HR Business Partner

About the role

The HR Business Partner will join the HR Advisory Team within the People & Capability function of Hutt City Council. Working closely with senior leaders of the Neighbourhood & Community portfolio, you will help deliver business objectives and embed HR strategies across the full employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to translate strategic goals into HR actions.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, and performance management.
• Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues and people processes.
• Drive initiatives that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and a positive workplace culture.
• Collaborate with community facilities teams, including pools, hubs and museums, to align HR practices with service delivery.

Required profile

• Proactive, people‑centric mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to anticipate needs and address challenges.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities, comfortable engaging at all organisational levels.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive work environment.

Required skills

• Knowledge of the full employee lifecycle (recruitment, talent development, employee relations).
• Understanding of HR policies, employment legislation and best practices.

What we offer

• Flexible working options and wellbeing benefits.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community‑focused organisation.
• Access to a total rewards package detailed on the council’s careers site.