Coordinator Talent Advisory

Job title : Coordinator – Talent Advisory

Role type : Permanent, full time

Location : Wellington City

Salary band & range : GSR H $60,750 to $80,333 depending on skills and experience

(Salary midpoint for this position $70,402 per annum)

About the Role - Korero mo te Turanga

We're looking for a proactive and organised Coordinator to join our high-performing Talent Advisory team at Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI).

This opportunity has come about due to the internal progression of our current Coordinator, a reflection of the great learning and development opportunities within our team.

As a Coordinator – Talent Advisory, you'll play a key role in supporting areas of the recruitment process.

From arranging interviews logistics, managing pre-employment checks and responding to general recruitment enquires.

You'll work closely with Talent Advisers, hiring managers and candidates to ensure every interaction is timely, professional, and people focused.

You will also lead all monthly recruitment finances, and ad hoc reporting on behalf of the team.

As a part of ongoing continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to support initiatives and projects.

This is a varied and busy role where no two days are the same.

You'll need to be confident juggling multiple priorities, have strong attention to detail, and bring a proactive, can-do attitude to everything you do.

This role is office based in Wellington City.

About You - Mou

This is a great opportunity for an early in career recruitment coordinatior, HR administrator, or a similar support role with around 1 to 3 years' experience.

What we're looking for :

• A natural communicator – clear, professional and warm, with the ability to tailor your approach to difference audiences.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with a strong eye for detail.
• A customer-focused mindset and a collaborative working style.
• Confidence using systems and tools (e.g. applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office).
• A genuine interest in people and a desire to support great hiring outcome.

About the Team - Mo to matou Ropu

You'll work alongside a supportive team of Advisers and Senior Advisers who bring a range of skills and experience.

You'll be part of a collaborative team that values continuous improvement, delivery, and a bit of fun along the way.

We're proud of the work we do to support MPI's mission and are looking for someone who shares our commitment to service and delivery.

About MPI - Mo te Manatu Ahu Matua

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

Benefits of working at MPI - Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Ahu Matua

Are you ready to make a difference?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau and hapori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities.

As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

To view the position description and / or apply online, please click "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" or visit the MPI Careers Site.

To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 15th October.

If you have any questions about the role, please email

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