We're on the hunt for HR Generalists as we have a number of clients with opportunities across Hamilton. These roles are ideal for emerging HR professionals who are looking to grow their capability, gain broad exposure, and be part of fast-paced, people-focused environments.
These roles offer broad exposure across the full employee lifecycle, with a strong hands-on focus on recruitment and day-to-day HR advisory support.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll be a trusted support to leaders across the business, getting involved in a wide range of HR activities, including:
- End-to-end recruitment – from attraction and sourcing through to onboarding
- Providing practical, timely HR advice to managers
- Supporting performance management and employee relations processes
- Assisting with HR projects and process improvements
- Contributing to a positive and engaged workplace culture
We want someone who brings energy, enthusiasm, and at least 2-3 years’ experience in HR. You’ll be someone who enjoys being in the action, building relationships, and finding solutions. Alongside this, you’ll have:
- 2–3 years’ experience in an HR role (generalist exposure preferred)
- Strong recruitment experience and confidence managing the full process
- A solid understanding of NZ employment legislation
- Excellent communication skills and a pragmatic, down-to-earth approach
- Resilience, adaptability, and plenty of energy
What’s in it for you?
These roles offer the chance to step into organisations where you’ll be trusted to contribute, supported to grow, and exposed to a wide range of HR experiences. Whether you’re looking to step up or broaden your generalist capability, we can help match you with the right opportunity.
Skills Required
- 2-3 years' experience in an HR role (generalist exposure preferred)
- Strong recruitment experience managing the full process
- Solid understanding of NZ employment legislation
- Excellent communication skills
- Resilience, adaptability, and plenty of energy
What We Do
HR Connect is a boutique HR consulting firm and staffing consultancy that provides services such as recruitment, HR business partnering, outplacement, and talent management, aiming to help businesses maximize their human capital and navigate HR complexities.







