People Partner - 12 Month Fixed Term

Auckland Council; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Diversity & inclusion culture

Job summary

Auckland Council is seeking a People Partner for a 12-month fixed term in the People, Safety and Wellbeing team. You will partner with business leaders to deliver strategic and operational HR support, align people strategies with organisational goals, and drive leadership capability and employee experience across a large and complex portfolio.

You will bring a solid HR Business Partner background, strong knowledge of NZ employment legislation, and proven ability to influence at both strategic

Qualifications

• Solid background as an HR Business Partner.
• Strong understanding of New Zealand employment legislation and case law.
• Experience building leadership capability and improving team effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted partner to achieve people-related goals for assigned portfolios.
• Enhance employee and leader experiences within the business portfolios.
• Use data and insights to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Develop leadership skills and team effectiveness through talent and succession planning.
• Implement change programs in line with Council’s design principles.

Skills

HRBP experience

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Agile HR practices

Job description

Job Description - People Partner - 12 Month Fixed Term

• Bring commercial, pragmatic drive to a highly operational portfolio
• Build leadership capability and team effectiveness in a complex organisation
• Join a close-knit HRBP team with an agile, strategic mindset

At Auckland Council, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a People Partner in our People, Safety and Wellbeing department, you’ll be part of a dynamic, portfolio-based team that works closely with business leaders to deliver strategic and operational support. You’ll play a pivotal role in aligning people strategies with business goals, enhancing the employee experience, and driving positive outcomes for our people and communities across Tāmaki Makaurau.

This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity to bring your HR expertise to a role where your work directly influences leadership capability, employee experiences, and the broader culture within Auckland Council.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Act as a trusted partner to achieve people-related goals for assigned portfolios.
• Enhance employee and leader experiences within the business portfolios.
• Use data and insights to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Develop leadership skills and team effectiveness through talent and succession planning.
• Implement change programs in line with Council’s design principles.

You bring a solid background as an HR Business Partner, with the confidence and capability to influence at both strategic and operational levels. You’re known for your ability to provide courageous, constructive feedback when needed, helping to drive positive change and growth across the organisation.

You have a strong understanding of New Zealand employment legislation and case law, and you’re comfortable using data and insights to address workforce challenges and guide decision‑making. What sets you apart is your ability to build trusted relationships with business leaders, unions, and colleagues, helping to influence key decisions and outcomes. You’re resilient, adaptable, and commercially savvy, with a focus on delivering results. Experience in Agile HR Practices is advantageous, and you thrive in collaborative, fast‑moving environments.

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders.

We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement. We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.