong teams, enable growth and development, and deliver a consistent, high-quality employee experience.
This is a strategic and hands-on role that works with our global People Ops team and local leaders to ensure our people feel supported, empowered, and connected across geographies and cultures.
- What you’ll be doing
- Provide managers with tools, resources, and support to lead their teams with confidence.
- Help teams navigate performance conversations, growth opportunities, and, when needed, tough decisions or uncomfortable topics—always with empathy and fairness.
- Work closely with global career development and performance frameworks to ensure they apply and are utilised in a local context.
- Leading Mobility and Cross-Team
Movement: ensure employees have a great experience when relocating, going on secondments, or moving between teams and countries; act as the go-to facilitator for mobility questions and cross-border coordination in APAC.
- Driving
- People
Strategy: prioritise and roll out People Ops initiatives with global Ops and regional leaders; use data, insights, and feedback to shape approaches to performance, engagement, and team development.
- Coaching and
- Team
Design: coach leaders through team changes, organisational planning, and leadership challenges; support mediation and conflict resolution to build stronger, healthier teams; collaborate with L&D to shape learning programs based on field insights; monitor wellbeing, engagement, and team health, and take action through managers and leaders; help build inclusive, people-first practices aligned with global values.
- Lead or support initiatives that build belonging and bring our culture to life across remote and hybrid teams; participate in global People Ops initiatives and support integration when new teams or businesses join Kraken; represent our brand in external people-focused events or partnerships in the region.
Qualifications
- Experience as a senior practitioner in the People space with a strong focus on the APAC region (especially Australia and New Zealand).
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with doing, and strong knowledge of employment practices and labor laws in Australia and New Zealand (Japan experience preferable).
- Strong communicator who regularly reports to and updates the People and Capability team globally.
- Excellent coaching, listening, and problem-solving skills, especially in tricky situations.
- Comfort working across cultures and time zones in a fast-paced, remote-first environment with autonomy.
- Why you’ll love working here
- Impact from day one: shape the experience of our teams across three dynamic markets.
- Values-driven team: focus on people, inclusion, and a workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Flexibility and trust: results-focused with emphasis on work-life balance.
- Growth and connection: coaching, mentorship, and global collaboration with opportunities to influence and support our people.
Kraken is a certified Great Place to Work in several regions and has strong external recognition.
If you have accommodations or interview preferences, contact us to discuss options.
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At Kraken, we pride ourselves on being a certified Great Place to Work, fostering a vibrant and inclusive culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, we offer exceptional growth opportunities in the rapidly evolving energy sector, all while making a meaningful impact on the world. Join us in our mission to create a smarter, greener future and enjoy the benefits of working in a dynamic environment that values your contributions.
