We have a terrific opportunity to join a local government organisation and partner with business units to provide future oriented strategic advice, detailed analysis, reports and guidance.

If you’re a results-driven finance professional with a passion for collaboration and problem-solving, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

This role sits in the Finance group at Palmerston North City Council, and will see you partner with other business groups to provide meaningful advice and assist the teams in their units’ financial wellbeing.

Palmerston North (Palmie) is a vibrant, growing and innovative city and a great place to live and truly enjoy a positive work life balance. Small city benefits, big city ambition!

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate closely with business units to maximise the Finance Unit’s contribution and support strategic goals.
• Provide proactive financial management advice, analysis, and insights to inform decision-making.
• Prepare and interpret monthly reports, including variance analysis, focusing on key drivers affecting performance.
• Develop data analysis to facilitate informed business choices.
• Support managers to understand financial reports and implications
• Assist with budget and forecast preparation, including scenario modelling and analysis.
• Lead process improvements, drive cost models, and identify opportunities to enhance financial performance.

You’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CAANZ or relevant professional membership
• Management accounting or finance business partnering experience
• Proven experience in an advisory function
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel capabilities.
• A positive and engaging approach to working collaboratively

This role presents an excellent opportunity to bring your financial business partnering or management accounting experience to a positive, friendly team, focused on forming true partnerships and providing sound and reliable advice.

This is a full time role from now ’til Christmas, but we will consider part time (30 hour) applications too. If that sounds like you, apply now! Please send your CV and a great cover letter to us before 24 June 2026.

For more information please contact John Keith on 021 205 3252 or Jacaleen Williams on 021 732 996 at Talent International.

• Proficient in Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and Intune
• Experience in application packaging and mobile device management
• Solid understanding of on-premises and online Exchange environments
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (M365) and Power Platforms
• Knowledge of Citrix and Horizon VDI
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Experience with ITIL frameworks
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
• Knowledge of networking concepts and security protocols

Please note: Only candidates based in New Zealand will be considered for this opportunity

Opportunity knocks…

Join a forward-thinking team as a Digital Product Designer and have a direct impact on shaping the future of health technology! This is your chance to lead innovative design initiatives within a SaaS environment.

As a key member of this team, you’ll support discovery activities, transform ambiguous requirements into intuitive user experiences, and craft user journeys that define the next generation of the platform. Your expertise will enable the client to deliver a product that is not just functional, but transformative, leveraging AI, automation, and cutting-edge design practices to create meaningful outcomes.

What makes you special…

• 6-8 years of experience in product design, especially within SaaS environments
• Strong UX research skills, including user interviews and ethnographic research
• Proven ability to lead discovery workshops, stakeholder collaboration, and iterative design processes from concept to launch
• Expertise in wireframing, user flows, and systems thinking
• Proficiency in Figma for UI design and creating component libraries
• Excellent communicator with the ability to articulate and advocate for design decisions to diverse stakeholders
• Experience working collaboratively within cross-functional teams (product, engineering, leadership)

What’s in it for you…

• The opportunity to influence the future of healthcare technology through innovative, user-centred design
• Be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas matter
• Work on products that makes a real difference in the health sector
• Hybrid working setup with two in-office days
• Stay ahead of industry trends and hone your skills in AI, automation, and emerging design practices

If you’re excited to create impactful experiences and want to be part of an innovative team shaping the future of healthcare tech, this is your moment. Apply now!

Please note to be considered for this opportunity you must be living in NZ with valid work rights.

Overview

A well-established, financial services firm with an enterprise-grade operating model and strong reputation in the New Zealand market is investing heavily in business-wide transformation to support its next phase of growth.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager – Transformation Office to lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives across Technology, Operations, and Business/Product teams. This is a high-impact role responsible for driving multiple concurrent projects from discovery through to delivery and benefits realisation, with ownership of governance, budget, risk, and outcomes.

The ideal candidate will bring strong end-to-end delivery experience, confidence working with senior stakeholders, and the ability to operate across both business and technology change in a structured, delivery-focused environment.

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!

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.

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 or Amber Shaw for a confidential chat.

Opportunity knocks…

We’re on the lookout for an experienced IT Business Analyst to join our client’s team and lead a critical operational uplift across their product teams.

