• Enrolled student, ideally with first experience in the field of human resources

• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken

• Excellent communication skills and a strong service and customer orientation

• Organizational talent paired with a quick grasp as well as an independent, structured way of working

• Team player with high flexibility, commitment and initiative

• Starting date 01.08.2025; Duration: 6 months (12 months possible-if you are enrolled at university for the whole period of internship)

• Support of the People & Organization Partner (HR Business Partner) and Talent Connection & Attraction Manager (Recruiter) in applicant management and recruiting

• Independent coordination of virtual and face-to-face interviews in coordination with the Hiring Managers and (international) applicants

• Preparation and active participation in weekly Recruiting Catch-Ups

• Close cooperation with the Hiring Managers and the respective departments as well as contact person for all matters concerning interview coordination.

• Independent handling of various recruiting processes in our HR tool Workday

• Assisting candidates with travel planning for personal interviews (hotel and flight bookings) as well as subsequent settlement of costs incurred

• Support in the People Operations department with administrative tasks.

• Eingeschriebene/-r Student/-in: Wirtschaftswissenschaften, Event-Management, Sportökonomie, Sportwissenschaften oder ein vergleichbarer Studiengang für die gesamte Dauer des Praktikums

• Idealerweise erste praktische Erfahrung durch Ausbildung oder Praktika

• Organisationstalent, sehr gute Kommunikationsfähigkeit in Wort und Schrift (Deutsch und Englisch), Kreativität und Teamfähigkeit

• Selbstständige und strukturierte Arbeitsweise, Eigeninitiative, Flexibilität und schnelle Auffassungsgabe

• Erfahrung im Umgang mit PowerPoint, Excel und Outlook

• Startdatum: 15.08.2025; Dauer: 6 Monate

• Stetige Entwicklung und Verbesserung unserer internen Wellbeing- und Sportangebote sowie andere Mitarbeiterevents

• Planung und Umsetzung der Be Well Week (Sport- und Gesundheitswoche)

• Interne Kommunikation und Marketing von Wellbeing- und Sportaktionen

• Organisation und Umsetzung von Events, Kursen und Maßnahmen im Bereich Wellbeing und Company Sports

• Kommunikation mit externen Anbietern und Trainern

• University degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field — ideally with a focus on HR or analytics
• At least 3 years of experience in compensation & benefits, HR controlling, or data analytics - preferably in a global or matrix environment
• Strong analytical thinking, detail-orientation, and ability to maintain a strategic perspective
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly in English
• Proficient in MS Excel and HR systems to generate actionable insights. Experience with Workday and data visualization tools are a plus
• Solution-oriented, adaptable team player thriving in a fast-paced, agile environment
• You enjoy storytelling through data, optimizing processes, and creating real value for employees and leadership through your work
• This opportunity will be available in fulltime or parttime.

• Build and maintain dashboards and HR metrics to support data-driven decision-making and strategic workforce planning
• Conduct complex data analyses, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations
• Manage compensation and benefits processes with focus on job grading, salary reviews, bonus payments and long-term incentive programs
• Coordinate, execute and explain salary surveys and market analyses; review pay structures to ensure fair and competitive compensation
• Lead projects to enhance people rewards and analytics processes, collaborating with cross-functional and international teams to drive continuous improvement.

You’re not just an HR professional - you’re a people champion, culture builder, and strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-moving, dynamic & high-impact environment.

Here’s how you’ll make your mark:

• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leaders, aligning people priorities with business outcomes

• Collaborate with managers to strengthen team capability, boost engagement, and lift performance

• Work closely with the Director of People & Organisation to shape and embed people strategies that drive long-term success

• Lead workforce planning to ensure structure, capability, and talent are fit for future growth

• Identify high-potential talent and build clear succession and development pathways

• Guide leaders through change, transformation, and business evolution with confidence and clarity

• Identify commercial opportunities to optimise people costs and improve operational efficiency

• Handle complex employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, and compliance

• Oversee core HR operations from contracts and data accuracy to system updates with a strong attention to detail

• Localise and implement global P&O initiatives across the business

  Champion a culture of high performance through coaching, feedback, and continuous development

• Manage workers’ compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work plans in line with legislative requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of HR experience, including at least 3 years in a business partnering role.

• Background in retail, wholesale, or fast-paced environments preferred

• Comfortable working with HRIS systems (Workday ideal) and interpreting HR data

• Strong skills in talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning

• Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic reporting

• Strong knowledge of and experience managing workers’ compensation and return-to-work cases

• Strong communicator with the ability to influence and build trust

• Solid track record in employee relations and coaching managers through complex issues

• Brings positive energy, a team-first mindset, 'get it done' attitude and knows how to make work fun while getting things done

• Must have Australian permanent residency or full working rights

Why PUMA?

At PUMA, we are more than just a sports brand—we are a team of innovators and industry leaders committed to excellence. Here’s what you can expect:

• Product perks: 45% team discount plus free product on day one — because you should wear what you help build.

• Wellbeing support: Physical and mental wellbeing programs, plus a free onsite gym at our Moorabbin HQ.

• Leave & flexibility: 14 weeks paid parental leave, birthday leave, moving house leave, flexible hours, and hybrid working options.

