Woolworths

• Support and guide our leaders on ER matters 

• Join a supportive team, where you are trusted and given autonomy to manage your work on a day to day basis

• Permanent hybrid role based in Auckland!

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

What you'll do:

Woolworths New Zealand is seeking an Employment Relations Specialist to provide vital support and high-quality advice to our people leaders, ensuring legal compliance and mitigating risks across all divisions. 

In this dynamic, Auckland-based role, you will have the opportunity to manage diverse employment relation case portfolios end to end and coach business leaders. 

• Manage end-to-end ER cases across all Woolworths NZ business divisions.
• Coach and support people leaders to deliver exceptional service, resolve enquiries efficiently, and ensure full compliance with current New Zealand legislation.
• Maintain high data integrity within internal case management systems to generate accurate insights and drive reporting updates.
• Provide expert ER advice by staying ahead of internal policies, external employment legislation, and emerging market trends.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the People team to effectively execute policy updates and share knowledge across the business.
• Support leadership on complex matters, assisting the ER Lead and Business Partners.

What you'll bring:

• Demonstrated experience in general human resources or employment relations roles, backed by a solid understanding of employment laws and industrial relations issues.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build trust and open rapport
• Sound judgement and commercial awareness, with a sharp attention to detail and a proven track record of managing workplace compliance.
• A compassionate, empathetic approach when managing sensitive complaints, investigations, and workplace issues.
• A commitment to inclusivity, taking accountability for actively contributing to an accessible and welcoming work environment.

What you’ll experience

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• Access to Sonder. Sonder provides free confidential 24/7 personalised financial, medical safety, psychological or physical support for team members and their families.
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.
  
  

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.