HR Advisor

Are you looking for your next career move in HR?

We have a key full-time permanent role available for an HR Advisor to support Allied Media managers and staff across a wide variety of HR activities.

About Us

Allied Media has been at the heart of New Zealand’s media landscape for over 163 years.  Our mission is to empower and connect the South.  Championing the people, businesses, and ideas that shape our island.

Our Values

Creative – We encourage innovation

Collaborative – We work together

Accountable – We own our actions

About the Role

In this varied HR Advisor role, you will provide practical, timely HR advice to managers and staff across Allied Media. You will support a broad range of people-related activity, including recruitment and onboarding, employment relations, performance processes, policy work, HR reporting, training, and continuous improvement.

You will be a trusted point of support for managers, helping them navigate employment matters confidently and fairly, while ensuring processes are accurate, consistent, and aligned with New Zealand employment requirements.

You Will Bring

You will bring sound HR generalist experience, good knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation, and the confidence to provide clear, practical advice to managers. You will be organised, calm under pressure, and comfortable managing sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.

You will also have strong communication skills, good attention to detail, and a collaborative style that helps build confidence and positive working relationships across the business.

What we Offer

• Flexibility in work hours for the right candidate and supportive work environment

• Opportunities for professional development

• Gain experience in the head office environment of a large and diverse business

• Southern Cross health benefits

More about Allied Media:

As the country’s largest independent media company, we deliver trusted local journalism and engaging content across 24 newspapers, five magazines, major local events, and a growing digital network.  But our strength lies in more than just what we publish it’s in the people behind the scenes.  From journalists and editors to designers, developers, videographers and marketers, our team brings stories, campaigns, and experiences to life across print, digital, and events.  Our flagship print publication, the Otago Daily Times, is New Zealand’s most trusted news brand (AUT’s Trust in News research), and our digital platform, odt.co.nz, continues to reach new heights.  At Allied Media, we’re proud of our deep roots, and we’re just as excited about the future.  Join us and be part of a team that’s keeping the South informed, inspired, and connected.

How to Apply:

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply via SEEK or reach out to Kaz Philip at [email protected]  for more information and a confidential discussion.  Applications close on Friday 18th September, but we will be reviewing applications as we receive them.