People & Capability Coordinator - Recruitment

Te Āheinga Coordinate end‑to‑end recruitment and selection processes across Council. Support hiring managers with recruitment campaigns, advertising, interviews, offers and onboarding. Draft employment agreements, variation letters and people‑related documentation. Coordinate onboarding, employment changes and offboarding activities across the employee lifecycle. Provide first‑line advice and guidance to managers and employees on people processes, policies and procedures. Interpret employment agreements, collective agreements, policies and procedures and apply them to day‑to‑day people matters. Apply employment legislation and HR best practice to support compliant and pragmatic outcomes. Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems and compliance information. Support reporting, workforce planning and continuous improvement initiatives. Work collaboratively across the People & Capability Team, providing support across a broad range of people activities as required. Build trusted relationships and deliver exceptional customer service across the organisation. About You You will be an experienced HR Coordinator, Recruitment Coordinator or Administrator who enjoys working across the employee lifecycle and delivering exceptional customer service. You have a strong eye for detail, enjoy building relationships, and can balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. You’re confident preparing employment documentation, maintaining accurate records, and providing practical advice on people processes. You bring a sound understanding of employment legislation, can interpret employment agreements and HR compliance requirements, together with the judgement to know when to solve a problem yourself and when to seek guidance from others. Most importantly, you’ll be curious, adaptable and eager to continue growing your HR capability. To be successful in this role, ideally you’ll have: A relevant tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) and at least 3 years’ experience in an HR, recruitment or people‑focused coordination role (or working towards). Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes, including preparing employment documentation and maintaining accurate records. Strong communication, organisation and customer service skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and build trusted relationships. A sound understanding of New Zealand employment legislation, employment agreements and HR compliance requirements. Confidence using Microsoft Office and HR systems, along with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and a willingness to learn, collaborate and contribute across the wider People & Capability team. What we Offer Employee Assistance Program (OCP) Quarterly values awards, Birthday vouchers and Social club Free flu vaccinations (annual) Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka Te Reo Māori language classes At Napier City Council, we’re committed to creating a workplace where our people can thrive. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation, continuous improvement and exceptional customer service. You can expect every day to be different and a great learning environment to start your HR career. This is a fixed‑term role until June 2027, with 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, based in Napier’s CBD. The annual salary package for this role is between $66,223 and $74,013 (including KiwiSaver), with the final offer depending on your skills and experience. Equal Opportunity Employer Napier City Council is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. Please let us know if you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr