Wellington City Wellington br br Principal HR Business Partner Wellington Permanent br br The opportunity br We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Business Partner to join out HR People and Capability Business Group br As Principal Business Partner HR you will be part of a supportive team providing high level trusted expert advice and support to Managers within assigned business groups You will actively contribute to direction setting and achievement of business strategy This is a pivotal and influential role and an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to building your business group s capability br br Key responsibilities include br br br leading substantial HR related initiatives and developing people strategies br providing significant thought leadership in the areas of business strategy workforce strategy people capability including leadership and organisational change br communicating HR s strategy and position on issues with credibility and influence br being the key link between the HR functions and the business to support the development and implementation of the Ministry s and service line organisational strategies and business plans br br What you will bring To be successful in this role you will need br br br high level knowledge of human resource practice and relevant employment legislation br proven ability in the management of HR issues and provision of HR advice and guidance to senior managers br a strong expertise in change management br experience in building strategic relationships and being a credible trusted advisor at a senior leadership level br proven experience in developing implementing and articulating strategic HR and business plans br the ability to articulate the contribution of people plans to strategic business objectives and demonstrate how HR activity can add value to the business performance and outcomes br sound experience in coaching at senior line manager level br br If you are a proven trusted and credible advisor with wide ranging HR experience we want to hear from you br br About our team br Human Resources support the Ministry to have the organisation people and culture to deliver on the Government s outcomes and priorities We provide advice and help to develop effective HR strategies and provide a full suite of HR policies procedures and support to managers and employees We are committed on delivering a quality HR service that meets and responds to our customers changing needs br br About MSD br The Ministry of Social Development MSD is the lead agency for the social sector MSD provides policy advice and delivers social services and assistance to young people working age people older people and families whanau and communities We work directly with New Zealanders of all ages to improve their social wellbeing br br How to apply br To apply click the Apply Now button to upload your CV and cover letter and complete the online application form Note your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process so please highlight how your experience relates to the key accountabilities listed in the position description All applications must be made online If this is not possible or if you have any queries please contact us at Jobs msd govt nz br Applications close 12 April 2020 br Due to the current government lockdown interviews will take place via Skype or phone br As an essential service we are looking for the successful applicant to start as soon as possible however will work to find a mutually suitable start date
