Human Resources Advisor - Albany, Auckland

Animal Referral Centre – Albany, North Island

Established in 2016, ARC Vets is an independent NZ family-owned referral practice with two state-of-the-art small animal hospitals in Auckland, ARC Central Ltd in Freemans Bay, and ARC North Ltd in Albany. We’re a 24 / 7 operation with an incredible team of specialists in surgery, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, oncology, dermatology, and critical care. ARC North also offers hydrotherapy services.

We have all the equipment you would expect in a modern referral veterinary hospital includingfull in-house laboratory suite with Radiometer, multiparameter patient monitors, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, underwater treadmill, mechanical ventilation, on-site CT and MRI, along with dedicated cat and dog receptions, consulting rooms and wards.

We employ clever, like-minded people who love animals, their people and delivering an excellent, well rounded service.

ARC Values

Our values guide our decisions and make our organization successful.

• We are one team
• We do right by our patients
• We value growth
• We take ownership
• We make referrals easy

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to make an impact in a purpose-driven, animal-loving workplace? We’re seeking a confident and capable HR Advisor to join our friendly vet clinic team in Albany, Auckland on a fixed-term contract.

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in supporting our HR systems and processes and ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations in a busy and rewarding environment.

We are implementing a new HRIS from February 2026 and we need a clever and experienced HR Advisor who is keen to partner with the People & Culture Manager to make this transition a success.

Key Responsibilities

Why Join Us?

Working with us means joining a team that cares deeply about animals and people. We offer a supportive environment, a chance to make a real difference, and the opportunity to support ARC Vets – providing a positive experience for our people, our clients and patients.

If you’re a clever and experienced HR professional who loves helping teams thrive—and who’s keen to support a clinic that makes a meaningful impact every day we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

Experience in rostering, payroll and HRIS.

Detailed and high level of accuracy

High integrity, caring but balanced with accomplishing tasks.

Strong empathy that underpins every aspect of the approach to your role and situations.

Patient and resilient

Ability to function and contribute to a team environment.

Professional presentation and attitude.

Ability to maintain focus while working individually.

Knowledge and ability to use technology effectively including internal systems, Microsoft office applications, etc.

Common sense approach, ability to relate to different ages, ethnicities, backgrounds, personalities.

You must have legal rights to work in New Zealand, no conditions

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