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We're looking for an experienced and people-focused HR Business Partner to join our high-performing HR team in a 12-month contract position. Reporting to the HR Director, this role can be based in either our Mt Wellington (Auckland) or Toongabbie (Sydney) office and will support a range of business functions across Australia and New Zealand. As a trusted advisor, you will partner closely with leaders and collaborators to provide strategic HR mentorship and lead initiatives that improve employee engagement, capability, and performance.
Job Responsibility
Partner with the business to support and drive a positive employee experience and organisational culture
Act as a mentor to provide advice and counsel to managers and leaders throughout the business
Work strategically with senior and line management in aligning people practices with overall business objectives
Launch and lead HR projects as needed to support the HR function and business
Provide an effective employee relations service on matters related to disciplinary and grievance, ensuring equitable treatment of employees
Assist the HR Business Partnering team and the broader HR team as needed, particularly with issues involving NZ employment knowledge
Lead Enterprise Agreement re-negotiations.
Requirements
Tertiary credential in HR or a related field
Proven experience working as a strategic HR advisor or in a similar HR generalist role
Demonstrated experience working with New Zealand employment law
Solid understanding of employee relations, performance management, and HR practices
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with regional and offshore teams
Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills
Proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
Strong organisational and process management capabilities
Experience working in a multinational or matrix environment
Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry (advantageous but not essential).
Nice to have
Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.