HR Advisor

About Us

Do you enjoy irresistible comfort food? At Patties Food Group, we're proud to be behind some of Australia and New Zealand's most loved brands - Four'N Twenty, Nanna's, Leader, Patties, Herbert Adams, and On the Menu.

With a reputation built on quality, trust, and great taste, we're one of the most recognised manufacturers, suppliers, and marketers of frozen savoury, meal, and dessert products. Guided by our values of Courage, Ownership, Integrity, and Trust, we're committed to delivering great products and a great workplace.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join our Auckland team on a 9-month fixed-term contract to cover parental leavestarting in November

Reporting to the NZ General Manager, you'll provide trusted HR advice and support across the employee lifecycle, while also contributing to group-wide projects and initiatives. This is a true generalist role where you'll have the opportunity to partner with senior leaders, influence outcomes, and make a meaningful impact during your time with us.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle — recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, remuneration, engagement, and exits.
• Coordinate payroll in partnership with providers and ensure HR frameworks are in place.
• Lead and optimise HRIS processes, ensuring accurate data, compliance, and training.
• Drive workforce planning, succession, and change initiatives to align with business goals.
• Partner with OH&S to support health, safety, and wellbeing programs.
• Provide expert advice to managers, coach leaders, manage investigations, and ensure compliance with NZ employment law.
• Support the senior leadership team with insights and HR strategies that enhance engagement, culture, and performance.

About You

• Proven HR generalist experience in New Zealand.
• Strong knowledge of NZ employment law, employee relations, and HR best practice.
• Experience in HR systems and processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, proactively getting out and meeting our people.
• Ability to balance day-to-day delivery with longer-term initiatives.
• Practical, collaborative, and able to build trust quickly.

What We Offer 

At Patties Food Group, we're passionate about our people, brands, and culture. As part of our team, you'll enjoy. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive environment where all employees are treated fairly and with respect.

As a member of the Patties Food Group team, you will have access to:

• Generous employee benefits that complement a positive work/life balance
• Take-home products for you and your family to enjoy.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, supportive parental leave options, and multiple social and engagement activities.