Human Resources Advisor - New Zealand

Description

People & Culture Advisor – New Zealand

Location : Auckland, New Zealand (Hybrid : 4 days in-office)

At VetPartners, we pride ourselves on delivering shared services support that drives success for our veterinary clinics. This role features a hybrid work arrangement, with four days in the office to promote collaboration, build strong connections, and enhance team engagement, and will directly support our mission of delivering exceptional veterinary care by ensuring all activity aligns with New Zealand employment legislation and VetPartners’ values.

Join us as our People & Culture Advisor – New Zealand , where you'll be the go-to person for all people-related matters across our NZ operations. Reporting to the Australia-based People & Culture Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in shaping a positive workplace experience.

You’ll provide expert guidance to managers and team members on workplace policies, employment legislation, and best-practice approaches—ensuring consistency, compliance, and a thriving team culture.

Collaborating closely with our People & Culture Business Partners, Payroll, and the wider Australia–NZ team, you’ll help drive initiatives that elevate employee engagement, strengthen compliance, and foster organisational wellbeing.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Act as the frontline of People & Culture support for VetPartners NZ : respond to employee queries, interpret policies, and advise on day-to-day people matters
• Support leaders in managing employee relations, including performance conversations and issue resolution
• Assist in programs related to learning & development, employee engagement, well-being, and diversity & inclusion
• Partner with Payroll, Safety, Talent Acquisition, and other functions to ensure smooth people operations across the business

What We're Looking For :

Why Join VetPartners?

Ready to help us build a better future for our people? Click the Apply button to submit your resume and a cover letter.

VetPartners is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, diverse, and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

A note to recruitment agencies :  We are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies.  We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.  No agencies required.