If you enjoy bringing structure to complex environments, driving process improvement, and delivering measurable operational outcomes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why you’re special…

• You’re an experienced IT Business Analyst that has SV Security Clearance and a track record of driving operational improvement across enterprise technology environments.
• You bring experience across ITSM, operational governance, SOP development, and service improvement initiatives.
• You’re confident working with technical teams and stakeholders at all levels, facilitating discussions and driving outcomes.
• You have experience with tools such as Cherwell or another ITSM.
• Exposure to infrastructure, cloud, enterprise applications, IDAM, or SRE practices will be highly regarded.

What’s in it for you?

• You’ll have the opportunity to drive meaningful operational change across a large and complex environment.
• You’ll work alongside experienced technical teams and leaders to improve service reliability, governance, and operational maturity.
• You’ll play a key role in establishing sustainable processes and best-practice operational standards across multiple product teams.
• Fortnightly pay.
• A dedicated customer experience lead to guide you throughout your contract and ensure you are part of our IT contractor community.

Please apply now to register interest.

Please note you must have SV security clearance to be eligible for this role.

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Opportunity knocks:

We’re seeking a customer-focused IT Deskside Engineer to join our client on a 6-month contract. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for end users, providing Level 1 and Level 2 Service Desk support in a modern Microsoft end-user computing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 technical support to end users via Service Desk and Deskside support channels
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and user access issues
• Set up, configure and deploy desktops across a larger user environment
• Support and manage end-user devices using Microsoft Intune
• Delivery positive customer experience through clear communication and professional support

About you:

• Proven experience providing Level 1 and Level 2 IT Support in Service Desk or Deskside environments
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Itune and modern endpoint management
• Experience supporting Windows devices and Microsoft 365 environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset

Next Steps:

If you’re ready for your next challenge and have the skills and experience our client is looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Click APPLY now to submit your application.

Please note: Only applications based in this region will be considered for this position.

Opportunity knocks:

We’re seeking a customer-focused IT Deskside Engineer to join our client on a 6-month contract. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for end users, providing Level 1 and Level 2 Service Desk support in a modern Microsoft end-user computing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 technical support to end users via Service Desk and Deskside support channels
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and user access issues
• Set up, configure and deploy desktops across a larger user environment
• Support and manage end-user devices using Microsoft Intune
• Delivery positive customer experience through clear communication and professional support

About you:

• Proven experience providing Level 1 and Level 2 IT Support in Service Desk or Deskside environments
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Itune and modern endpoint management
• Experience supporting Windows devices and Microsoft 365 environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset

Next Steps:

If you’re ready for your next challenge and have the skills and experience our client is looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Click APPLY now to submit your application.

Please note: Only applications based in this region will be considered for this position.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, you will work collaboratively within a team of 13 to lead the Principal Audit Unit. You will be an integral part of a strong, collaborative team culture where “what we do matters.”

You will get to:

· Manage 3 direct reports to deliver high-quality, strategically relevant advisory and internal audit services across the NZDF.

· Coach, develop and mentor others to promote career progression and grow the capability of your team.

· Be an advocate and champion for the internal audit team; promoting their role as trusted advisors who partner for success and continuous improvement.

· Champion hybrid ways of working that promote a flexible, agile approach to work.

Your work will touch on many aspects of what the NZDF is about – from camps and bases, overseas posts, governance systems, through to the provisioning of health services, and the management of complex logistical and supply chain arrangements.

This role is based in Wellington CBD. Once you have settled in and built a high performing team, which provides quality service to the NZDF, flexible working options are negotiable.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

We are seeking a highly experienced audit professional who is an inspirational and dedicated leader.

You will bring:

· Senior level experience in an audit/assurance or business advisory role.

· Polished project management skills with a proven ability to manage and deliver concurrent projects and challenges.

· Excellent communication skills, second to none, with an ability to work with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

· An ability to deliver meaningful reports for diverse audiences that are clear, engaging and which stimulate action.

· Demonstrated success leading a team with expertise and a passion for coaching, developing and growing professionals.

· Membership of a relevant membership body is preferred.

This role requires occasional domestic and international travel, as you will be leading audit assignments that are geographically dispersed across the NZDF’s multiple operating areas. You need to have the ability, and willingness to travel.

Auckland CBD | Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Join a global SaaS organisation powering customer engagement and loyalty experiences for some of the world’s most recognised brands.

