Date: 4 Apr 2025
Location: Central Auckland, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
At Auckland Council, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a People Partner in our People, Safety and Wellbeing department, you’ll be part of a dynamic, portfolio-based team that works closely with business leaders to deliver strategic and operational support. You’ll play a pivotal role in aligning people strategies with business goals, enhancing the employee experience, and driving positive outcomes for our people and communities across Tāmaki Makaurau.

This is an opportunity to bring your HR expertise to a role where your work directly influences leadership capability, employee experiences, and the broader culture within Auckland Council.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Act as a trusted partner to achieve people-related goals for assigned portfolios.
• Enhance employee and leader experiences within the business portfolios.
• Use data and insights to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Develop leadership skills and team effectiveness through talent and succession planning.
• Implement change programs in line with Council’s design principles.

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He kōrero mōu: About you
You bring a solid background as an HR Business Partner, with the confidence and capability to influence at both strategic and operational levels. You’re known for your ability to provide courageous, constructive feedback when needed, helping to drive positive change and growth across the organisation.

You have a strong understanding of New Zealand employment legislation and case law, and you’re comfortable using data and insights to address workforce challenges and guide decision-making. What sets you apart is your ability to build trusted relationships with business leaders, unions, and colleagues, helping to influence key decisions and outcomes. You’re resilient, adaptable, and commercially savvy, with a focus on delivering results. Experience in Agile HR Practices is advantageous, and you thrive in collaborative, fast-moving environments.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally, and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.

Our passion for what we do breathes life into our vision to enrich and enhance life in Tāmaki Makaurau . In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
Me Tono Ināianei! Apply Now!
Applications close: Sunday 13th April 2025

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.