Hello, I’m Steph.

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I help businesses create workplaces where people belong, thrive, and stay.

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I am a Human Resources Professional with over a decade of experience helping leaders bring out the best in their people.

I’ve spent much of my career at lululemon Australia & New Zealand, where I grew into senior leadership roles across People & Culture. Today, I work with businesses of all sizes to provide thoughtful, people-first HR consulting that balances strategy, care, and results.

I love working with purpose-led and fast-paced organisations, the kind that know culture matters and want to get it right. My approach is grounded in building strong relationships, partnering on practical solutions, and a belief that when people thrive, businesses thrive too.

From change management and recruitment to coaching and culture, I bring calm leadership, attention to detail, and a human touch to every project. I focus on short to medium-term work that delivers real progress and leaves your team stronger, clearer, and more connected.

I’m here to support you in building a workplace where your people belong, thrive, and stay.

My Approach

Relationships First

I believe that great HR starts with strong relationships. Whether I’m supporting a founder, a frontline leader, or an entire team, I take the time to listen, understand the context, and build trust. My style is down-to-earth and collaborative. I’m not here to impose policies, but to partner with you in a way that feels like an extension of your team. Clients choose me because I bring empathy, clarity, and confidence to the table, especially in moments of change or uncertainty.

Practical Solutions

While I love big-picture thinking, I never lose sight of what will actually work on the ground. I focus on practical, people-first solutions that suit your culture and make a real difference. Whether it’s designing a hiring process, navigating change, or shaping culture, I’ll help you get clear, take action, and move forward with confidence. My goal is always to leave you with momentum, clarity, and tools you can use long after the project ends.

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Services

I create tailored packages to meet businesses where they’re at.


Want to chat about what support looks like for you? Just fill out the contact form or drop me a line at hello@stephaniedepassey.com.


The service list gives a rough idea of what I offer, but I’m always up for co-creating something that fits your business and unique needs.

  • Perfect for founders taking their first step into building a team.

    Includes:

    • Guidance on employment vs contracting options

    • Tailored policies and onboarding documents to get started the right way

    • 1:1 email and phone support over your first month of hiring and onboarding

  • Ideal for businesses ready to grow with intention, not just fill a gap

    • Interview guides tailored to your business and role

    • End-to-end hiring support (role clarity, ad review, shortlist screening, interview coaching)

    • A future-focused hiring strategy to match your long-term team vision

    • Templates and tools to use again and again

    • 1:1 working sessions to align on must-haves and assess for culture fit

  • Designed for businesses scaling fast and ready to create a people-first culture.

    Includes:

    • Workforce planning, role scoping and org structure advice including job levels and pay ranges

    • Job descriptions and recruitment toolkit tailored to your business

    • Cultural values and employee experience discovery workshops

    • Employee Handbook creation

    • Tailored HR systems and process recommendations to help you stay organised

  • Flexible and responsive HR expertise when you need it on a monthly retainer.

    This could look like:

    • Support with performance conversations or employee relations

    • Change and communication planning

    • Real-time advice and coaching

    • Thought partnership on people strategies or programs

    • Document or policy review

    • Keeping the lights on - i.e. doing task-based work that you don’t have time for!

  • Need an extra set of hands (or a strategic brain) in your HR team?


    Let’s chat about how I can support your business, whether it’s a short-term project or flexible hourly support.


    Book a 1:1 intro session via my contact form and let’s see what’s possible.

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