Senior HR Advisor

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Hato Hone St John is seeking a senior HR advisor on a 12-month fixed term to join the HRBP team in Auckland. You will partner with leaders across the Community Health portfolio, handling complex ER matters, guiding change programs, coaching leaders, and delivering strategic and practical people initiatives for a diverse workforce of roughly 11,000 staff and volunteers. The role requires strong HR partnering, credibility with leaders, change management and ER experience, and a practical, solutions oriented mindset. Benefits include a supportive culture, autonomy, and a hybrid model with two days in Ellerslie; hours 8:30 to 5, Monday to Friday. To apply, click I’m interested before Sunday 26 July; for more information contact Lindsey Frankland.

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us: 

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi and volunteer works across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through our mahi in health education, access, and monitoring, we are making life-changing differences every day.

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role:

• 12month fixed term opportunity

We're looking for a seasoned HR professional to join our HR Business Partnering team on a fixed term basis to provide additional senior capability within the team whilst supporting organisational projects.  This role offers the opportunity to work closely alongside an HR Business Partner, supporting leaders through complex people challenges, organisational change initiatives, and strategic people projects.

As one of our senior practitioners, you'll partner with leaders across our Community Health portfolio, providing expert advice and coaching while contributing to a broad range of organisational initiatives. From complex employment relations matters and change programmes through to capability building, leadership support, and people-focused projects, you'll enjoy significant variety and exposure.

Our organisation is unlike any other. We deliver frontline ambulance services, community health programmes and commercial activities, with approximately 11,000 paid staff and volunteers working together across Aotearoa. The scale, complexity and diversity of our workforce means no two days are the same, and the work you do will have a genuine impact on the communities we serve.

As part of a highly regarded and supportive HR Business Partnering team, you'll work closely with the HRBP to influence people outcomes and partner with leaders on a broad range of operational and strategic workforce matters.

Qualifications

Ko wai koe – About you

We're looking for someone who brings strong HR partnering experience and confidence operating in complex environments.

You may currently be an HR Business Partner looking for a fixed-term opportunity, or a highly experienced Senior HR Advisor ready to continue building your strategic partnering capability.

You'll bring:

• Significant experience managing complex employment relations matters and case management.
• Strong organisational change and transformation experience, including leading end-to-end change processes.
• The ability to coach, influence and build credibility with leaders at all levels.
• Experience partnering with operational leaders to improve team performance and people outcomes.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• Adaptability, resilience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

You'll be joining a collaborative, high-trust team culture where people genuinely enjoy working together. You'll have the support of an experienced manager who values trust, development and flexibility, while also having the autonomy to make a meaningful contribution.

You'll also enjoy a healthy work-life balance, with a hybrid working model requiring a minimum of two days per week in our Ellerslie office.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Sunday 26th July

For further information please contact Lindsey Frankland at [email protected] 

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. 

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rerekētanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai.  E āwhinatia e mātou I ngā whakaaro rerekē, kia mahi pai I roto I ngā hāpori katoa.  Ko tā mātou nei haepapa, kia hanga tētahi āhuru mōwai mā tatou, kia mahi haumaru ai.  

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process. 

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.