IAM Engineer (Access Management)

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • AU$120000 - AU$135000 per annum + super + 10% bonus

Join one of the world’s leading music companies – home to some of the most iconic artists, labels and creative teams – as they continue to expand their Tech Security & Identity function and build out their global technology hub in Sydney CBD.

Our client is a globally recognised organisation operating a large-scale, complex technology environment. They are currently investing heavily in identity and access management, with multiple initiatives underway to modernise authentication, security and platform capability.

The role:

This is a hands-on IAM engineering role focused on delivering and supporting access management capabilities across enterprise systems. The role offers strong ownership, working across SAML/OIDC integrations, troubleshooting and platform improvements. Working 4 days onsite in the Sydney CBD office, with Fridays a half-day working remotely from home.

Key responsibilities:

  • Configure and onboard SAML / OIDC applications across Entra ID and PingOne
  • Troubleshoot authentication and access issues across environments
  • Manage integrations end-to-end without supervision
  • Support incident management, problem solving and root cause analysis
  • Create and maintain documentation and integration standards
  • Work with Product Managers and Business Analysts across the business

    Must-Have Skills:

  • Strong expertise in OAuth 2.0, OIDC and authentication protocols
  • Experience implementing or operating IAM / Access Management platforms (e.g. Ping, Entra ID, Okta)
  • Strong understanding of authentication, authorization and federation concepts

    Nice to Have:

  • API gateways and integrations experience
  • Scripting (Python or NodeJS)
  • AWS services (S3, CloudFront)
  • CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions)

    Why Join:

  • Work on a major PingOne migration and identity modernisation program
  • High-impact role with strong ownership across IAM delivery
  • Exposure to global stakeholders and complex enterprise systems
  • Opportunity to shape and improve identity and access processes
  • Collaborative environment with strong technical leadership and support
  • Clear pathway to grow within security and identity engineering

    Benefits

  • Short Fridays – finish at 1pm every Friday
  • Hybrid flexibility – Friday work from home
  • 2 additional wellbeing days per year
  • 5 gifted days leave over Christmas
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retail discounts and employee perks
  • Fresh fruit and snacks in office
  • Novated leasing and salary sacrifice options
  • Up to 30% off award-winning restaurants and accommodation
  • Lifestyle benefits including gym memberships and dry-cleaning services

    How to apply:

    If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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Business Development Manager - Enterprise Solutions

  • Australia
  • Adelaide
  • Permanent
  • Commissions

Business Development Manager – Enterprise Solutions
Adelaide, SA | Full-Time Permanent Position
Australian working rights required – no sponsorship available.

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing technology solutions organisation delivering enterprise software and HR tech solutions across Australia.

You’ll be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, building relationships with senior executives, and managing complex sales cycles from prospecting through to close. This role requires someone who is commercially driven, confident engaging with C-level stakeholders, and capable of balancing multiple opportunities while collaborating closely with technical and delivery teams to deliver successful client outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in enterprise solution sales, experience working with mid-to-large organisations, and the ability to develop business from the ground up rather than relying solely on existing accounts.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Drive new business development across enterprise and government sectors
  • Build and manage strong C-level stakeholder relationships
  • Develop strategic sales pipelines and manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
  • Work closely with technical and delivery teams to deliver client outcomes
  • Lead solution-based sales conversations across SaaS, HR tech, HCMS, and IT solutions

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience selling enterprise software, SaaS, or IT solutions
  • Strong background in business development and cold calling
  • Commercially minded with excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work autonomously in a client-facing environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a polished and proactive sales professional looking to make a strong impact within a high-growth technology environment.

📩 Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion. You can call Shilpa Sharma at 08 8228 1501

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Call/Customer Concierge Operator

  • Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$35.80 per hour

Talent International is currently recruiting for multiple Call/Customer Concierge Operators to work for an NSW Government call centre based in Newcastle. The positions are full-time contract roles initially 6-month contracts with the view to be extended and are paying $35.80 per hour plus superannuation.

