People & Culture Manager Tāmaki

ProgressionHR; Albert-Eden, Ōtara-Papatoetoe; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vocational education provider in Auckland seeks an experienced People & Culture leader. The role entails managing a team while advising on complex employment relations and implementing cultural strategies. The ideal candidate has significant experience in P&C leadership and strong union management skills. Enjoy a supportive work environment with flexible arrangements and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing benefits

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading people & culture teams.
• Strong background in senior P&C generalist roles.
• Expertise in managing complex employment relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of P&C Business Partners.
• Advise leaders on complex employment relations and culture issues.
• Implement change programmes and develop P&C strategy.

Skills

People & Culture leadership

Stakeholder management

Employment relations expertise

Union relationship management

Job description

Overview

A new era in vocational education is taking shape in Tāmaki Makaurau. Auckland’s public vocational education landscape will be transformed through the unification of Unitec and Manukau Institute of Technology, two respected institutions with over 50 years of service to the region. This change presents a unique opportunity to reimagine vocational learning so it genuinely reflects and serves the aspirations of our diverse communities, industries, and Māori across the region. It’s a bold step toward a more equitable and responsive education system, one grounded in partnership, purpose, and place.

Ngā mahi | Do

Responsibilities

Join during an exciting phase of change, bringing your passion to drive a positive culture and build effective team performance and engagement. If you are seeking a role with the autonomy to achieve tangible results and genuinely make a difference, and are confident to flex to meet the needs of the business, then you will enjoy this varied opportunity where you can put your stake in the ground and make things happen.

Leading a team of six P&C Business Partners across Auckland, you’ll coach and build their capability to support the delivery of quality HR generalist partnering to their portfolios. While you’ll be comfortable in this coaching and mentoring role, you will also be hands on, partnering with leaders to provide advice and guidance around a broad range of complex employment relations and wider people and culture issues.

Together with your P&C leadership colleagues, you’ll be leading the implementation of change programmes in this complex and changing environment. You will also be involved in the development of P&C strategy, OD, remuneration and workforce planning. Playing an important role in union negotiations will also form part of your role.

About you

Mōu te take – E uiga ia te oe | About you

Key to success in this role will be your significant experience leading people & culture teams, bringing them together and helping them reach their potential. A strong background in senior P&C generalist roles, where you’ve managed complex employment relations cases, is essential. You’ll also have expertise in building and maintaining strong union relationships. Leveraging your expert communication skills, you will pride yourself on your strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills, including the ability to influence change.

What’s on offer

What’s on offer

On offer is the opportunity to work in New Zealand’s Tertiary Vocational Education sector during an exciting time of change. You’ll also enjoy a range of wellbeing benefits and initiatives, including flexible working arrangements and leave options.

You will work with people passionate about making a positive impact in the community. On offer is a work environment which values genuine people who care for others, are well-connected, open and approachable and strive for excellence.

Diversity is welcomed and celebrated, with a commitment to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all. “Kua herea mātou ki te whai i te tūturutanga o Te Tiriti O Waitangi.” We are committed to creating and maintaining a culturally sensitive work environment in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Apply

Me tono mai inaīanei | Apply Now!

Please apply online with your resume and cover letter.

To find out more, please get in touch with Laura Burton on 09 365 2121 for a confidential discussion.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.