People & Culture Advisor
Our Role | Ko ta matou mahi
At ConneXu, we’re committed to creating a strong, inclusive, and values-led workplace culture, one that enables our people to thrive, grow, and feel supported every day. The People & Culture Advisor plays a central role in helping us achieve this goal.
In this role, you’ll provide high-quality generalist HR advice across the organisation, partnering closely with our people leaders to strengthen culture, lead recruitment activity, and advise on employment relations with confidence and care.Through practical tools, coaching, and solutions-focused guidance, you’ll help ensure that our HR function is responsive, future-focused, and people-centred.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership in a fast-paced, meaningful environment where your impact will be felt across the organisation.Key Responsibilities | Nga Haepapa Matua
- Recruitment & Onboarding – Lead end-to-end recruitment including advertising, screening, interviewing, onboarding, and supporting hiring managers to ensure a values-aligned approach.
- Sourcing & Employer Branding – Build strong candidate pipelines through job boards, social media, events, and community partnerships.
- Immigration & Compliance – Support immigration processes and compliance in partnership with external advisors.
- HR Operations – Assist with day-to-day HR processes such as contract generation, onboarding, performance management, investigations, and exit interviews.
- System Management – Maintain accurate HRIS data and documentation using systems like ELMO to streamline processes.
- ER Support – Provide solid advice on employment relations issues and support more complex cases in collaboration with the People & Culture Manager.
- Culture & Safety – Promote a safe, inclusive, and wellbeing-focused workplace aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and organisational values.
About You | Ko koe tenei
You’re a people person with a strong generalist HR background who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You’re confident providing advice, influencing others, and juggling priorities, while keeping a constructive achievement approach at the center of everything you do.
Whether partnering with leaders, responding to queries, or leading a new initiative, you bring professionalism, empathy, and a solutions-focused mindset to your work.
What You’ll Bring | Ou Pukenga me Nga Wheako- A tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related field—or equivalent hands-on experience
- 2–3+ years’ experience in a generalist HR or ER advisory role
- Strong understanding of recruitment practices and employment law in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, you’re confident guiding and supporting leaders at all levels
- Experience supporting or leading recruitment processes and coordinating onboarding
- Working knowledge of HR systems (ELMO experience a bonus)
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A positive, can-do attitude and genuine passion for creating great workplaces
- WellYOU! Benefits voucher on your work anniversary
- Team Member and Team of the Month recognition and rewards
- Birthday voucher
- Organisation Perk App – access to discounts at major retailers
- Clearhead and My Everyday Wellbeing memberships – supporting your mental and physical wellbeing
- Professional development opportunities tailored to your career goals
- Two Annual Wellbeing Days
- A flexible, values-driven work environment focused on individual and team wellbeing
How to Apply | Me pehea te tuku tono
Please submit your application via the advert you have selected, or visit www.connexu.co.nz to view all current vacancies.
We are committed to equity, inclusion, and reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of disability, te ao Maori, and people passionate about supporting others to thrive.
We are seeking to appoint to this role as soon as practicable, we will be seeking to assess candidates as they apply and appoint accordingly.
Ko te ahua nei, he waka eke noa, no reira tena koutou katoa.We are all in this together—so thank you all.