Senior Advisor - People & Culture | Kaitohutohu Matua - Ngā Tāngata me te Ahurea

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Fixed-term opportunity through to 20 August 2027 Partner with leaders to deliver trusted people advice and solutions Flexible working environment with opportunities to grow and develop The role | Te tūnga This fixed-term role sits within our People Partnering & Advice team and plays a key role in supporting leaders across Stats NZ to achieve their people and business objectives. As a Senior Advisor, you'll partner with People Leaders to provide trusted advice across a broad range of people matters, with a particular focus on employment relations, performance management, organisational change, and people-related risk. You'll work on complex and sensitive issues, helping leaders make informed decisions while building their confidence and capability. You'll join a collaborative and high-performing team, contributing both to your portfolio and to organisation-wide People & Culture initiatives that support our strategic priorities. We're looking for someone with substantial HR advisory experience who can confidently navigate complexity, influence stakeholders, and provide practical, risk-based advice. Location preference is Wellington however we are also open to applications from Christchurch or Auckland based candidates. We're seeking an experienced HR practitioner who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery, confidently navigate complex and sensitive situations, and build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation. We're looking for someone who brings: Experience providing senior HR advice in a complex environment Strong expertise in employment relations, performance management and organisational change Proven knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and its practical application Experience managing organisational and people-related risk Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach and sound professional judgement Experience coaching and supporting leaders through complex people matters A demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development The ability to provide credible, risk-based advice that enables effective decision making Strong judgement, discretion and resilience when managing complex people matters Experience working in partnership with leaders to build capability and achieve sustainable outcomes Cultural capability, or a willingness to continue building confidence and capability in this area We recognise that valuable experience can be gained through a variety of pathways and welcome transferable skills from both paid and unpaid experiences. We encourage you to bring your full, unique self to your application and tell us what you would bring to Stats NZ. Stats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa is the National Statistics Office, leading the way in data and insights. While this is our focus, it's our people who are central to everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, recognising that our work is strengthened by the people behind it. The data and insights we produce help shape decisions across government, communities and businesses, and play an important role in telling the story of Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mahi supports informed decision making at both national and local levels, helping improve outcomes for people, the economy and the environment. We're proud of the role we play in guiding and strengthening the data system, with a goal of delivering high-quality data with equitable access for all. Before applying, we encourage you to watch our Life at Stats NZvideo. It offers a glimpse into who we are, what we value, and the diverse perspectives and experiences that make Stats NZ a great place to work. What's in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe Take a look at our Stats NZ careers site to learn more about our organisational values: Hepēwheaātātoutikanga mahi | The way we work. Some key benefits include: 15 days sick leave allowance (to be used for yourself or people under your care) Flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), & corporate rates for a variety of services and products Opportunities for career development and progression Salary band for this position: $97,270 - $131,601 + KiwiSaver You must have a valid work permit or visa to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process. Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr