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At Napier City Council, we're passionate about creating a thriving city for our community and it all starts with our people. We're looking for an experienced People & Capability Business Partner to join our high-performing, collaborative team and partner with leaders to deliver exceptional people outcomes across the organisation. This is more than a traditional HR role. As a trusted advisor to senior and executive leaders, you'll influence strategic workforce decisions, strengthen leadership capability, and help shape the future of how we attract, develop, and retain great people. You'll work across a diverse portfolio, balancing strategic thinking with practical solutions that drive performance, engagement, and organisational success.
Job Responsibility
Partner directly with senior and executive leaders, influencing strategic workforce and organisational decisions
Help shape the future workforce by aligning people strategies with Council's long-term goals and priorities
Lead and support complex people matters, providing trusted advice that balances risk, compliance, and positive outcomes
Work alongside an exceptional People & Capability team known for collaboration, innovation, and delivering results
Drive leadership capability, high-performance culture initiatives, and organisational effectiveness across diverse portfolios
Use workforce insights and data to identify trends, inform decisions, and deliver future-focused people solutions
Requirements
Experienced People & Capability practitioner who thrives in a true business partnering environment
ability to build trusted relationships and positively influence leaders at all levels
comfortable navigating complexity and adapting to change
confident communicator who can coach, challenge, and support
motivated by making a meaningful impact
What we offer
5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service
Discounted health insurance work scheme + Eye test subsidy
Retailer discounts + study assistance
Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club