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Are you an experienced and well-rounded HR generalist who thrives in fast-paced, people-focused environments? Happy Hire is looking for a capable and strategic HR Manager to lead all aspects of human resources across its expanding national operations.

About the Role
Reporting directly to the Senior Leadership Team, this is an HR role with scope to shape people strategy across a growing, multi-branch business. You’ll be responsible for recruitment, onboarding, performance management, policy, compliance, culture, and employee wellbeing – all while supporting branch managers and teams across New Zealand.

This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in a hands-on, high-trust environment where people are at the centre of success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the primary HR advisor to the Senior Leadership Team
• Developing and updating HR policies aligned with best practices
• Leading end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and employee integration
• Designing and managing performance review and training systems
• Managing HR documentation, contracts, and records
• Driving culture and employee engagement across dispersed teams
• Leading internal communications and wellbeing initiatives
• Handling employment relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years’ experience in a senior HR generalist role
• In-depth understanding of NZ employment legislation and HR best practice
• Experience in small or startup-style environments with varied responsibilities
• Confidence in policy development, change management and team support
• A hands-on, people-first mindset with excellent communication skills
• High levels of discretion, initiative, and cultural awareness
• A tertiary qualification in HR, business, or a related discipline

  
Why Join Us?

At Happy Hire, we support events, moments and milestones across New Zealand. As HR Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the people and culture behind that success. You’ll work closely with a supportive leadership team, enjoy variety and autonomy in your day, and have the opportunity to build a function that grows with the business.

Rothley Partners is managing this recruitment on behalf of Happy Hire.

Please apply through Seek, or for more information email info@rothley.co.nz.

Applications close Thursday 4th September 2025.

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