Hr Strategic Lead

People are our greatest taonga - it is through our people that the tribal legacy lives.

Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu exists to grow and develop Ngai Tahu whanau members, so they are culturally able, well-connected to their Ngai Tahu community and outstanding performers in their chosen field.

As shared-service function, Toi Tangata (People & Culture) supports Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu Group to realise the Ngai Tahu tribal vision : mo tatou, a, mo ka uri a muri ake nei - for us and our children after us, through their mahi.We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and skilled HR Strategic Lead to join our Toi Tangata team.

This role is unique, offering the chance to influence both the corporate environment of Ngai Tahu Property and the agricultural landscape of Ngai Tahu Farming.Role Overview : As the HR Strategic Lead supporting Ngai Tahu Farming and Ngai Tahu Property you will play a pivotal role in aligning organisational objectives with people and culture initiatives, driving employee engagement, and fostering a high-performance culture.

You will serve as a strategic partner to organisational leaders, providing expert HR advice and support in areas such as recruitment, employee relations, change, performance management, and organisational development.

As a self-starting professional, you will be a team player and understand the importance of working in a shared service team, leveraging relationships with your hoamahi for success.

Working alongside two other HR Strategic Leads, a HR Advisor - Whanau Recruitment and a HR Coordinator, you'll also have the opportunity to work with our specialist Toi Tangata practitioners to deliver integrated and aligned people and development strategies and services.We're looking for candidates who have : A degree level qualification or significant level of relevant experience.At least 5 years' experience in a senior Advisory or Business Partnering HR-related role, with a preference for experience in agricultural settings.A service delivery mind-set and responsiveness to customers' needs.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build sustainable relationships based on trust and credibility with senior leaders.Sound judgment and ability to navigate problems to reach pragmatic outcomes.Depth of knowledge and skills in dealing with complex employment relations matters, including employment disciplinaries and change processes.This role offers a blend of strategic influence and operational depth - you will have an awareness of and affinity for the values and aspirations of Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu and an openness to embody, embrace or learn Ngai Tahutanga, tikanga and te reo Maori.In return, you will be part of a dedicated, supportive and high-performing team who takes pride in excellent service delivery to our internal customers within Te Runanga Group.

Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu is a highly reputable, thriving organisation, striving towards enriching the lives of current and future generations.

Guided by our vision, Ngai Tahu whanau are at the heart of everything we do "'mo tatou, a, mo ka uri a muri ake nei'" (for us and our children after us).

To apply for this position please send a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to Dallas Guilford, HR Manager - Commercial Operations at .

If this sounds like the role for you, maraka mai!

We look forward to your application.Reference # 34620Business areas Te Runanga o Ngai TahuPosted on Monday 15 Sep 2025Closes on 29 Sep : 00Expertise Human Resources, Recruitment and Payroll