Retzos Group (RG) is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business operating 69 KFC restaurants across Victoria and NSW, with one more under construction and a goal to reach 100 stores by 2030. With a workforce of over 4,000 employees and a strong corporate support team, RG is one of the largest privately owned KFC franchisees in Australia and globally. Following significant growth, RG is transitioning from a superannuation fund ownership model to a commercially led, strategically focused model. This evolution offers an opportunity to shape the organisations future through a strong people and culture lens. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the General Manager and sitting on the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief People Officer (CPO) will lead a high-performing People & Culture function and drive the next chapter of RGs growth. This is a broad and strategic role balancing the needs of a high-volume, multi-site operational workforce with the structure required to shape the corporate support office framework. A key priority is Learning and Development as a core pillar of the organisation; the CPO will build leadership capability, drive succession planning, and embed development pathways that uplift performance and engagement across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic direction of the People & Culture function across 70 sites and the corporate office Drive workforce planning, organisational design, and leadership capability programs to support scalable growth Oversee remuneration, governance, and compliance frameworks including IR/ER management and EBA negotiations Partner with Operations, Finance, and Development to align people initiatives with commercial strategy Embed a high-performance, values-driven culture across all levels of the business Lead Learning & Development as a core business pillar, building capability frameworks, leadership programs, and tailored learning solutions Shape and evolve the corporate support office structure to drive connection, accountability, and impact Coach and develop senior leaders to enhance capability and succession Collaborate with KFCs centralised People & Culture team on systems, compliance, and policy alignment About You Youre a seasoned, strategic HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, multi-site environments such as retail, hospitality, or franchise networks. You bring the rare combination of commercial acumen, strategic foresight, and people-centred leadership. To be successful, you will have: Proven success leading HR teams in complex, high-growth environments Deep expertise in Learning & Development and a passion for building capability at scale Experience in organisational design, workforce planning, and talent development Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and industrial relations (including EBAs) Demonstrated experience leading cultural transformation and change programs Exceptional influencing and relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or related fields (post-graduate highly regarded) Whats on Offer Fully maintained company vehicle Annual incentive package Flexible, family-friendly environment that values balance and trust A genuine executive seat at the table, shaping the future of a nationally recognised brand Location: Essendon Fields, with monthly Executive meetings in Shepparton This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the full people and culture agenda for a thriving Australian success story, driving leadership, learning, and culture while shaping the people framework that will support RGs continued growth towards 100 stores by 2030. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Chief People Officer