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 02/02/2026
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Recruitment Consultant - Invercargill
City:
Otago / Southland
Job Type:
Permanent
Date:
16/02/2026
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Whether you see yourself as an experienced customer-centric recruiter in this field, or perhaps you are looking for a change in career direction; we are in a great place at AWF. We have a suite of clients, all of which
HR Advisor
City:
Wellington
Job Type:
Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
A well‑established, multi‑studio professional services practice is seeking an HR Advisor to work closely with Directors and senior leaders, providing practical, in‑house people advice and operational HR support.
This role has been created as the practice transitions from outsourced HR support to an embedded, trusted internal advisor who can support confident, compliant, and consistent people decisions across the business.
The Role
Working directly with Directors, you will provide day‑to‑day H
Business Development Manager
City:
Otago / Southland
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
OneStaff Queenstown is looking for a Business Development Manager with a strong Business to Business sales background to grow and manage our client base in Queenstown, Wanaka and Central Otago. This is a full-time permanent role for someone who enjoys building relationships and delivering practical workforce solutions. Recruitment experience is a bonus, but a strong network and sales skills are a must.
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