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Senior Human Resources Advisor - Massey University

Wellington Manawatu Senior Manager

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Senior Manager

University Services

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for business partnering and advisory work? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment where you can drive meaningful change? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

Why join Massey University?

At Massey University, we are more than just an institution - we are a community of leaders, innovators, and changemakers. As a Te Tiriti-led university, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and future-focused leadership.

The People & Culture (P&C) team plays a vital role in supporting the university's strategic goals. We provide high-quality service and professional advice, ensuring employment practice compliance while delivering a comprehensive range of HR support services. From attracting and onboarding new talent to policy development, workforce planning, and employee engagement, we are at the heart of Massey's success.

Your role and impact:

  • Strategic and operational HR advisory - Act as a trusted business partner, advising senior leaders on people management strategies and best practices.
  • Employee relations and compliance - Provide expert guidance on employment law, workforce planning, and HR policy application.
  • Organisational development - Support leadership teams in succession planning, change management, and talent development.
  • Collaboration and innovation - Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive HR initiatives that make a lasting impact.

Who we're looking for

We are seeking someone with a strong passion for HR advisory work and a commitment to delivering great service.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • A tertiary qualification or proven experience in a similar HR advisory role
  • 10 years relevant operational human resources experience, preferably in a large organisation environment
  • A track record of collaborating in teams to achieve HR goals
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and deliver exceptional service daily
  • This position is ideal for someone looking to grow their HR career in advisory and business partnering while making a tangible difference within a leading university

Why you'll love this role

As a Senior Human Resource Advisor, you will be part of our HR Advisory team, providing trusted, strategic guidance to managers and teams across all Massey University campuses. Our team is agile, collaborative, and customer-focused, continuously learning and adapting to meet the needs of our people.

Opportunity to be based at either Palmerston North OR Wellington campuses.

Ready to elevate your HR career?

If you’re looking for a role where you can influence, innovate, and drive positive change, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of Massey University's People and Culture team!

Closing date: 6 April 2025

Reference number: US_HRAT_291_03/25 For further information and to apply online, click the button below.

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Employment Type: Full-time

Capability Level:  Shapes

Domains of Knowledge: HR Administration & Attraction, Learning and Development, Workforce Planning, HR Systems and Technology, and Organisational Development. 

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Posted on 19 March 2025