Senior Business Partner - People and Culture

Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values - positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond - we're passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.

Our People and Culture team is expanding and we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, driven and passionate Senior Business Partner. This is a newly created permanent full-time position based in Invercargill however we are open to discussions around flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.

As the Senior Business Partner, you will partner with leaders across a diverse portfolio to provide effective, efficient, and professional HR Advisory services. Your ability to gain a deep understanding of how the group you are supporting operates will be second to none, combined with your ability to develop and implement best practice/fit for purpose HR policies, procedures and initiatives, in order to add value and drive organisational performance.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Applying a business partnering approach developing strong, trust-based relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring the People and Culture function supports the organisation and its people effectively.
• Provide expert advice and support across a range of areas, including employment relations, performance management, recruitment, team development, and change management.
• Offering strategic advice on policies and best practices across areas like employment agreements, employee engagement, and performance management.
• Proactively identifying and managing risks, while seeking continuous improvements to people management processes and tools.
• Being at the forefront of shaping and delivering high-quality People and Culture initiatives, ensuring that we continue to build a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
• Being a key partner in change management initiatives, helping our teams navigate transformation with confidence and success.
• Coaching and mentoring the wider People and Culture team.

What you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, related discipline, or significant relevant experience
• A minimum of 7 years demonstrated experience working as a generalist HR practitioner
• Proven knowledge of NZ employment legislation, HR best practice and demonstrated experience managing employment relations processes from start to finish
• Demonstrated experience in change management processes
• Experience in leading policy development
• Ability to coach, and mentor people leaders and other team members to drive performance across an organisation and enhance overall culture in HR practice

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment
• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments e.g. Doctor, bank, dentist

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complimented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home!

For more information please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please do not apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application. Apply online at https://icc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies enter job ref code 6697715

Applications close 10 January 2025. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.