People & Culture Coordinator (Fixed-Term)

About the role

Join Stats NZ as a People & Culture Coordinator on a fixed‑term contract until August 2027. Based in Wellington, you will sit at the centre of a fast‑paced HR function, coordinating advisory, recruitment and payroll activities while enhancing the employee experience.

Key responsibilities

• Provide seamless coordination across HR advisory, recruitment and payroll processes.
• Lead position management and administer HR tools such as SharePoint.
• Act as the first point of contact for People & Culture enquiries, connecting staff with the right information and support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas to refine HR processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation, proof‑read communications and ensure clear, engaging outputs.

Required profile

• Proven HR and recruitment coordination experience in a busy environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to learn additional tools (OneNote, Planner, Teams, Bookings).
• Strong attention to detail and experience creating clear communications.
• Agile mindset, comfortable working in both structured and unstructured settings.
• Confidence navigating ambiguity and change while maintaining momentum.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft OneNote
• Microsoft Planner
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Bookings
• SharePoint