Recruitment Studio - SEEK Winner Outstanding Progress Diversity Inclusion and Equity 2023 and SEEK Winner Small Agency of the Year 2025 · Wellington Central, Wellington
📅 12/08/2026
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Stunning CBD office, $130k True generalist HR remit Autonomous yet backed by supportive Auckland HR team Company This is one of NZ's most respected professional services firms — a business with a genuine "people first" culture and a reputation for doing things properly. Their Wellington office is close-knit, high-performing, and exactly the kind of place where an experienced HR professional can make a real mark. Role This is a rare chance to step into a proper generalist HR Manager role — one where you're across the full spectrum, not siloed into one function. You'll be the trusted HR voice for the Wellington office, acting as confidante and advisor to partners and staff alike, while tapping into the support and expertise of a broader HR team based in Auckland whenever you need it. Your remit will include: Owning HR advisory services for the Wellington office — coaching, problem-solving and building trust with partners and staff Leading attraction and recruitment, including graduate programmes Driving the annual remuneration review and performance management processes Reviewing and refining HR policies and precedents to keep them fit for purpose Leading firmwide HR projects as delegated Providing commentary and insight from HR and financial reporting to drive change where needed Collaborating closely with your Auckland-based HR colleagues on shared initiatives, graduate recruitment and remuneration projects You Solid generalist HR experience across all avenues A tertiary qualification in HR or a related discipline Strong knowledge of best practice HR models A confident, credible advisor who builds trust quickly at all levels — including with senior stakeholders Someone with initiative, sound judgement and the resilience to juggle competing priorities Professional services experience is a bonus, not a must Benefits $130k package Truly generalist HR role — no narrow lane, no repetitive BAU Backed by a wider, well-resourced HR team based in Auckland Genuine investment in your development and career growth A firm that lives its values, not just talks about them How to Apply If you're an HR professional who wants real breadth, genuine autonomy, and the backing of a strong wider team, we'd love to hear from you. Email your CV and Cover letter to Bridgette now by hitting APPLY. #2476 About Recruitment Studio Experienced and supportive Recruitment team Dedicated to connecting people into meaningful career opportunities Winner of Outstanding Progress in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – SEEK Awards 2023 Winner for Small Recruitment Agency – SEEK Awards 2025 Finalist for Small Recruitment Agency – SEEK Awards 2023, 2024 Finalist for Excellence in Candidate Experience – SEEK Awards 2023 Winner of Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association Awards - 2024 Finalist for the Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association Awards – 2021 and 2023 Proud of our commitment and providing a positive stress free recruitment process Offering Temporary, Contracting, fixed Term Contract and Permanent job opportunities We are committed to finding the best candidates for our recruiting roles and ensuring equity in associated remuneration and reward. We actively seek applications from our diverse Aotearoa community. We foster inclusive practices that encourage people to be themselves. Please, let nothing stand in your way if you believe this is your dream job—we want to hear from you. Recruitment Studio strongly focuses on our talented candidates who always walk away feeling like they’ve gained something from spending their precious time with us. We love to match individual superpowers with amazing opportunities and see businesses grow with the power of a thriving team. Feel free to check out our Job Board at recruitmentstudio.co.nz and follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram @recruitmentstudio
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