Senior People & Culture Advisor (Employment Relations Advisor) at Summerset

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employment Relations, HR Disciplines, Leadership Capability Building, Workforce Planning, Organisational Change, Culture Embedding, Business Partnering, Data Analysis, Performance Management, Remuneration Processes, HRIS Systems, Strategic Thinking, Business Acumen, Relationship Building, Influence, Problem Solving

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. About the role: As a Senior P&C Advisor, you’ll be a trusted partner to our leaders, providing advice across the full spectrum of HR disciplines, with a strong focus on Employment Relations. You’ll be part of a team that’s got your back, celebrates wins, learns from challenges, and genuinely enjoys working side by side to create something great while supporting our workforce of over 3000 staff! This role will be based in Wellington at our office in the Majestic Centre. 32 hours per week or full time will be considered for this position. Your day-to-day will include: Providing fair, consistent, and strategic ER advice to leaders, supporting them in managing complex employee relations matters. Building leadership capability and driving strategic workforce planning. Supporting organisational change initiatives and embedding our culture, values, and EVP. Partnering with the business, understanding the challenges and opportunities within your portfolio, and using engagement, turnover, recruitment and other key data to drive insights and support decision making. Utilising systems to drive ongoing improvements across all processes. Leading performance and remuneration processes for your portfolio. About You: You’ll be a generalist Senior P&C Advisor with experience and confidence in managing complex employment relations matters. You’ll Also Bring: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a generalist P&C role, with depth in at least one specialist area. Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence across all levels of the business. Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and a proactive mindset. Experience in using HRIS systems, data analysis, and reporting. A collaborative, curious, and solutions-focused approach. A relevant tertiary qualification in HR, Business, or a related field. Why Summerset: At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include: Flexible working hours including two work from home days Free Southern Cross health insurance (covering up to 75% of charges for GPs, dentists, physios and more) Professional development and career progression opportunities tailored to you Birthday Leave Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on the 14th of March. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! Employee Type: Permanent Work Location: Auckland Office

Responsibilities

The Senior People & Culture Advisor will act as a trusted partner to leaders, providing strategic advice across HR disciplines with a strong emphasis on managing complex employee relations matters. Key duties include building leadership capability, supporting organizational change, driving workforce planning, and utilizing data to inform business decisions.