HR Business Partner ANZ

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ‘Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Where do you want to go?

We are seeking an experienced and purpose led HR Business Partner to lead our people and culture strategy, re-setting the foundations of which we work, for a future focused workforce across our Crop Science business located in Hawthorn East.

Reporting to our newly appointed Head of HR ANZ, you will provide HR business leadership and value add advice to the Executive Leadership Team of the Crop Science business.

Step into your gum boots, hit the road and be inspired with the advances in farming. Join a truly purpose driven organisation that puts food on the plate for people and strives towards hunger for none. Work with highly skilled, humble, genuine and passionate stakeholders who bring their heart and soul to work each day in this incredibly technical and scientific environment.

Do something that moves you.

As an integral member of the ANZ HR Team you play a pivotal role in shaping our people and culture agenda to lead the business through a significant period of transformation and change. We are focused on delivering an exceptional employee experience and a positive impact to our customers and consumers.

If you want to work for a purpose driven organisation where you can collaborate, make a meaningful contribution, and reach your full potential – join our team!

• Partner with the Executive Leadership Team to drive business strategy through people and culture initiatives
• Be an active contributor of the Executive Leadership team to deliver objectives
• Implement people strategies and engagement initiatives to drive high performance and an exceptional people experience 
• Coach the Executive Leadership Team and Managers in the business to successfully lead all cyclical HR activities i.e. merit and incentive reviews, talent management, succession planning, 
• Support all organisational design, change management and transformation activities aligned to the business strategy
• Provide employee relations advice and consult leaders on matters relating to performance management, conflict resolution, including educating leaders on legal obligations and risks
• Provide HR leadership and project management to key country HR initiatives i.e. EVP, Recognition, Inclusion & Diversity
• Resolve escalated employee queries from our HR Advisor Team, regional Centres of Expertise and managed payroll vendor
• Partner with Total Rewards team in relation to compensation and benefits activities i.e. design of local sales plans ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, competitive benchmarking, Bayer compensation policies and local employment law requirements
• Collaborate across the HR network and with other key stakeholders including Regional and Global HR Partners and Leaders
• Ensure all relevant ANZ HR laws, regulations and Bayer policies and HR practices are embedded.

Does this sound like you?

• A highly skilled and experienced HR professional with strong HR Business Partnering experience; degree qualified or other relevant professional qualifications
• Manufacturing site and technical expertise in ER, IR and EBA
• Experience working and navigating relationships with senior business leaders
• Deep understanding of talent management, organisational design, engagement, leadership and performance management to drive business success
• Success operating within a global matrix organization in a fast-paced environment
• You are pragmatic, have strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take ownership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience coaching and influencing senior leaders and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong partnering and collaboration skills with demonstrated experience driving change across the business as well as within a HR function.
• Comfortable to flex between people strategy and tactical delivery of the people plan to drive outcomes
• Execute strategic plans and initiatives at a country level for ANZ to reset the foundations of which we work
• A desire to act as a business enabler, you enjoy providing an exceptional experience to deliver a positive impact
• Accreditation in OD and/or leadership tools highly desirable (i.e. LSI, OCI)
• Travel will be required to our chemical manufacturing site in Pinkenba, QLD.

Be You @ Bayer

We are committed to creating a culture where people can be their best, in an environment that values inclusion, diversity and flexibility. At Bayer everyone belongs, regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

Be part of something bigger

At Bayer we support your career. Ready to join our team? Click Apply. For more information about this role and the innovative suite of benefits on offer, get in contact with our Talent Acquisition Team via jobs.anz@bayer.com . We look forward to hearing from you.

Recruitment agencies please note that this position will be managed via our in-house Talent Acquisition Team. Bayer does not accept any unsolicited resumes.