Start Date: 16/07/2026

Working Hours: 7 hours per day / 35 hours per week

The successful contractors will be working on a 7 am-7 pm rotating roster Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

The successful contractors will be placed on a 2-week rotating roster – they will work the same shift for 2 weeks and will then transition to another shift. They will never work the same shift for 2 consecutive rosters.

Contractor Central Typically, one roster they will work an early start shift (e.g., 7 am start), then a mid-shift (e.g. 9 – 10 am start) , then a late shift (e.g. 11 am start)

We are looking for an experienced contact centre operator who has an extensive background in customer service, preferably within a call centre environment. If you are an enthusiastic and passionate customer service officer and you enjoy interacting with customers over the phone to provide the best possible customer experience, please apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond to enquiries from customers on a wide range of matters and provide timely, accurate, and consistent advice and information on services via telephone, face to face or in writing as per organisational processes and standards.
  • Update and maintain records and databases, complying with service delivery systems and processes, to ensure that all information is accurate, stored correctly and accessible.
  • Educate client/customers on the rights and responsibilities of parties, requirements, and services to raise community awareness and ensure compliance with legislation and/or processes.
  • Collect and compile information for and prepare documentation and correspondence in line with quality and organisational requirements.
  • Provide a range of administrative and support services.

Essential Requirements:

  • Eligibility to work full-time in Australia.
  • Previous experience in customer service is ESSENTIAL.
  • Must be confident working in a high-volume call centre environment.
  • Available to commence immediately.
  • Salesforce experience is preferred but not essential.
  • Government call centre experience is a bonus.

If you can demonstrate all the above and are available for an immediate start, then please apply

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Plumber

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

As a qualified Plumber you will be responsible for installing and servicing boiling and chilled water units across northern Perth. The role suits a hands on tradesperson with strong problem solving skills, excellent customer service abilities and the capability to work autonomously. You will represent a global leader in water solutions while ensuring high quality outcomes and reliable service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install and service boiling and chilled water units for residential and commercial customers
  • Troubleshoot faults and provide solutions to maintain unit performance
  • Deliver excellent customer service and represent the company professionally
  • Manage time and daily schedule efficiently across multiple service calls
  • Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicle to required standards
  • Collaborate with the broader technician team and contribute to a supportive culture

Required Qualifications

  • Full trade qualifications as a plumber
  • WA Plumber qualification
  • Current drivers licence

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong fault finding and problem solving skills
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks
  • Previous appliance, coffee machine or hot water industry experience beneficial
  • Reliable, organised and professional

Compensation & Benefits

  • Fully serviced van and fuel card
  • iPhone, iPad and uniform provided
  • Training provided for 4-6 weeks
  • Access to rewards platform, employee discounts and EAP
  • Novated lease options
  • Recognition and development programs

If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please forward your updated CV to Jane Saxby by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. For a list of all vacant positions, please see our website www.talentinternational.com

For further enquires please call Jane Saxby on 0456 372 202

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Senior Solution Architect

  • New Zealand
  • Auckland
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Senior Solution Architect

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to play a key role in a large, complex transformation programme. This position will lead strategic architecture activities within a major discovery and planning work stream focused on modernising critical enterprise platforms and enabling long-term business transformation.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future-state architecture of a large-scale organisation undertaking a multi-year modernisation journey. Working alongside senior business and technology leaders, you will provide strategic architectural direction, define transition states, establish governance frameworks, and ensure alignment between business objectives and technology delivery.

About the role:

You will be joining a well-established transformation programme that is focused on replacing legacy core systems with modern, cloud-based platforms. The focus now is centred on strategic architecture, planning, governance, and guiding the organisation through future-state transformation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic architecture activities across major transformation initiatives

  • Define target-state and transition-state architectures that support long-term business objectives

  • Develop architecture road-maps and strategic plans to guide programme delivery

  • Establish and maintain architectural governance and decision-making frameworks

  • Provide architectural leadership across complex, evolving environments

  • Partner with senior stakeholders across business and technology teams

  • Ensure solutions align with security, compliance, risk, performance, and operational requirements

  • Drive alignment between enterprise strategy, architecture, and programme delivery

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Solution Architect within large-scale enterprise transformation programmes

