People and Culture Advisor - Permanent vacancy

Management Level Senior Associate About the role This internal role sits within our People & Culture team, the heart of our firm. You’ll play a key role in supporting our people and leaders, driving initiatives that create an exceptional employee experience and progress our People & Culture strategy. It is a full‑time fixed‑term contract for 6 months, requiring an immediate start. Responsibilities Support and deliver cyclical People & Culture programmes such as performance cycles, graduate and intern initiatives, and wellbeing/engagement surveys. Partner with People & Culture Connect and Business Partners to ensure consistent, values‑led employee experiences across the firm. Contribute to projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organisational effectiveness and people outcomes. Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge, balance workloads, and strengthen People & Culture capability across the team. Provide proactive advice and guidance to leaders and staff on performance, development and day‑to‑day employment matters, escalating complex cases to People & Culture Business Partners. Skills and Qualifications 2–4 years’ experience in a People & Culture generalist or advisory role, ideally in a medium or large organisation. Strong knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and ability to support minor employee relations matters. Proven ability to use HR data and insights to inform decision‑making and reporting. Excellent relationship‑building and communication skills, with credibility across a range of stakeholders. Proficiency with MS Office and exposure to HRIS or professional services environments; experience with graduate/intern programmes an advantage. Open to candidates who may not meet every requirement but bring strong potential. Benefits Rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities, generous referral bonuses, retail discounts & deals. Growth – global network, leadership development, AI tools and training, formal learning pathways. Wellbeing – $250 annual wellbeing allowance, life & income protection, Sonder/EAP/Headspace, 15 days’ paid sick leave, group‑rate health insurance (eligibility applies). Flexibility – flexible working, supportive coaching culture. Time off – two paid recognition days off annually during the summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave. Whānau & community – paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support, inclusive networks, paid volunteering leave. Additional Information Travel requirement up to 20%. No work‑visa sponsorship available. #J-18808-Ljbffr