• Career & culture: Grow with a global brand, backed by a supportive team, real development opportunities, and a culture that values people as much as performance.

Big things are happening at PUMA Australia! As we continue to push the boundaries of sport and style, we’re gearing up for an exciting move to our brand-new, state-of-the-art office in Cremorne in early 2026. This cutting-edge space will fuel collaboration, creativity, and the unstoppable energy that defines PUMA within the sport & style hub of Melbourne!

Think you don’t tick every box? That’s okay!
Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often only apply when they meet 100% of the criteria... but you don’t need to. If this role excites you and you bring relevant experience or potential, we want to hear from you. Let us be the judge - your next big opportunity might start right here.

PUMA is one of the world’s leading sports brands, driven by innovation and a commitment to performance. At PUMA Oceania, we believe in pushing boundaries and empowering individuals to excel.

Are you passionate about people, business, and building a culture where teams thrive?

We’re on the hunt for an energetic, people-first HR professional to join us as our People & Organization Partner. In this role, you’ll support our Oceania team across all things people - from talent and development to coaching, compliance, and culture. This role will report in the Director of P&O for Oceania.

This is a role for someone who loves variety, lives for meaningful conversations, and knows how to balance business strategy with human connection. If you're someone who can switch between data, development, and dialogue (and still make it feel easy) we want you on our team.

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 4+ years working experience in HR functions, Workday experience is a plus
• Familiar with local labor regulations
• Good team player, detailed-oriented with patience, good communication skills.
• People-oriented and good internal customer-focused mindset.
• Absolute integrity and strict confidentiality, sense of responsibility,
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) required.
• Fluent English is a must.

• Responsible for employee lifecycle management including but not limited to onboarding, contract management, transfer, offboarding, exit etc.
• According to the recruitment process, conduct the daily recruitment booking, interview and follow-up notification, etc.
• Maintain all HR relevant system (WD/Cityray) in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain and compile regular HR statistics and reports.
• Expats support
• Assist Team leader on various HR initiatives projects and programs.
• Other assigned works from leader.

• HS diploma required 
• 1-2 years’ experience in administrative support role within a related field,
• Experience in a role dealing with sensitive information and a requirement for professional discretion,
• Proficient in MS Office Suite,
• Experience in Workday and UKG Dimensions timekeeping beneficial but not required,
• Strong support skills, can manage multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly,
• Eligible for hybrid working post training period.

The Human Resources Assistant Retail Stores plays a crucial role within the People & Organization (P&O) team, directly supporting several functions including the Retail Stores P&O Partners, Retail Stores Organizational Learning & Development and other functions within the broader P&O team. Responsibilities for this position include various administrative duties in connection with the P&O function, including data entry, new-hire onboarding and offboarding, and various ad hoc projects.

• Process system approvals for all store locations in Workday related to job postings, offers and hiring,
• Conduct background checks for Retail Store Management employees,
• Monitor and maintain system-related onboarding requirements including Minor Work Permits, I-9 completion, and policy acknowledgements,
• Process, track and file performance action notices, and corrective action signoffs,
• Manage and maintain the Labor Law Posters for the Field, including but not limited to, new orders, replacements and communicating updates,
• Assist Partner team in scheduling 90-day check-in meetings with new Store Managers and assigned Partners,
• Provide support with annual processes like Talent Management, Merit Planning & Goal Setting,
• Assist in generating and creating new ways and ideas for recruiting and retention at the store level,
• Oversee the responses to Glassdoor posts for the Field,
• Partner with Corporate Employer Branding Ambassador to bring to life in stores,
• Audit and pay invoices for select vendors utilized for the Field,

• Conduct employment verifications and/or triage and draft letters for employee verification or immigration purposes,
• Provide unemployment responses and coordination of data needed with Payroll,

• Manage and own Retail Policy & Procedures and all revisions on a quarterly basis,
• Collect and distribute department mail,
• Other duties and ad hoc projects as needed

• 2a 3 años de experiencia en cargos similares.
• Ingles avanzado
• Conocimientos de reclutamiento y seleccion incluyendo entrevista por competencia y test psicometrico.
• Conocimientos de desarrollo organizacional
• Excel intermedio

• Realizar los proceso de R&S (levantamiento, publicación, entrevistas, aplicacion de test, etc.) de los cargos vacantes a través de las diferentes plataformas validadas por PUMA con el objetivo de atraer, seleccionar y contratar a los candidatos que cumplan con el perfil.
• Coordinar el proceso de onboarding de los nuevos trabajadores con el objetivo de lograr la adaptación a la empresa y al cargo dando cumlimiento a la politica PUMA.
• Coordinar y realizar los procesos de talent management, internships, descripciones de cargo, etc, con el objetivo de mantener una alineación entre el desarrollo de personas y los objetivos establecidos por la empresa.
• Realizar los procesos de Employer Branding, con el objetivo de mantener una comunicación interna y externa fluida y alineada a la política PUMA relacionada con esta materia.
• Estructurar y analizar las metricas e informes de los procesos del área establecidos con el objetivo de mantener visibilidad del cumplimiento de la política y las estrategias de mejora continua de cada proceso.