People & Culture Coordinator – HR Support

About the role

Our client is looking for a People & Culture Coordinator to act as the central connector for HR operations. You will support the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth onboarding, off‑boarding and day‑to‑day HR processes while fostering a thriving workplace culture.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the internal HR helpdesk inbox, responding to or triaging staff queries promptly.
• Draft, review and coordinate employment documentation, formal communications and letters with accuracy.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records in the HR information system (HRIS) and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Facilitate end‑to‑end onboarding and off‑boarding processes for new hires and departing employees.
• Collaborate with the wider People team to input payroll‑related transactions and new starter variations for fortnightly payroll runs.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification or hands‑on experience in a generalist HR support or coordination role.
• Solid understanding of foundational HR practices and New Zealand employment legislation.
• Exceptional organisational ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Comfort and respect for multicultural workplace practices and language protocols.
• Valid right to work in New Zealand.

Required skills

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using HR information systems (HRIS).

What we offer

• 5 weeks of annual leave.
• A collaborative, down‑to‑earth team culture that values knowledge sharing and a good laugh.
• Purpose‑driven work contributing to a meaningful wider mission.