Talent’s client is looking for an experienced Solution Architect to help shape the future of a large-scale customer engagement platform used by hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. This is a strategic role that sits at the intersection of Product, Engineering, and Architecture, influencing how complex technology decisions are made while helping teams deliver scalable, customer-focused solutions.

You’ll work across domains including loyalty, rewards, messaging, personalisation, identity, consent, and consumer profiling, partnering closely with senior Product and Engineering leaders to solve meaningful business challenges and guide platform evolution.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to shape technology strategy and roadmap decisions.
• Lead architectural thinking from problem discovery through to solution delivery.
• Provide guidance and oversight across cloud-native, distributed systems and integration solutions.
• Identify risks, trade-offs, and opportunities early in the development lifecycle.
• Define architectural guardrails, standards, and best practices.
• Influence senior stakeholders and challenge thinking constructively to drive better outcomes.
• Help shape approaches to AI-assisted engineering and architecture practices as the business continues to evolve.
• Collaborate closely with Architecture, Security, Cloud, and Engineering teams to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and fit for purpose.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years’ experience as a Solution Architect, Platform Architect, or Software Architect.
• Strong background designing web-based backend and integration solutions.
• Experience designing cloud-native, distributed systems in modern cloud environments.
• Previous software engineering or development experience with the ability to engage credibly with technical teams.
• Proven experience partnering with Product Managers, Engineering Managers, and senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A pragmatic approach to architecture, balancing long-term vision with business realities.

Nice to Have

• Experience within SaaS or platform-based organisations.
• Exposure to domains such as loyalty, rewards, personalisation, messaging, identity, consent, or customer data platforms.
• Experience with Azure/.NET environments (although other cloud and technology backgrounds are welcomed).
• Experience improving architecture practices, governance, or operating models.
• Exposure to AI-assisted software development and engineering practices.

About You

You’ll be someone who enjoys influencing rather than directing, building trusted relationships across teams, and bringing fresh perspectives to complex challenges. You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity, balancing competing priorities, and helping teams make sound technology decisions without becoming a bottleneck.

What’s In It For You?

• 15% Short-Term Incentive (STI) bonus based on individual and company performance
• Hybrid working model with flexibility built in.
• Additional paid wellness leave each year.
• Birthday leave.
• Annual learning and development budget.
• Free access to online learning platforms.
• Work-from-home setup allowance.
• Fully funded health insurance.
• Life and income protection insurance.
• Subsidised parking.
• Social club, volunteering initiatives, and regular team events.
• Summer hours programme.
• Modern Auckland CBD office.

If you’re passionate about shaping technology strategy, influencing product direction, and helping engineering teams solve meaningful problems at scale, we’d love to hear from you.

Are you passionate about economic development and growth, and unlocking opportunities?

We’re seeking a Senior Advisor that can contribute and shape programmes that can mobilise and strengthen investment solutions in the Pacific.

In this role, based in central Wellington, you’ll apply your expertise to instigate investment initiatives that align with international development initiatives.

You’ll bring experience across micro and blended finance arenas; impact investing, sustainable finance, or private/philanthropic capital partnerships. You’ll have an overlay of experience within the Pacific or the international development space.

In addition, you’ll have a solid understanding of the machinery of government, international development policy, and able to contribute and build relationships in all environments.

In return you’ll be joining a team that undertakes work with impact and makes a positive difference. There may be some travel required to the Pacific, and you will need to be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident to be considered.

If this sounds like an opportunity that aligns with you, please contact John Keith on 021 205 3252 or Jacaleen Williams on 021 732 996 for more information.

Are you passionate about the potential of digital development and transformation in sustainable development?

We’re seeking a Senior Advisor that can support the delivery of digital programmes, in partnership with public and private sector organisations, across priority sectors within Pacific communities.

In this role, based in central Wellington, you’ll apply your expertise to lead the development and implementation of digital transformation programmes, including connectivity, digital services, and telecommunications.

You’ll bring experience across digital transformation projects, particularly those that help shape economic growth. You’ll have an overlay of experience within the Pacific or the international development space.

In addition, you’ll have a solid understanding of the machinery of government, international development policy, and able to contribute and build relationships in all environments.

In return you’ll be joining a team that undertakes work with impact and makes a positive difference. There may be some travel required to the Pacific, and you will need to be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident to be considered.

If this sounds like an opportunity that aligns with you, please contact John Keith on 021 205 3252 or Jacaleen Williams on 021 732 996 for more information.