Straight from employers' career sites

Human resources jobs in New Zealand.

173 open roles, 51 posted this week, most paying $108k to $172k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Human resources12 days ago

    Talent Advisor

    Reserve Bank of New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    The central bank of New Zealand, guardian of the financial ecosystem, enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Partnering with hiring managers · Delivering recruitment processes · Improving recruitment practices

    Experience delivering end-to-end recruitment in a professional environment; regular travel to Wellington

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Human resources12 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Running recruitment desk · Winning client partnerships · Building temp workforce

    Proven agency billing track record in Business Support, Office Support or a closely related market; leadership or mentoring experience, or drive to step up; strong perm and temp experience

    Generous leave
  • Human resources12 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing client relationships · Writing client proposals · Partnering with delivery teams

    Proven senior tech recruiter; strong client-facing experience

  • Human resources11 days ago

    Workforce Coordinator

    InterGroup · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand infrastructure and industrial services business delivering essential services across the country.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Coordinating timesheets · Scheduling resources · Reconciling hours

    Experience in workforce coordination, rostering, scheduling, payroll administration or similar; strong attention to detail; computer skills; ability to work across multiple systems; Microsoft Dynamics experience advantageous.

  • Human resources11 days ago

    People Systems Support

    Arvida · 1001-5000 employees

    A developer and operator of retirement communities providing independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Supporting people systems · Troubleshooting system issues · Maintaining workforce data

    Proven experience in HR, recruitment, or workforce systems; strong systems orientation with data and spreadsheets; understanding of employee lifecycle and employment legislation; clear communication; organised and service-focused; experience with Humanforce and Smart Recruiters advantageous.

  • Human resources12 days ago

    Director of Human Resources

    Sheraton Hotels & Resorts

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Managing human resources strategy · Leading staffing and recruitment · Managing employee compensation

    Experience leading an HR team; strong knowledge of employment law

  • Human resources13 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Sourcing candidates · Managing marketing temps · Placing candidates

    Experience in agency recruitment or a similar internal talent role

  • Human resources13 days ago

    Senior HR Manager

    Marsh · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in risk, reinsurance, and capital, advising clients in 130 countries.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Advising people managers · Coaching people managers · Delivering HR programs

    Experience supporting managers with complex employee relations case management; experience across the full breadth of HR activity

  • Human resources13 days ago

    Volunteer Coordinator

    New Zealand Maritime Museum

    Auckland
    Full time

    Coordinating volunteer recruitment · Managing volunteer guides · Developing volunteer engagement

    2+ yrsResident in Aotearoa, New Zealand or Oceania; eligible to live and work in Aotearoa, New Zealand

  • Human resources12 days ago

    Manager Talent and Organisational Development

    National Emergency Management Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    The Government lead for emergency management, building a safe and resilient Aotearoa New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $181k-$221k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading people strategy · Shaping organizational capability · Driving workforce planning

    7+ yrs7-10 years talent and organisational development experience, relevant tertiary qualifications, people management experience, knowledge of Machinery of Government, Microsoft Office proficiency, NZ citizenship or permanent residency required.

    Generous leave
  • Human resources13 days ago

    People Enablement Coordinator (fixed term)

    Gallagher · 5001+ employees

    A global insurance brokerage and risk management firm helping clients face risk with confidence.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Preparing employment documentation · Coordinating onboarding · Maintaining employee records

    Experience in HR, people administration or employee services

  • Human resources13 days ago

    Senior Policy Adviser, Human Resources

    Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington · 1001-5000 employees

    A university renowned for high-quality research and exceptional teaching, attracting people from around the world.

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeContractSenior

    Developing HR policies · Providing expert advice · Supporting HR initiatives

    Significant experience in policy, HR, employment relations or similar; track record developing practical policy solutions; strong analytical and communication skills; relevant tertiary qualification; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Human resources14 days ago

    Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Ingram Micro · 5001+ employees

    A global technology distributor providing hardware, services, and XaaS solutions to businesses worldwide.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing recruitment lifecycle · Building talent pipelines · Sourcing passive talent

    Proven end-to-end talent acquisition experience; experience building talent pipelines and engaging passive candidates; experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, Workday Recruiting, or similar systems

    Study support
  • Human resources15 days ago

    Human Resources Director, New Zealand

    DKSH · 5001+ employees

    A trusted partner connecting people with exceptional products, services, and insights to drive growth across Asia and beyond.

    Auckland
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading HR strategy · Managing talent programs · Advising business leaders

    Up to 10 years’ experience in a similar HR leadership role; experience in a multinational corporation and highly matrixed organisation; knowledge of New Zealand employment law; experience managing grievances and workforce issues

  • Human resources16 days ago

    People & Culture Manager

    Beef + Lamb New Zealand · 51-200 employees

    A statutory body managing export quotas and safeguarding financial reserves for New Zealand's red meat industry.

    Wellington
    HybridFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading P&C team · Partnering with leaders · Improving HR processes

    Significant senior generalist HR experience, leadership experience, strong NZ employment relations knowledge, eligibility to work in NZ with permanent rights, and willingness to develop understanding of te ao Māori.

