APG&Co - People & Culture Coordinator

APG & CoA leader in the Australian fashion industry, APG & Co designs and manages Sportscraft, SABA and JAG. For over 50 years, APG & Co. has curated, grown and evolved these brands to be at the forefront of Australian fashion. We celebrate our history while allowing our brands to express themselves in contemporary, relevant and authentic ways.The working environment is dynamic, professional and passionate. The mission: Bringing Style to Life. APG & Co values working as a collective, thriving on change, and playing to win. We are built to last.The Role The People & Culture Coordinator is at the foundation our people strategy, playing a crucial role in supporting the People & Culture team in ensuring a seamless employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle. This role will be responsible for HR administration, recruitment coordination, employee lifecycle support, and assisting in the execution of our people strategy. Reporting to the GM People & Culture, you will provide end to end HR support, as well as work across HR projects. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating an engaging workplace culture.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Administration & Employee SupportBe the first point of contact for employee queries and escalate where necessaryProvide information to stakeholders in relation to Retail Award guidance and interpretation, remuneration, policies and legislation, escalating where appropriateProvide administrative support across all areas of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, contract variations, and offboarding.Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data integrityPrepare letters, contracts, and HR templatesAssist in the maintenance, development and communication of HR policies and proceduresTrack probation, leave, and training recordsAdminister annual Performance & Salary Review process including award increasesRecruitment & OnboardingSupport the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and background checks.Managing and prioritising recruitment needs regularly with Retail management teamRecruitment agency managementEnsure a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for new employees.Maintain and update job descriptions and recruitment documentation.Building and managing talent pool internally and externally.Culture & EngagementSupport initiatives that drive a positive and high-performance culture.Assist in administering employee engagement activities, recognition programs, service awards and internal events.Gather feedback through employee surveys and assist in action planning.Compliance & ReportingEnsure HR documentation and processes comply with employment laws and company policies.Assist in preparing HR reports and tracking key HR metrics.Workplace Health & Safety / Workers CompensationActively promotes health and safe work practices for the business and acts as the companies RTW Coordinator for retailWorks with all parties in developing RTW plans, communicating necessary information and act as liaison between all parties when requiredLiaise with all third party providers in a timely manner.Monitors store incident reporting, escalating as appropriate to Retail ManagementFollow up incident reports and associated action plansManage workers compensation claims through liaising with employee, insurers and rehabilitation providers.Manage the wage reimbursement schedule for workers compensationSkills & Experience1-3 years of experience in an HR or People & Culture role (retail experience preferred).High attention to detail and accuracy.Organised, efficient, able to juggle multiple admin tasksExcellent interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.Service oriented – responsive and helpfulA proactive approach with a willingness to learn and grow in the role.Ability to influence and build strong relationshipsAbility to work effectively in both a reactive and proactive mannerA continuous improvement mindset - always looking for ways to streamline processes, scale operations, and find smarter ways of workingProactive, and ready to roll up your sleeves to support the People & Culture team and contribute to cross-functional projects as neededYou embody our values and actively foster a positive, inclusive, and engaged workplace culturePerks & BenefitsAs part of the APG family, you’ll enjoy:50% off all our brandsFlexible working options – hybrid WFH and beautiful studio/office space4pm Friday finishes and true work/life balanceBirthday leave + monthly social events, morning teas & moreEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familyPaid Parental Leave