People, Culture & Capability
Fixed Term
Auckland
Posted 14/11/2025

People Partner

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About the Company:
Our client is a for-purpose, charitable entity that supports the wellbeing of individuals and families. It works with people from diverse communities across the country, offering a wide range of health, housing, social, and wellbeing services. The organisation is driven by people who are from the very communities they serve and there’s a strong ethos around encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

About the Role: 
As a key member of the People Advisory function, and the wider People Experience team, you will play an important role in shaping and delivering impactful people initiatives across the organisation. In this role, you will:
  • Partner with leaders and key stakeholders to understand strategic priorities and translate them into innovative, supportive, and effective people solutions.
  • Provide high-quality generalist HR support to a dedicated portfolio of managers and teams, offering coaching, guidance, and expert advice on employment relations and people management matters.
  • Contribute to and/or lead people-focused projects and initiatives that align with the organisation’s vision, values, and strategic direction.
  • Coach and develop leaders, helping them build capability, prepare for the future of work, and strengthen their people leadership skills.
About You: 
We’re looking for an experienced and confident HR professional who can build strong relationships, navigate complexity, and provide trusted, high-quality people advice. To succeed in this role, you’ll have:
  • 5–7 years of relevant senior HR experience, including at least four years in a senior generalist or HR business partnering role.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Human Resource Management, Business, Industrial Relations, Psychology) or equivalent experience.
  • Strong knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and HR best practice.
  • Ideally experience working in a unionised environment.
  • Proven ability to operate effectively within complex, matrixed organisations.
  • Strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build credibility at all levels.
  • Well-developed coaching and facilitation skills.
Knowledge of te reo Māori and/or Māori tikanga and/or experience working in the not-for-profit or social services sector (e.g., mental health, community services, housing) would be highly advantageous.

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To find out more, please get in touch with Michaela Brchlova on 027 3059031 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.  

At Tribe we have our guiding light to show us the way.  We bring our whole selves to work.   We encourage inclusion in every single interaction.  We genuinely care about people and are curious about their stories.  We celebrate all points of view.  We will help you find your tribe, the same way we have.  We’re all on a journey together so come along…