HR Manager

Cookes; Howick; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Cookes, a New Zealand based industrial and commercial solutions leader, seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to align business objectives with employees and management. You will work with the Senior Leadership Team to drive HR initiatives, promote diversity and inclusion, and lead talent acquisition across 11 branches.

Reporting to the NZ GM and Belgian Divisional VP HR, you will influence culture, support change management, and partner with leaders to deliver people-first outcomes that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 5+ years experience as an HR Business Partner.
• Strong understanding of NZ employment law and HR policies.
• Experience developing and implementing HR programs that drive business results.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships with business leaders and employees.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Guide managers and staff on HR policies, employee relations, and procedures.
• Coach and mentor managers on performance, talent management and leadership development.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to align programs with business needs.
• Drive talent acquisition initiatives to attract top talent.
• Analyze HR metrics and develop action plans for improvements.
• Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and HR policies.
• Support change management by communicating changes and minimizing disruption.

Skills

HRBP

Strategic partner

Employee relations

Talent management

Change management

Communication

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Job description

Be part of our Vision: “To be New Zealand's leading industrial and commercial solution partner through a highly capable and engaged team”

Reporting to the New Zealand General Manager, as well as the Divisional VP HR based in Belgium, we are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team. As an HRBP, you will be responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management. You will be a strategic partner to the business and be a part of, and work with, the Senior Leadership Team to create and implement HR initiatives that drive business results.

You will lead our efforts to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. In this role, you will be responsible for driving cultural change and promoting inclusiveness and belonging throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives
• Work with managers and employees to address employee relations issues and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures
• Coach and mentor managers on employee performance, talent management and leadership development
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, based at Head Office in Belgium, to ensure HR programs are aligned with business needs
• Drive Talent acquisition initiatives to identify and attract top talent to the organisation
• Analyze HR metrics and trends to identify areas of improvement and develop action plans to address them
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters, including compensation, benefits, and HR policies
• Support change management initiatives by communicating changes and developing plans to minimize disruption

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field
• 5+ years experience as an HR Business Partner
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and New Zealand employment law
• Experience developing and implementing HR programs that drive business results
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with business leaders and employees

Cookes have 11 branches throughout New Zealand and is part of the Bekaert Ropes Group, the world's premier supplier of mission-critical advanced cords and ropes. Locally we are recognised as a leader in our markets, with a reputation for quality, expertise, innovation and excellence developed over 115 years of service to New Zealand businesses.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.