Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.
The Intelligence Community Shared Services support the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) | Te Tira Tiaki and the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) | Te Pā Whakamarumaru in the achievement of individual and joint agency strategic and operational outcomes.
Does an organisational purpose that is centred on helping to keep New Zealand and New Zealanders safe and secure excite you? It's a workplace unlike any other in the country - ordinary people doing beyond ordinary things.
We're on the lookout for a Senior HR Advisor who wants to make a real impact in our unique environment - one that combines fascinating subject matter, fast-paced setting and plenty of variety. If you are adaptable, people-focused and thrive on a challenge, this could be your perfect next move.
About the role
This is more than just an advisory role. You'll be a trusted partner in HR excellence, utilising your insight and experience to support managers and leaders at all levels, across the full range of HR functions. From providing tailored advice and support on HR policies and practices, organisation change management, employee engagement, employment relations and performance management - your work will be varied, meaningful and valued. Our HR team is seen as a true partner and we are proud of the difference we make.
You'll also play a key part in developing and mentoring others in the team, helping build capability and confidence around you.
You'll be joining a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You will be a key part of our supportive team that works hard, genuinely values your input, and celebrates success together.
Why work for us
Alongside getting to work with our talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include:
- Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages
- Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver
- Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave
- Childcare allowance for your preschoolers
- Onsite free gym
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community
- Great work-life balance
Who we're looking for
We are looking for someone who is adaptable, solutions focused and not afraid to roll up their sleeves when needed. You will work brilliantly as part of a team but also take ownership and drive things forward independently.
Ideally you will have:
- Broad experience in providing generalist HR advisory services in a medium sized organisation, preferably within the NZ public sector.
- Experience in change management, employee relations and supporting performance management.
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and influence across all levels of an organisation.
- High level of resilience with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Effective coaching skills and a passion for mentoring others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
If you're passionate about making your mark in HR, come and be part of our journey with us!
Before you apply
Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.
You must:
- Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years
OR
Hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years
- Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance
- Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.
We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting
The appointment range for this role is $103,009 - $109,876.