Talent’s client is establishing a new AI Adoption workstream to accelerate the safe, ethical, and people-centred use of AI across a large, complex organisation. This is a high-visibility initiative focused on helping business teams identify where AI can deliver genuine value and supporting those opportunities through discovery, prioritisation, and early delivery.

This role suits a flexible, adaptive Project Manager who has hands-on experience delivering AI adoption initiatives and is comfortable operating across both business and technology environments, bringing structure and momentum to a fast-moving, evolving programme of work.

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The Role

As Project Manager for the AI Adoption workstream, you’ll work closely with a cross-functional AI Working Group, senior business stakeholders, and technology teams to shape and progress AI opportunities across the organisation.

This is not an AI engineering role. However, practical experience working on AI adoption programmes is essential. The focus is on discovery, coordination, and enablement, helping teams move from early ideas and experimentation toward clear, prioritised, and deliverable outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities

AI Discovery & Process Definition

• Work with business units to document, map, and structure current-state processes

• Apply AI adoption experience to help identify where AI can deliver meaningful business value

Opportunity Enablement

• Lead and support early-stage AI opportunity discovery, problem definition, and benefits articulation

• Prepare AI opportunity assessments and documentation to support prioritisation and investment decisions

Delivery Coordination

• Manage multiple AI-related streams of work concurrently within a dynamic adoption programme

• Coordinate and facilitate workshops (discovery, design, execution) across business and technology teams

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong working relationships across a wide range of business and technical stakeholders

• Communicate progress, risks, dependencies, and decisions clearly and pragmatically

AI Capability Enablement

• Contribute directly to organisation-wide AI capability uplift

• Support new ways of working using tools such as Microsoft Copilot or comparable AI platforms

• Help transition AI initiatives from experimentation into tangible, production-ready business outcomes

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What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Project Manager (or Senior PM) delivering AI adoption or AI enablement initiatives

• Demonstrated experience working in environments introducing AI into business processes or ways of working

• Comfortable operating across both business and technology teams

• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Confidence navigating ambiguity and helping teams bring clarity to first-time AI initiatives

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining focus on outcomes

• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI platforms, or enterprise AI tooling is highly desirable

• A strong human-centred mindset aligned to safe, ethical, people-first AI adoption

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Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working model, ideally 2-3 days per week in the office

• Standard business hours with a flexible, outcome-focused working style

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Why Apply?

• Opportunity to play a key role in one of the organisation’s foundational AI adoption programmes

• Meaningful exposure to enterprise-scale AI capability uplift and modern delivery practices

• A chance to contribute to a strategic, executive-backed initiative shaping how AI is used across the organisation

Opportunity knocks…

We’re recruiting a Business Analyst to join our government client on a permanent basis. You’ll be working in a highly collaborative environment, contributing to large-scale initiatives across data, systems, and digital transformation.

Why you’re special…

• You’re a Business Analyst with 3-5 years’ experience (this is not a senior role), bringing strong documentation and process-mapping skills, plus a genuine ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• You communicate clearly, collaborate naturally, and build trusted relationships across technical and non-technical teams.
• You have delivered data-centric projects, including data warehouse implementations, migrations, integrations, or privacy and compliance initiatives.
• You’ve contributed to complex, enterprise-scale projects, including ERP or CRM implementations, cross-platform integrations, or large web projects (new builds or major enhancements).
• Bonus points if you’ve worked with Salesforce.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a purpose-led organisation with a diverse and active project pipeline.
• Auckland CBD location.
• Supportive, close-knit team environment.
• Permanent opportunity.

Please apply now to register your interest.

We are only able to consider candidates with relevant NZ work rights who are currently based in New Zealand.

As Manager Rail Investigations you’ll play a vital role in the rail safety system by supporting the Chief Investigator of Accidents in ensuring your team delivers robust, high quality rail accident investigations.

About the organisation

TAIC is an independent Crown entity that supports the Transport Accident Investigation Commission to determine the circumstances and causes of transport accidents and incidents in order to avoid similar occurrences.

Skilled investigators, led by an Investigator in Charge, investigate and analyse the circumstances of significant air, maritime, and rail occurrences. They support the Commission to consider the facts, and make findings and recommendations to improve transport safety, rather than to ascribe blame.

