Overview

Join our financial services client on a contract basis as a Senior Design Researcher, where your expertise will inspire transformative user experiences! This role is dedicated to uncovering the behaviours, needs, and motivations of customers. You’ll apply your human-centered design expertise to lead thoughtful research initiatives and translate findings into actionable insights that elevate key projects. As a key driver of collaboration, you’ll engage stakeholders and guide teams through a shared understanding of user perspectives, fostering a culture of design-led innovation and advocacy.

Required Skills

• 5-8 years of experience in leading user experience research projects.
• Strong command of various qualitative and quantitative research methodologies including ethnographic studies, surveys, and analytics.
• Proven ability to synthesize research findings into actionable insights like customer journey maps and personas.
• Exceptional project planning, communication, and presentation skills with a knack for influencing and aligning stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of ethical and inclusive design principles within research.
• A passion for enhancing user experiences and a curiosity about how users interact with products and services.
• Familiarity with current digital trends and consumer technologies.
• Background in collaborating with marketing and product teams to implement user-centric solutions.

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Overview:

Are you ready to influence the digital landscape and craft experiences that resonate with users? As a Senior Experience Designer, you’ll take the lead in shaping exceptional design solutions, blending research insights and market analytics to address user needs effectively. You will play a pivotal role in creating a seamless journey across various channels and services, consistently delivering high-quality design artifacts that align with strategic vision. Join the Customer Experience & Design team, where your expertise in human-centered design and your passion for innovation will help elevate products and delight customers. This is a contract to end of September 2026 working as part of a large transformation within financial services.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in designing and delivering successful digital experiences (web and mobile platforms).
• Strong expertise in user interface design, visual design, prototyping, interaction design, usability testing, and design systems.
• Proficient in applying design thinking methodologies to tackle complex customer and business challenges.
• Exceptional understanding of customer-centric design principles, with a keen interest in enhancing user experiences.
• Excellent project planning, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to advocate for your ideas effectively.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in UX and UI design, with extensive Figma experience.
• Familiarity with inclusive design principles and practices.
• Knowledge of emerging digital trends and technologies.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, particularly in agile environments.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and communicate design decisions clearly.
• Commitment to maintaining quality standards and contributing to the evolution of their design systems.

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Opportunity knocks:

Join a dynamic team at a prominent SaaS organization, where they redefine Employee Success in a rapidly evolving landscape! They are seeking an engaging and experienced Employee Success Advisor. As a vital link to their 200-strong workforce, you’ll partner directly with senior leadership, such as the CEO and Programme Lead, to drive impactful people initiatives and ensure organizational alignment. This is your chance to make an immediate difference in a vibrant, fast-paced environment while enjoying the perfect blend of workplace flexibility-3 days in the office, 2 days from home.

Required Skills:

• 3-4+ years’ experience in an HR Business Partner/Advisor role.
• Proven track record of working effectively with senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to operate with autonomy, show initiative, and navigate a fast-paced work environment.
• Approachable and personable, with a talent for building trust quickly.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in a SaaS or mid-sized organization (100-200 employees).
• Familiarity with organizational change, integrations, or similar organizational transitions.
• Creativity in developing employee engagement and value proposition initiatives.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Previous experience in an integration or organizational change role is highly desirable.

Other Requirements:

• Capability to adapt to a hybrid working model, with a commitment to three days in the office in Auckland CBD.
• The contract duration is 3 months, with the potential to extend or go permanent based on business needs.
• Available Immediately

If you’re excited about driving employee success and ready to take on a challenge in a welcoming and fast-evolving culture, then we would love to hear from you! APPLY now to be part of their journey!

Opportunity knocks:

Our client is looking for an intermediate-level SOC Analyst to join them at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation. In this role, you will take responsibilities for investigations, supporting response coordination, and contributing to SOC maturity. It’s a great opportunity to be part of a newly created, high-performing team while settling into brand-new offices designed to support collaboration and innovation.

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

About you:

• 2-3 years of proven experience in a SOC role
• Strong incident investigation and response capability
• MUST have experience with SIEM, EDR, and cloud platforms
• Clear communicator who works well across teams and is highly adaptable

Next Steps:

If this sounds like you and you’re keen to learn more, we’d love to hear from you – APPLY today with your CV and let’s have a chat!

Please note: Only candidates currently based in New Zealand with valid working eligibility will be considered for this opportunity.

Overview

Our client is a premier boutique investment firm that prides itself on doing things differently. They aren’t interested in being a giant, faceless corporate machine; instead, they focus on delivering a top-tier digital experience for their clients and advisers.
They are looking for a savvy IT Applications Service Delivery Manager to join the inner circle. You’ll be the person ensuring their technology platforms aren’t just “operational,” but truly efficient and aligned with where the business is headed. You’ll be the bridge between high-level strategy and day-to-day execution, leading a talented team and keeping third-party vendors on their toes.

