Manager People Services at New Zealand Government

Apply for Manager People Services at New Zealand Government in Auckland City, N, NZ. This full‑time on‑site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Lead and enable a high‑performing People Services team delivering consistent, high‑quality support across the business. Work in close partnership with Strategic Business Partners to deliver aligned, end‑to‑end people solutions. Build trusted relationships with leaders, supporting the delivery of people priorities and resolving complex matters. Drive continuous improvement across people services, lifting capability, consistency, and efficiency. Permanent, Auckland based role with 5 weeks annual leave and additional benefits. Our opportunity We have a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned and people‑focused HR leader to lead our People Services function. This team includes Senior People Partners, a Principal Employment Relations Lead and Remuneration & Benefits Lead. The teams focus is on delivering consistent, trusted, and high‑impact people services across K inga Ora business groups. The services they deliver enable leaders to manage their teams with fairness, legal compliance, and confidence. The Manager People Services will be responsible for leading and governing the design, implementation and ongoing interpretation of people policies, ensuring K inga Ora remains compliant with employment legislation and collective agreements. The role reports to the Chief People and Assurance Officer and will partner with senior executives and strategic business partners to provide trusted, senior level advice in all aspects of the role; including but not limited to: Industrial and employment relations, change consultations and business as usual activities. Maintaining the People Services function as a credible, fair, and reliable partner for day‑to‑day employment matters is a critical part of this role. By delivering expert advisory services, clear organisational positions and robust frameworks, the position safeguards, and strengthens organisational integrity and risk management. What you will bring Substantial senior leadership experience in people services within large, complex organisation(s), preferably within the public sector or a highly regulated environment. Demonstrable capability in leading, managing and developing high‑performing people services practitioners and supporting resources within centre‑led or shared services environments. Proven ability to partner and provide trusted advice at executive and senior leadership levels. Highly developed proficiency in employee relations, New Zealand employment law and people policy and strategic frameworks. Strong understanding of remuneration and benefits frameworks and governance. Transformation mindset and the ability to see root causes beyond the people function. Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Law, or a related discipline. What's in it for you? We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits. Our Organisation At K inga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealands housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive. What is exciting about working for K inga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa. We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for M ori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our values Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are: Manaakitanga People at the Heart Mahi Tahi Better Together Whanake Be Bold. Join us To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact [email protected]. Applications close on Wednesday 8th July at 11:55pm. We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation. If you dont tick all the boxes in this listing but think that you could be a great fit based on your unique background and skillset, we would welcome an application from you. Dont hesitate, as we may review applications as they are received and reserve the right to close advertising early. #J-18808-Ljbffr