    Generous leave
  • Human resources16 days ago

    Senior Policy Advisor

    Victoria University of Wellington

    Wellington
    Full time

    Developing HR policies · Advising on employment matters · Supporting HR initiatives

    Significant experience in a policy, people advisory, human resources, employment relations, or similar role; relevant tertiary qualification

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Senior Human Resources Advisor

    ACCIONA · 5001+ employees

    A global company leading in regenerative infrastructure development with a focus on sustainability.

    Auckland
    Part time

    Managing employment issues · Coordinating recruitment and exits · Planning workforce needs

    Experience providing generalist HR or HR advisory support; current New Zealand driver licence; capability dealing with senior management and operational teams

    Four-day week
  • Human resources16 days ago
    Auckland
    Internship

    Designing capability initiatives · Facilitating development workshops · Analysing workforce data

    4+ yrsTertiary qualification in HR, OD, Psychology, Business or related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience; 4+ years across OD, learning, leadership development, employee experience and engagement; at least 2 years in an OD Advisor or similar role.

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Senior Human Resources Advisor

    ACCIONA · 5001+ employees

    A global company leading in regenerative infrastructure development with a focus on sustainability.

    Auckland
    Part time

    Managing employment issues · Coordinating recruitment and onboarding · Planning workforce needs

    Experience providing generalist HR or HR advisory support; current New Zealand driver licence; proven capability dealing with senior management and operational teams

    Four-day week
  • Human resources16 days ago

    People & Culture Advisor

    RDNS (Royal District Nursing Service) Group

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Advising managers · Managing employee relations · Supporting recruitment

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years as a P&C Advisor; knowledge of employment legislation and its application; well-rounded P&C generalist experience; experience influencing senior stakeholders and managing a multi-site operational environment

  • Human resources16 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Coordinating recruitment activity · Guiding candidate experiences · Maintaining Teamtailor records

  • Human resources16 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Sourcing talent · Conducting interviews · Building client relationships

  • Human resources16 days ago

    HR Coordinator

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing first-line HR advice · Preparing employment agreements · Supporting recruitment and onboarding

    3+ yrsAt least three years' experience in HR coordination, HR administration or similar, or a relevant tertiary qualification with relevant experience; experience using an HRIS and maintaining employee records; experience preparing employment documentation

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Capability & Organisational Development Advisor

    SeaLink Travel Group · 51-200 employees

    A travel group providing ferry and vessel services, focused on connection and teamwork.

    Auckland
    OnsitePart timeMid level

    Designing learning initiatives · Delivering workshops · Supporting employee engagement

    4+ yrsTertiary qualification in HR, OD, Psychology, Business or related; 4+ years OD/learning/leadership development experience including 2+ years in OD Advisor role; strong facilitation, communication, and data analysis skills; ability to travel across SeaLink sites; eligibility to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Human resources16 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Leading workplace investigations · Managing complex employee relations · Coaching employees and managers

    5+ yrsBachelor’s degree; minimum 5 years of relevant business experience; must reside in Australia, New Zealand, Korea, or Taiwan

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Payroll Manager

    Linfox · 5001+ employees

    Asia Pacific's largest privately-owned logistics company delivering supply chain solutions.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading payroll team · Processing payroll · Implementing payroll system

    10+ yrs10+ years payroll experience including medium-sized business (500+ employees); managerial/supervisory experience; in-depth NZ employment legislation knowledge; accounting principles; tertiary qualification in management/accounting and payroll accreditation preferred; SuccessFactors, Kronos, Microsoft Office proficiency; legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

  • Human resources17 days ago

    Recruitment Consultant (NZ Senior Division)

    Medrecruit · 201-1000 employees

    A recruitment agency partnering with doctors and healthcare clients to build better healthcare systems.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Qualifying senior doctors · Collaborating with healthcare organizations · Matching candidates with opportunities

    Proven agency recruitment experience with strong track record, confidence engaging senior doctors and executives, strong business development and communication skills, performance-driven mindset, and right to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leave
  • Human resources17 days ago

    Senior HR Generalist

    Westcon-Comstor · 1001-5000 employees

    A technology distributor providing service maintenance renewals and sales support across Australia and New Zealand.

    Auckland
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Partnering with leaders · Coaching managers · Leading employee relations cases

    6+ yrs6+ years' HR experience across advisory, employee relations, business partnering and/or people operations; strong knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and HR best practice

  • Human resources17 days ago

    People & Culture Administrator

    FUJIFILM Business Innovation · 5001+ employees

    A global company providing IT, print, and cyber security solutions to businesses.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeEntry level

    Administering employee lifecycle · Supporting HR processes · Coordinating awards program

    Strong administration and communication skills, attention to detail, ability to follow processes and manage deadlines, passion for people, ideally HR or business administration qualification, right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Human resources18 days ago

    Recruitment Coordinator | Qube Logistics

    Qube · 5001+ employees

    A nationwide service provider offering cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Coordinating recruitment activities · Screening candidates · Onboarding new employees

    Eligible to work in New Zealand; must pass pre-employment drug test

About human resources jobs in New Zealand

There are 173 roles open for human resources jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 51 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 154 full time, 5 part time and 19 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $108k to $172k a year.

Most are in Auckland (89), Wellington (37) and Canterbury (17).

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There are 173 roles open for human resources jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 51 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

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Where are most human resources jobs in New Zealand?

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