What the Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Owning the Experience: You’ll manage incidents, service requests, and changes, ensuring the business never skips a beat.
• The Connector: You’ll foster genuine collaboration between internal stakeholders and external partners. You’re the glue that keeps the tech ecosystem together.
• Operational Excellence: Using frameworks like ITIL or Agile, you’ll keep the software development lifecycle (SDLC) moving smoothly and predictably.
• People First: You aren’t just a manager; you’re a coach. You’ll lead and mentor an application support team to reach their full potential.
• Resource Savvy: You’ll handle the “nuts and bolts”-managing timelines, budgets, and resource allocations with a steady hand.

What You’ll Bring to the Table

We’re looking for a motivated IT professional who genuinely cares about service excellence.

• The Track Record: Significant experience leading an Application Support team who provide 2nd & 3rd level support.
• Communication is Key: You can translate “tech-speak” for executive-level reporting and build trust across the business.
• The Toolkit: A strong grasp of SDLC, incident management, and modern operational frameworks.
• The “Extra Mile” (Nice to Haves): If you have a background in Funds Management or Financial Services, you’ll hit the ground running. Experience with SaaS platforms, Vendor Management, or Cybersecurity will definitely move you to the top of the pile.

Why This Role?

This is a chance to move away from the “cog in the machine” life. You’ll have a seat at the table in an organisation where your work has a direct, visible impact on the company’s success. If you’re a natural leader who loves solving puzzles and making systems better, you’re going to fit right in.

Ready to make a move?

If you’re ready to help innovate and lead in a high-performing, boutique environment, we want to hear from you. Apply to JP Browne today and let’s get the ball rolling.

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

Salesforce Administrator

Overview:
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a experienced Salesforce Administrator to take ownership of the Salesforce platform for a well-established organisation in New Zealand. This permanent role is based in Auckland CBD and offers a hybrid work model, providing the flexibility of 3 days in the office.

This position is perfect for a proactive problem solver who is eager to configure and enhance the Salesforce platform to drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Platform Ownership: Be the primary administrator for the ANZ Salesforce FSC platform, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Legacy Modernisation: Assess and streamline legacy systems to boost overall efficiency and performance.
• Workflow Design: Create and implement automated workflows that simplify and optimise business processes.
• Security & Governance: Manage user profiles, permissions, sharing rules, and field-level security to protect sensitive information.
• SME Support: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for reporting, data analysis, and business improvement strategies.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: 3-5+ years of Salesforce administration experience, preferably within the financial services or large enterprise sectors.
• Certifications: Salesforce Certified Administrator is essential; advanced certifications such as Advanced Administrator or Platform App Builder are highly regarded.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Flow Builder, data migration tools, and experience in integration processes is a plus.

Nice to Have:

• A background in finance, while not mandatory, is advantageous.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset that fosters innovation and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to take charge of a vital platform and make a significant impact within a thriving organisation, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career!

Salesforce Administrator

Overview:
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a experienced Salesforce Administrator to take ownership of the Salesforce platform for a well-established organisation in New Zealand. This permanent role is based in Auckland CBD and offers a hybrid work model, providing the flexibility of 3 days in the office.

This position is perfect for a proactive problem solver who is eager to configure and enhance the Salesforce platform to drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Platform Ownership: Be the primary administrator for the ANZ Salesforce FSC platform, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Legacy Modernisation: Assess and streamline legacy systems to boost overall efficiency and performance.
• Workflow Design: Create and implement automated workflows that simplify and optimise business processes.
• Security & Governance: Manage user profiles, permissions, sharing rules, and field-level security to protect sensitive information.
• SME Support: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for reporting, data analysis, and business improvement strategies.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: 3-5+ years of Salesforce administration experience, preferably within the financial services or large enterprise sectors.
• Certifications: Salesforce Certified Administrator is essential; advanced certifications such as Advanced Administrator or Platform App Builder are highly regarded.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Flow Builder, data migration tools, and experience in integration processes is a plus.

Nice to Have:

• A background in finance, while not mandatory, is advantageous.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset that fosters innovation and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to take charge of a vital platform and make a significant impact within a thriving organisation, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career!

About the Role

We are seeking a Data Analyst / Data Business Analyst to join our client company on a fixed-term basis.

