Senior Human Resources (HR) Advisor

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical cover

KiwiSaver contributions

Generous leave and parental leave

Childcare allowance

On-site gym

Career growth pathways

Job summary

New Zealand Government Joba in Wellington seeks a seasoned Senior HR Advisor to partner with managers across the full suite of HR functions. You’ll provide tailored advice on policies, change management, employee engagement and performance, while mentoring colleagues in a dynamic environment.

You’ll join a team that values practical impact, confidentiality and work-life balance, with a focus on capability building and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Extensive HR advisory experience across policies and practices.
• Experience in change Management and performance management.
• Ability to mentor others and build capability within teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored guidance on HR policies and practices across the organisation.
• Support managers and leaders at all levels in employment relations and performance management.
• Lead change management initiatives and promote employee engagement.
• Partner with the HR team to deliver across the full spectrum of HR functions.
• Develop and mentor colleagues to grow capability and confidence.

Skills

HR advisory

Policies & practices

Change management

Employee engagement

Employment relations

Performance management

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned Senior HR Advisor who wants to make a real impact in our unique environment – one that combines fascinating subject matter, fast-paced setting and plenty of variety. If you are adaptable, people-focused and thrive on a challenge, this could be your perfect next move.

About the role

This is more than just an advisory role. You’ll be a trusted partner in HR excellence, utilising your insight and experience to support managers and leaders at all levels, across the full range of HR functions. From providing tailored advice and support on HR policies and practices, organisation change management, employee engagement, employment relations and performance management – your work will be varied, meaningful and valued. Our HR team is seen as a true partner and we are proud of the difference we make. You’ll also play a key part in developing and mentoring others in the team, helping build capability and confidence around you. You’ll be joining a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You will be a key part of our supportive team that works hard, genuinely values your input, and celebrates success together.

What’s in it for you:

Working with us means you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• medical and vision cover
• enhanced KiwiSaver contributions
• generous leave (including enhanced sick and parental leave)
• a childcare allowance for preschoolers
• a free on-site gym
• clear pathways for personal and professional growth across the intelligence community

All of this is delivered with a genuine focus on work-life balance.

If you’re passionate about HR and want to make a real impact in a unique, purpose‑driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Become part of a team that’s protecting NewZealand from the inside out.

Before you apply

Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.

• Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years OR hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years.
• Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance.
• Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.

Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

We’ll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our tips on applying and the security clearance process here. You can also learn more about our work and understand our areas of focus by reading New Zealand's Security Threat Environment | New Zealand Security Intelligence Service.