HR advisor

Job Description HR Advisor Wellington | Generalist HR | ER, Recruitment & People Projects Looking for an HR role where you can make things happen without getting buried in bureaucracy? This is a hands-on opportunity to provide practical HR advice, support leaders and improve the employee experience across a diverse New Zealand and Australian workforce. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you'll be the first point of contact for Team Leaders - helping them confidently manage people matters, recruitment, performance and employee relations. What you'll be doing Provide practical advice on performance, disciplinary and ER matters Coach Team Leaders through day-to-day people challenges Manage recruitment from advertising and sourcing through to appointment Improve onboarding, offboarding, induction and HR processes Update policies, employee records and HR documentation Support learning, development and wellbeing initiatives Contribute to the wider People Strategy Potentially lead the people workstream for an Employment Hero implementation What you'll bring Around five years' generalist HR experience with a relevant qualification in HR, law, business or a related field Confidence handling employee relations and disciplinary processes Strong recruitment and candidate management experience Working knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation Experience with HR systems Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail Most importantly, you'll bring sound judgement, common sense and a solutions-focused approach. You'll be comfortable having honest conversations, won't overcomplicate things and know how to get the job done while enjoying a bit of workplace banter. What's in it for you? Competitive salary aligned with your experience and value Southern Cross medical insurance; trauma-event cover; Life cover of twice your annual salary Flexible, hybrid working arrangements Two work-from-home days per week after six months Support for further education and professional development Genuine opportunities for career growth and development within the business If you're a capable HR generalist who combines professionalism with personality and enjoys delivering practical outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now or contact Debbie Cathro on +64 21 314 683 for a confidential discussion or email your CV to [email protected] About Magnetic We're building a stronger New Zealand by connecting organisations with the professionals who keep industry moving. If you want your next move to have impact, we'll make it happen.