You will play a key role in improving data consistency, definitions, and usability across the organisation, ensuring data is accurate, reliable, and effectively used across both internal and public-facing platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret business data to identify inconsistencies and improvement opportunities
• Work closely with stakeholders to define and standardise key data concepts (e.g. event definitions and business rules)
• Clean, structure, and align data to ensure accuracy and consistency across systems
• Support data feeding into public-facing platforms and websites
• Act as a bridge between business and technical teams to ensure clear requirements and delivery
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve data quality and governance

About You

You will ideally come from either:

• A Business Analyst background with strong data experience, or
• A Data Analyst background with strong stakeholder engagement skills

You will also bring:

• Experience working with stakeholders to define business rules and data standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to work in complex and ambiguous environments
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A detail-focused mindset with strong attention to data accuracy and consistency

Contact Jenny today for a confidential chat: jenny.nguyen@talentinternational.com

Applicants must be based in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa to be considered for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Opportunity knocks:

Join a prestigious boutique investment management organization as our client’s Cyber Security Lead and play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and resilience of their technology platforms. In this non-operational, leadership-focused position, you will oversee the governance of the security ecosystem and serve as the trusted advisor to the Head of IT Operations, Services & Security, and the Executive Leadership Team. Your strategic oversight will drive compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring that systems are secure, risks are managed, and staff are equipped to face emerging cyber threats. With your expertise, you will help elevate our client’s cyber security initiatives to new heights.

Required Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of cyber security principles, incident response, vendor management, and security governance

• Proven ability to manage complex vendor relationships and oversee managed service providers (MSPs)

• Familiarity with the NIST Cyber Security Framework and its core pillars

• Strong communication and presentation skills to deliver insights to executive leadership

• Experience in developing and coordinating security training programs and tabletop exercises

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate across functions

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with AI security implications and “Security by Design” project approaches

• Knowledge of compliance requirements in the financial services or wealth management sectors

• Familiarity with emerging threat landscapes and innovative security solutions

Preferred Education and Experience:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Risk Management, or Business

• Professional certifications such as CISM, CRISC, or CISSP are highly desirable

• Extensive experience in a cyber security leadership or governance role, ideally within the financial services or wealth management sector

If you are ready to lead our client’s cyber security posture and navigating the complexities of the emerging threat landscape, apply to JP Browne with an updated profile to arrange a confidential conversation.

Overview:

Join a fantastic technology team in the midst of some very exciting technology change!

As a key contributor to our clients growing pipeline of projects, you will collaborate to design and implement robust solutions. We’re looking for a tech-savvy innovator who not only brings technical expertise but also a sense of humour to the table.

This position offers the unique chance to work on cutting-edge technologies within a boutique financial services environment.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in API design and management
• Experience with integrations involving complex systems
• Hands-on skills in React Native for mobile app development and Angular for web app development
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and operate effectively without established frameworks

Nice to Have Skills:

• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and microservices architecture
• Experience in working with Agile methodologies
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle best practices

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in solutions architecture or a similar role
• Strong focus on modern platforms & digital solutions.
• Proven experience with platform integration (Azure ideally)

Other Requirements:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical team members
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities

You will be part of something special, in a team that’s highly collaborative and supportive. If this sounds like you, please apply to JP Browne for a confidential chat.

Delivery Lead – AI & Data Programme

📍 Auckland | Hybrid (2 days CBD)
📅 12-month contract | ASAP start

We’re seeking an experienced Delivery Lead to join a high-impact AI & Data Programme, driving the integration of AI into core business products, decisions, and operations within a large enterprise environment.

This role sits within a platform-focused programme, supporting foundational builds across AWS, Salesforce, and low-code ecosystems, including AI-driven initiatives.

🔧 The Role

You’ll be responsible for leading delivery across multiple streams, ensuring alignment, structure, and momentum across teams working on:

• Cloud platforms (AWS)
• Salesforce and low-code ecosystems
• AI and data-driven initiatives

You’ll operate at a senior level, partnering with stakeholders and leadership to drive outcomes in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Delivery Lead / PM/ Programme Manager/Transformation Lead in complex enterprise environments
• Strong background delivering across cloud (AWS), data, or platform programmes
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across engineering, product, and business units
• Deep understanding of Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, scaled Agile)
• Ability to bring structure, uplift delivery maturity, and drive performance
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and leadership teams

Why This Role

• High-impact programme at the forefront of AI transformation
• Complex, meaningful work with strong business visibility
• Hybrid working model with flexibility

If this sounds like you, please apply with your updated CV or contact Jenny for a confidential chat: jenny.nguyen@talentinternational.com

Note:

• You must be currently based in New Zealand
• You must hold a valid NZ working visa
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For over 30 years Talent has been redefining the contracting experience with industry leading support, exclusive contractor benefits & a world-class digital platform ENGAGE to access it all. Apply today to see how we can elevate your career