Human Resources Business Partner

About Us

Restaurant Brands is embarking on an exciting new phase following organizational restructuring, fresh investment, and key leadership appointments including a new Chief of People, HR Director, and HR Operations Manager. Our renewed focus is on people-oriented practices, stronger global alignment, and enhancing capabilities across the business. As a company, we manage iconic brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and Carl's Jr, operating over 525 restaurants worldwide with more than 4,500 employees across New Zealand and serving over 60,000 customers every day.

Role Overview

We are searching for an experienced HR professional, either a seasoned specialist in employee relations or an HR Advisor eager to expand into broad business partnership. As an HR Business Partner, you will be a trusted consultant to Restaurant and Area Managers, providing pragmatic HR leadership in a fast-moving, multi-location environment. This role is pivotal in resolving employment issues, enabling leaders to make confident decisions, and fostering a positive, high-achievement culture in a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective HR support across multiple sites.
• Advise and mentor leaders on employee relations, performance, and workplace concerns.
• Handle grievances, disciplinary actions, and organizational changes impartially and consistently.
• Assist in implementing and refining HR policies and practices.
• Partner with management to enhance engagement, cultural alignment, and organizational performance.
• Deliver training and support to build managerial HR capabilities.

Candidate Profile

• In-depth knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all organizational levels.
• Sound judgement in handling complex employee relations issues.
• Experience collaborating with unions.
• Proficient use of HR information systems and data-driven decision-making.
• Willingness to travel for field support, including occasional evening and weekend work.

Benefits & Perks

• Join a vibrant national team within one of New Zealand's premier quick service restaurant (QSR) enterprises.
• Contribute to shaping the future of HR amid ongoing growth and transformation.
• Opportunities for professional HR development in a supportive environment.
• Complimentary on-site parking.
• Competitive remuneration with eligibility for short-term incentive plans.
• Active involvement in an on-site social club.

Additional Information

Applicants must already hold the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this opportunity.