Human Resources Jobs
About the Human Resources Industry in New Zealand
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Human Resources (HR) professionals make decisions regarding the management of people, talent and culture within an organization. This includes the recruitment and selection of staff, maintaining their physical safety and wellbeing, addressing employment relations, organisational development, using human resource management information systems (HRMIS), focusing on remuneration and rewards, and driving learning and development within the organization.
The number of people employed in the broader category ‘Human resource and training professionals’ in New Zealand grew between 2006 and 2013, and employment numbers are projected to continue to grow quite quickly until 2026.
Demand for Human Resource Professionals
There is strong competition for generalist and entry-level jobs. On the other hand, HR practitioners with experience and expertise in internal recruitment, change management, learning and development, culture and diversity management, remuneration and rewards, and employment relations are in high demand for both permanent and contract positions.
Any organisation that has employees will require human resource management. Some companies have entire departments dedicated to these roles, while some employ HR professionals and contractors to call upon as and when required. A person or people skilled in HR is integral to the smooth running of a business.
Skills Employers Look for:
Communication skills
Relationship building skills, including employee relations
Business management ability
Ability with Microsoft Excel
The salary range for an HR practitioner starts at around $49,000 for new graduates, and can go to about $150,000 for senior roles (such as HR general managers).
In 2017, the average income for HR professionals was estimated to be around $84,400.
Related Roles:
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Compensation and Benefits / Rewards Manager
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Counsellor
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Employee Relations Adviser/Manager
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Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager
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Human Resources Adviser
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Learning and Development Adviser/Manager
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Payroll Manager
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Personnel Officer
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Recruitment Consultant
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Workplace Relations Adviser
On the Skill Shortage List for Visa Applicants:
HR professionals are not on Immigration New Zealand's skill shortage lists.
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Senior HR Advisor
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Posted on 23/12/2025
About the Company: I have a number of clients looking for Senior HR Advisors to join their teams and I believe there will be more coming in the weeks ahead. They just keep rolling in the door right now! With a variety of organisations, team structure…..
Recruiter - Delivery & Support Focus
City:
Bay of Plenty
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
Recruiter - Delivery & Support Focus
Tauranga
We're looking for a Recruiter to join our team, supporting recruitment delivery across trades and technical (temp and perm), professional services, international recruitment, and senior or high-level roles.
This role has a stronger focus on recruitment delivery, candidate management, and administration, with some client interaction as part of the process. It's well suited to someone who enjoys the operational side of recruitment and keeping things
Workforce Planner
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
Be the person who keeps the workforce moving!
If you enjoy the fast pace of labour hire and blue-collar resourcing, and you are ready to step into a role with wider operational influence, this is a strong next step. This position suits someone who understands the rhythm of construction delivery and can balance planning, relationships and compliance with confidence.
This is a national role that links project teams, labour partners and internal leaders. You will help shape how labour is sourced,
Recruitment Consultant
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
Recruitment Consultant – Christchurch
Ready to build something of your own? Extrastaff Christchurch is on the hunt for a driven, people-foc used Recruitment Consultant to take ownership of a busy 360 temp desk an d help grow our South Island presence.
This is not a desk-warming, 8–5 role. Recruitment never sleeps — and neither does an opportunity.
About the Role
As a Recruitment Consultant at Extrastaff, you’ll be right in the thick of it — driving sales, building long-term relationships, an