The Commission’s vision is ‘no repeat accidents – ever!’

The role

You’ll lead a team of skilled rail accident investigators, provide people and technical leadership, management and direction.

You will proactively manage the investigation work flow, build effective and enduring relationships with stakeholders and agencies both locally and internationally, and provide an excellent level of quality assurance to ensure robust, timely, high quality rail accident investigation reports are submitted to the Commission.

There may be times when you are deployed to accident sites so a high level of health and fitness, and the ability to travel, is required. The role is based in central Wellington.

Skills and experiences

Core to this role is management and leadership of the team’s rail accident investigative function and outputs – so our ideal candidate will have:

• outstanding writing and review abilities – able to guide, review, and stand behind high quality Commission-ready investigation reports
• excellent project and workflow management skills and experience
• inspiring and results driven leadership
• modal transport experience
• excellent communication skills and competence presenting in a quasi-judicial setting
• outstanding relationship management skills and able to build strong and enduring relationships with a range of domestic and international stakeholders
• safety investigation and quality assurance experience
• a very high level of attention to detail.

Ideally you’ll hold a tertiary/professional management, investigation and/or transport mode qualification.

In return, this role represents an excellent career opportunity to bring the combination of your strong people leadership, communication, transport, and results focused capabilities to this key role that aspires to no repeat accidents in New Zealand’s rail sector.

If this sounds like the role you’ve been waiting for, don’t delay and apply now. For a detailed job description or more information, please contact Jacaleen Williams at Talent International on 021 732 996.

Please note, applicants must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

Applications close 12 February 2026.

Overview:

Join a leading financial services organization as a Data Engineer.

Based in Auckland this forward-thinking company is on a mission to redefine excellence in through innovative technology and exceptional service.

In this pivotal role, you will design, build, and operate reliable data ingestion and transformation pipelines in Azure Databricks, playing a crucial role in delivering actionable insights and high-priority business metrics. If you’re passionate about data quality and operational resilience, and ready to contribute to their Data and AI strategy, we want to hear from you!

Required Skills:

• Proven experience with Azure Databricks, Spark, Python, and SQL.
• Strong understanding of medallion architecture and practical ELT patterns.
• Familiarity with data quality monitoring and the lifecycle of Databricks SQL alerts.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors to resolve data-related issues.
• Excellent documentation skills for pipelines, runbooks, and change records.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting.
• Background in agile project methodologies.
• Knowledge of data governance and compliance best practices.
• A proactive mindset in managing risks and escalating issues as necessary.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in data engineering or a related discipline.

If you are ready to embrace the challenge of transforming data into high-quality insights for clients and stakeholders, apply with an updated CV.

** Please note that applications will not be actioned until the new year, have a safe and happy holiday. **

Join our client, a boutique financial services organisation committed to excellence and innovation.
As the Enterprise Architect in this newly created position, you will play a critical role in shaping the strategic architectural direction of their IT landscape.
With a focus on governance and a clear conceptual road map, you will ensure that technology decisions are seamlessly aligned with business strategy, paving the way for scalability, resilience, and unparalleled innovation.
Engage with stakeholders, transform complex ideas into actionable insights, and drive the adoption of modern architecture practices as you elevate the client’s brand to new heights.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in enterprise or solution architecture roles (10+ years), with a minimum of 5 years in a senior capacity.
• Deep understanding of EA frameworks such as TOGAF and Zachman, along with modelling tools like Sparx EA.
• Expertise across business, application, data, and technology architecture domains.
• Ability to produce high-level conceptual and executive-level artefacts (e.g., roadmaps, capability maps).
• Strong governance design, risk management, and integration of architecture into delivery processes.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and adept at influencing at the C-suite level.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, integration patterns, security protocols, and emerging tech trends.
• Familiarity with AI technologies and modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, API-first).
• Advanced communication skills in preparing executive-friendly materials and facilitating workshops.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; a Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF) is a plus.
• Extensive experience in roles involving strategic architecture planning and implementation.

This is a unique opportunity to really shape the future here. You will work with an exceptional group of people on an amazing journey.

Apply to JP Browne for a confidential chat.

