People Operations Coordinator

We're looking for a People Operations Coordinator to join our global People team on a Fixed-Term basis until March 2027.

Reporting to the People Operations Lead, you'll be the person who connects the dots across our People function. You'll help update processes, templates and policies, improve how we capture and use data, and support building automation workflows, including using AI. At the same time, you'll coordinate the employee lifecycle end to end, maintaining data integrity and keeping day to day HR admin running smoothly.

We're on a mission, and with a lot of projects happening across our People space, this is more than just a coordination role. While you'll play a key part in keeping everything on track, we're also looking for someone who's process-driven, curious, and comfortable working with systems and technology. You'll bring fresh ideas, look for smarter ways of doing things, and support us in building a more future-ready People function.You'll bring a natural strength in systems, data accuracy, and process flow, and take pride in making things work better.

What you'll be doing

As the fixed term People Operations Coordinator, you will:

• Manage and update HR templates, policies, and process documentation
• Support improvements to HR processes by helping identify gaps and assist streamline workflows
• Assist in maintaining process maps and support automation workflows (including AI-supported processes where applicable
• Provide data support for the implementation of the HRIS
• Coordinate and track employee data changes (joiners, leavers, role changes, salary updates, reporting lines, etc.)
• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support to the People team
• Maintain and update employee records to ensure data accuracy and integrity across HR systems
• Support the end-to-end employee lifecycle (onboarding, changes, offboarding)
• Prepare and issue employment documentation (contracts, variations, letters, confirmations)
• Assist with onboarding coordination, including systems access, documentation, and communications

How we work

We genuinely embrace flexible working. You'll have the option to split your time between home and our Paengaroa office.

Our team typically comes together onsite a few times a week for collaboration, connection, and key events-so being able to commute locally is important.

What you'll bring

• A tertiary qualification in HR, Business, or equivalent experience
• Experience in a coordination or HR support role and highly detail-oriented
• Confidence working with systems, data, and processes (HRIS experience is a bonus)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to keep things on track
• A curious, open mindset and willingness to learn
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Familiarity with NZ employment legislation is helpful; global exposure is a bonus

Working with us

At Comvita, you will be part of a purpose-driven business with a proud legacy and a bold future. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the safety and wellbeing of our people while working in a supportive, values-led environment. We offer competitiveremuneration, and benefits including:

• An opportunity to join a team who are passionate about doing business in a way where people and bees can thrive together in harmony.
• Birthday leave - a paid day off for your birthday every year
• Private health insurance- add your family members at a discounted rate
• Life and trauma insurances
• Frequent supply of Comvita products

Ready to apply?

If you think you would be a great fit for our team, submit your application here with your CV and cover letter. Note: We kindly ask that you submit a cover letter written in your own words, as we are already quite familiar with the tone and structure of AI-generated letters. After all, we are looking to hire a person, not AI, and getting a sense of who you are really matters to us. Give us something only a real human (like you!) could write.

Comvita's Commitment to Ethical Employment Practices

Comvita is committed to upholding the rights of young workers and ensuring that child labour has no place in our operations or supply chain. We do not employ individuals under the age of 18 and strictly prohibit anyone under 18 from performing work that may involve hazardous conditions or materials.

We do not tolerate the use of child labour or forced labour in any part of our business or among our suppliers. No child is to be involved in the production of our products or in the provision of materials or services to Comvita.

This commitment reflects our corevalues and our responsibility to support safe, fair, and ethical working conditions across all aspects of our business.

Comvita is an organisation which is committed to well-being, diversity and equity. We celebrate diversity and nurture belonging within our global team. We welcome diversity of people, ideas, talents and experiences. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us so we can support you through your recruitment journey.