Strategic HR Advisor (Fixed-Term) | Generalist Support

Archway Recruitment; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway Recruitment is seeking a fixed-term HR Advisor in Wellington CBD, joining an established HR function to advise and coach people leaders with autonomy. The role is full-time with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Through to March 2027, you will support ER and change activities, contribute to wider HR initiatives, and collaborate with experienced colleagues to build trusted relationships across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Generalist HR experience with practical, high-quality support or advice.
• Confidence coaching people leaders through HR matters.
• Good judgement with a reasonable level of autonomy.
• Strong relationship management, communication and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of NZ Employment Relations Act and Privacy Act.
• Understanding of HR policies, processes and HR systems.
• Ability to identify issues, work through solutions and communicate clearly.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate meetings with managers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Establish trusted relationships with leaders and provide sound HR advice.
• Support with ER and change activity and contribute to HR initiatives.
• Operate with a degree of autonomy in day-to-day advisory work.
• Collaborate with an experienced HR team to deliver outcomes.
• Role may suit an experienced HR Coordinator moving to advisory.

Skills

Generalist HR

Advisory coaching

Coaching leaders

Autonomy

Relationship management

NZ Employment Law

Privacy Act

HR policies & processes

Job description

Archway Recruitment is seeking a fixed-term HR Advisor in Wellington CBD, joining an established HR function to advise and coach people leaders with autonomy. The role is full-time with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Through to March 2027, you will support ER and change activities, contribute to wider HR initiatives, and collaborate with experienced colleagues to build trusted relationships across the organisation.