Please note, you will need to be base in New Zealand with a valid work visa to be considered for this opportunity.

Opportunity knocks:

We’re on the hunt for a talented Data Engineer to join our client on an exciting 6-month contract! In this role, you’ll dive into BAU work, design efficient data pipelines, and lead the way in migrating to new platforms. If you’re passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive business insights and ready for a thrilling new challenge, we want to hear from you!

About You:

* Proficiency in Microsoft technologies, including SSIS, SQL, and Power BI
* 3-5 years of hands-on experience as a Data Engineer
* A quick learner who adapts effortlessly to existing systems and processes
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have Skills:

* Experience in regulated or ennterprise-scale environments
* Familiarity with data migration best practices and methodologies

If this role sounds like YOU, don’t wait! Hit APPLY and share your CV with us and let’s get chatting!

Overview

Our client is not just a financial services organization; they’re a team of innovators dedicated to reshaping the industry landscape. They’re on an ambitious growth trajectory and are seeking a Senior Project Manager who will play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives and transformation projects that propel them forward. You will spearhead the end-to-end delivery of projects that align with their strategic objectives and deliver tangible business value. If you’re a seasoned project manager with a passion for innovation and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience in end-to-end project management, delivering multiple projects simultaneously, including those with budgets around $1M, specifically within a financial services environment.
• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills to define project scope, objectives, and success metrics.
• Proven ability to manage projects across various domains such as digital customer platforms, new product launches, and operational improvements within the financial services sector.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams and leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, PRINCE2) and practical experience in applying them.
• Financial and commercial acumen for managing project budgets and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.

Also Required:

• Familiarity with project portfolio management practices.
• Experience presenting project updates to leadership with concise and impactful insights.
• Capability to mentor junior project managers or coordinators in effective delivery approaches.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance, Technology, Project Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum Master) are highly desirable.

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to adapt to changing project scopes and organisational priorities.
• Willingness to manage external vendors and partners while overseeing vendor performance.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of our client’s exciting journey to redefine the financial services landscape, we invite you to apply now and become a key player in their transformation!

You will need to be New Zealand based with a valid work visa to be considered for this role.

• Systems Admin – intermediate skills
• CBD bases offices – hybrid working -2 days in the office
• Mix of Windows and Linux admin

Opportunity knocks… ?

We’re looking for a versatile Systems Administrator to join a collaborative IT infrastructure team and support multiple disciplines. This isn’t a specialist-only role – it’s a hands-on, generalist position where you’ll be supporting Windows, Linux, virtualisation, and storage and occasional projects.
If you’re a flexible IT professional who enjoys learning on the job, working across technologies, and supporting a mixed NZ and offshore team, this is your chance to step into a varied, high-impact role.

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The inside word… ?

• Hands-on generalist infrastructure role supporting Windows, Linux, VMware, and storage concepts
• Mostly BAU operational support, with occasional project work
• Work alongside a mixed NZ + offshore team, gaining exposure to multiple disciplines
• Hybrid working – currently 2 days per week in the office

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You’re a legend because… ?

• You bring a generalist systems/infrastructure background (not siloed)
• You have Windows or Linux admin experience (either is acceptable)
• You have some virtualisation knowledge (VMware preferred)
• Comfortable in a support/admin blend (Level 2 )
• You’re willing to learn and be trained as needed

Bonus points for:

• Any VMware exposure, even limited
• Basic storage knowledge
• Ability to work autonomously when required

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What’s in it for you? ?

• Exposure to a broad range of infrastructure disciplines in a supportive team
• Hands-on experience across Windows, Linux, VMware, and storage concepts
• A mix of BAU support and project work
• Auckland-based hybrid working with flexible options
• On-call role with structured support and mentorship

• Newly created Service Management roles

• Permanent

• Hybrid working – 2 days in CBD offices

Opportunity knocks… ?

We’re looking for an experienced Service Operations Specialist to join a mature IT environment and take ownership of incident, problem, and change management, with a strong focus on major incident leadership.

This is not a technical engineering role – it’s a hands-on ITSM / service operations position where you’ll sit at the centre of service stability, run major incident bridges, and ensure clear, confident communication between engineering teams and the business.

