Zespri is more than simply the world’s single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities, and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit, which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand’s best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers. What's The Role? An exciting opportunity is available for a Regional People Business Partner to join our team in Italy and support a number of global entities. As a trusted advisor to the Executive Officer - International Production (ZGS) and their leadership team, the key focus of this role is to deliver people strategies and best practice to support the delivery of business plans through people. This is an excellent opportunity to partner with the Executive(s) and their Leadership team(s) to develop and execute an annual People Plan that ensures delivery of Zespri’s People Strategy and prioritizes Business Unit-specific people activities. This is a hybrid role, based in our Aprilia office, with regular travel to Bologna. Key Accountabilities Provide input into People Strategy decisions and deploy initiatives across the Business Unit partnered on behalf of the People Team in Italy, Greece, South Korea, and Japan. Build credibility as a trusted advisor and coach to the relevant Executive(s) and Leadership team(s), peers, and the broader People Team. Lead the delivery of annual people processes within the relevant Business Unit(s). Lead engagement, capability, organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, remuneration, safety & wellbeing, and change projects in partnership with People Team Centres of Expertise and executives. Partner with leaders and the Talent Acquisition Team to meet resourcing and talent acquisition needs, aligned with Zespri’s Talent Acquisition Strategy. Support job design, change management, performance improvement, disciplinary, and other employment matters in line with Zespri’s frameworks, escalating complex issues as needed. Facilitate capability programs and interventions to support ongoing development. Coordinate change delivery plans with leadership to ensure successful implementation of Zespri’s transformation initiatives. Collaborate with the People & Payroll Advisors and the PeopleZone team for seamless operational delivery. Promote Zespri’s culture, values, and purpose within the business. Champion safety and wellbeing initiatives, working with the Safety and Wellbeing Team. As Regional People Lead, manage local employment and legislative issues and foster a collaborative regional People team. Who Are You? We seek a talented HR Generalist with strong teamwork and stakeholder management skills, ready to advance their career. You should excel in business partnering, stakeholder engagement, and possess: Excellent coaching, influencing, networking, and facilitation skills Expertise in change management, employment relations, talent development, succession planning, and organizational design Effective time management and prioritization skills Strong business and commercial acumen Cross-cultural competence, ideally with global experience Excellent communication skills in Italian and English A degree or higher in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Business Management Why Zespri? Our people are the core of our culture. Join our passionate team of over 900 employees across 23 locations worldwide. Working at Zespri offers a fast-paced, culture-driven environment, aligned with our values of being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Be part of shaping our future in a unique organization. Competitive remuneration package, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme J-18808-Ljbffr