Senior People Advisor

Hello and Kia Ora!

Start your game...

Entain Australia & New Zealand are fearlessly revolutionising the racing and wagering industry, constantly exploring new ways to grow our business and push our markets beyond traditional limits. From day one you'll be fully immersed in the exciting world of horseracing, sports, and wagering, becoming an integral part of an organisation where our teams excel in their respective field.

The Senior People Advisor is crucial to our People Team, providing an exceptional HR experience through strong advisory and collaborative skills. This role delivers people-centric solutions across the entire employee lifecycle, covering employee relations, engagement, policy application, change management, talent management, and cultural transformation. Your influence will be key in fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring that our organisation meets its People goals.

Working in the horse racing, sports, and wagering industry offers a blend of passion, thrill, and innovative opportunity. You will be welcomed into a fast-paced environment with the challenge of shaping a talented workforce and influencing key People initiatives that enhance performance and engagement. Success in this evolving role requires the ability to identify critical issues and drive effective outcomes, ultimately driving both employee satisfaction and business success.

Where and how you can work...

We have offices expanding across many locations in New Zealand and Australia. While we are open to applications across NZ, we have a strong preference for this role to be based in Auckland or Wellington.

We value a flexible work environment and support a hybrid working model, enabling you to enjoy some work from home, ensuring we achieve work-life balance and individual preferences.

Your day-to-day...

• Build and maintain strong relationships with leaders, serving as a trusted advisor on people-related matters.
• Provide comprehensive support in HR functions, addressing queries and escalating issues when necessary.
• Guide leaders on HR effectiveness, performance management, and team dynamics.
• Assist in developing workforce planning strategies and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate talent reviews and succession planning to assess employee readiness and development needs.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and support managers in handling disciplinary matters.
• Identify training needs and coordinate workshops to enhance employee skills and competencies.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.

You're a match if you ideally have...

• Extensive experience as an HR generalist in medium to large organizations.
• Solid understanding of employment legislation, including the Employment Relations Act and Holidays Act, with the ability to interpret HR policies.
• Proficiency in supporting the entire employee lifecycle, from attraction and engagement to retention and development.
• Demonstrated expertise as a reliable advisor in corporate HR, specialising in Talent Management and Performance initiatives.
• A collaborative approach with leaders that confidently influences outcomes in People matters.
• Strong familiarity with HR systems and platforms, such as HRIS, ATS, and Payroll.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, paired with sharp attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management skills to navigate various stakeholders and adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to the future of HR and motivated to incorporate people insights into decision-making.

Who are we?

At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences.

We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella – our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike.

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports. We're excited to be working alongside our other key NZ brands including SENZ, Trackside, and our brand new wagering brand betcha.

Entain Lifestyle...

• Paid Medical Insurance: Get covered with Southern Cross medical insurance for you and your family!
• Dedicated Training Plans: Power up your professional growth with our exclusive training programs.
• Hybrid and Flexible Working: Work hard, play smart!
• Birthday Bonus: Take a breather on your special day, courtesy of us. It's your day to shine!
• Be You: Express yourself! We celebrate your unique individuality, creating a supportive and inclusive work atmosphere.
• Office Fun: Our Auckland and Wellington offices are game-ready with a pool table, dartboard, and sports on TV. Work's never been this fun!
• Social Butterflies Welcome, join our clubs and dive into exciting activities regularly!

As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values, celebrates and respects individual differences, so whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion, or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work. Our diverse internal networks provide support for you to express your views and make a positive difference.

For more information, please reach out to us at careers@entaingroup.com.au or hit apply now.