If you’re an all-round service operations professional who thrives under pressure and brings structure to complexity, this is a role where you can make real impact.

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The inside word… ?

• Service operations / ITSM role (not engineering)
• Strong focus on incident management and major incidents
• You’ll run bridges, coordinate engineers, and drive stakeholder communications
• Emphasis on process discipline and operational maturity
• Opportunity to influence service reporting, insights, and continuous improvement
• Hybrid working model – currently 2 days per week in the office

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You’re a legend because… ?

• You bring strong, hands-on experience across incident, problem, and change management
• You’re confident leading major incidents, running bridges, and managing live communications
• You can translate technical updates into clear, business-friendly language
• You build trust with both technical teams and senior business stakeholders
• You hold ITIL certification (Foundation or higher) – essential
• You’re experienced and operationally confident (this is not an entry-level role)

Bonus points for:

• Knowledge management exposure
• Experience working with global teams or across time zones
• Familiarity with Jira or other ITSM tools
• Experience producing service reports and communicating trends and metrics ?

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What’s in it for you? ?

• A high-impact role at the heart of service stability
• Strong visibility across technology and business teams
• Ownership of major incident leadership and ITSM processes
• Opportunity to shape reporting, insights, and continuous improvement
• Auckland-based hybrid working with flexibility

Talent has partnered with Wellington Water to build a team for a key programme of work that will ensure the technology systems underpinning the delivery of water services are primed for the future.

We’re looking for a person that’s passionate about being part of a team that delivers essential services to our communities. You’ll enjoy a workplace with inclusivity at its core and in a team united by passion and dedication, fostering a shared care for water and community.

The Opportunity

Integral to this work and the team is the Senior Programme Coordinator whose purpose is to lead and enhance the coordination services that support the IT transformation programme.

This is a fixed-term position and you’ll work closely with the Programme Manager, Delivery Leads, Business Leaders and external suppliers.

In this role you’ll:

• help to set up or refine systems and processes to support the overall success of the programme delivery
• assist in the development of programme reporting tools and take ownership of ongoing reporting coordination
• proactively establish, maintain, and monitor programme forecasts and budgets and identify and advise on risks to support seamless delivery
• foster and drive ongoing positive communication within the team, across the wider organisation, and with key stakeholders to help take people on the journey of change
• provide general team coordination and administrative support.

About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• a senior level of experience in programme coordination, with evidence of supporting complex and/or large IT projects/programmes of work
• exceptional relationship management and communications skills – you can effortlessly read the room, build trust and bring people on a journey
• strong numerical skills, with evidence of managing budgets, forecasts, financial analysis and financial account administration
• a proactive, can-do approach, with the ability and confidence to advise on any issues at any level
• an organisational extraordinaire with very strong attention to detail
• confidence with the MS suite, Confluence and Jira.

For you no tasks are too big or too small – from administrative support to budget oversight and implementing new systems. You excel at multitasking, anticipate need, and thrive in both ambiguity and results orientations.

Benefits

Wellington Water’s purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; they foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. Wellington Water genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

You’ll enjoy benefits including:

• Hybrid working arrangements
• A comprehensive wellbeing programme, which includes a range of health benefits, discounted medical insurance and a paid wellbeing day
• Formal and informal professional development opportunities
• One paid day a year to participate in voluntary work on a water-related activity

About Water Wellington

Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Their job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. They’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.

The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at their organisational heart. Their people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in their values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.

To apply for the role, click the APPLY button now!

Applications close 30 January 2026, and may be reviewed through the advertising period. For more information or a detailed job description please contact Jacaleen Williams at Talent International on 021 732 996.

Excited by this opportunity? We’d love to hear from you-apply today!

Applicants must have the legal right to work and live in New Zealand.

About the role

This role suits an analyst ready to step up – taking responsibility for investigations, supporting response coordination, and contributing to SOC maturity.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead investigation of security alerts and incidents
• Coordinate and support incident response
• Identify gaps and improvements in detection and response
• Contribute to playbooks and continuous improvement
• Support on-call operations

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a SOC role
• Strong incident investigation and response capability
• Experience with SIEM, EDR and cloud platforms
• Clear communicator who works well across teams and is highly adaptable