HR Coordinator

Marketplace; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness allowance after 12 months

Job summary

The Ministry of Health in Wellington is seeking an HR Coordinator to support managers and staff, coordinate key HR processes, and help deliver high-quality people services. This permanent, full-time role offers a wellness allowance after 12 months and provides an opportunity to grow within the HR Business Partnering team.

You will be the first point of contact for HR and recruitment inquiries, coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities, and contribute to continuous improvement of HR

Qualifications

• A qualification in HR or equivalent experience, along with a solid understanding of HR practices and employment legislation.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with confidence using a range of systems and technology.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• A keen eye for detail, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for HR and recruitment enquiries, providing timely and accurate support to managers, employees and candidates.
• Coordinate key HR processes including recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding activities, wellness payments, and the workflow of employment documentation.
• Provide high-quality administrative and coordination support to the HR Business Partnering team, helping keep priorities on track and ensuring work is delivered efficiently.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation and contribute to continuous improvement of HR systems, processes and ways of working.

Skills

HR knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

HR qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

HR systems

Job description

# HR Coordinator at Ministry of Health, Wellington## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Wellington based | Permanent | Full time* Wellness allowance after 12 months* Midpoint of $73,520, dependent on experience**What you'll do - Ko tōu ake mahi** Grow your HR career in a fast-paced role at the heart of our HR Business Partnering team. You'll support managers and employees, coordinate key HR processes, and help deliver high-quality people services across the Ministry. Working alongside experienced HR professionals, you'll broaden your HR knowledge, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and play an important role in achieving positive people outcomes. In this role you will:* Be the first point of contact for Ask HR and recruitment enquiries, providing timely and accurate support to managers, employees and candidates.* Coordinate key HR processes including recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding activities, wellness payments, and the workflow of employment documentation.* Provide high-quality administrative and coordination support to the HR Business Partnering team, helping keep priorities on track and ensuring work is delivered efficiently.* Build strong relationships across the organisation and contribute to continuous improvement of HR systems, processes and ways of working.* undefined**What you'll bring - Ko ngā pūkenga ōu*** A qualification in HR or equivalent experience, along with a solid understanding of HR practices and employment legislation.* Strong organisational and administrative skills, with confidence using a range of systems and technology.* Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.* A keen eye for detail, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.undefined**About the Ministry** As the Government's lead advisor on health, we help shape the future of New Zealand's health system through policy, regulation and monitoring. Join a team that makes a real difference to the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders while working in a supportive, inclusive environment that values wellbeing, growth and development. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an accessible and respectful recruitment process. **How to apply - Me pēhea te tono mai** Applications close Midnight Friday 6 November 2026. Click here to view the position description. Please follow the online process at our Careers Website to apply. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at [e-mail].## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Ministry of Health || Location: | Wellington || Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time || Category: | || Date listed: | 23-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 06-Nov-2026 || Reference: | JR100889\\_1792723784 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.