  • Previous experience working within Financial Services, Banking, or Insurance environments.
  • Strong background in architecture strategy, road-map development, and governance

  • Experience defining future-state and transition-state architectures

  • Ability to operate effectively in complex environments with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities

  • Strong understanding of integration architecture, data architecture, and cloud platforms

  • Experience incorporating security, compliance, and operational considerations into architectural decisions

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills

Highly Desirable

  • Experience working on core banking, core ledger, or large-scale platform modernisation programmes

  • Experience within enterprise-level transformation initiatives involving legacy system replacement

  • Exposure to modern cloud-based architecture environments

This role would suit an architect who enjoys working at a strategic level, influencing enterprise direction, and helping organisations navigate complex transformation journeys while balancing business outcomes, technology objectives, and delivery realities.

If this sounds like you Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about the opportunity: email Amber at amber.shaw@talentinternational.com

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Project Manager

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Multiple permanent opportunities available for the Project Managers and Sr. Project Manager to lead the planning, governance, development, and delivery of critical infrastructure programs supporting a major defence capability initiative in Henderson, Perth, WA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end facilities and infrastructure development, including CONOPS, functional requirements, design development, and build assurance.
  • Establish and maintain PMO processes, governance frameworks, project controls, and toolsets.
  • Develop and manage key project artefacts, including CWBS, schedules, risk registers, and reporting frameworks.
  • Provide project management oversight and assurance aligned with organisational processes and SSN-S requirements.
  • Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships across engineering, construction, program delivery, and government organisations.
  • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, growing to approximately 20 FTE, including a small PMO function

Required skills and experience:

  • Must possess baseline security clearance or NV1 clearance.
  • Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
  • Experience delivering major infrastructure, facilities, capital works, defence, or complex engineering programs.
  • Strong knowledge of PMO governance, project controls, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Proven leadership capability and experience managing multidisciplinary teams

This role is open exclusively to Perth-based candidates holding an active security clearance.

To be considered for this opportunity you must be currently residing in WA and have extensive civil infrastructure project delivery experience.

To find out more, please forward your updated CV to Huma Irshad by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Alternatively, please call for a confidential chat on 0418 594 901 or email huma.irshad@talentinternational.com

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Change Assurance Lead

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • Negotiable
  • 3 Month Contract – Government Agency
  • Melbourne CBD Location – Hybrid Working Arrangement
  • Release validation and Deployment Readiness Assessments

We are seeking an experienced Change Assurance Lead to lead end-to-end change assurance activities, including testing coordination, release validation, and deployment readiness assessments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain test strategies, test plans, test cases, and execution schedules aligned to project objectives.
  • Coordinate and participate in system, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT) activities.
  • Support release management processes, including release planning, impact assessments, and go-live readiness reviews.
  • Identify, document, and manage defects, risks, and issues, working closely with technical teams to drive resolution.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by implementing standardised, repeatable assurance and testing processes.

Key Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in change assurance, testing, quality assurance, or release management within enterprise ICT environments.
  • Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, test planning, defect management, and release validation practices.
  • Experience working with enterprise platforms such as Microsoft 365, HR/Finance systems, identity management, or infrastructure environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to work across Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

What’s in it for you:

  • Government Agency
  • Melbourne CBD Location
  • Hybrid Working Arrangement

Apply now or for more information feel free to contact Sarah Jordan on sarah.jordan@talentinternational.com

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Recruitment Business Partner

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • AU$75000 - AU$85000 per annum

Recruitment Business Partner

Permanent Opportunity Available Now!
📍 Sydney CBD Location (Flexible Hybrid Working Available)
💰 $75,000 – $85,000 + Super

Are you a recruitment professional who enjoys building trusted relationships and delivering great outcomes, without the pressure of sales targets and business development? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Recruitment Business Partner to join a collaborative and supportive team environment. In this role, you’ll act as the key link between hiring managers and a large panel of recruitment agencies, ensuring a seamless and effective recruitment process from start to finish.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys stakeholder engagement, coordination, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality recruitment outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop strong relationships with a portfolio of hiring managers and recruitment suppliers.
  • Act as the central point of contact between hiring managers and agency partners throughout the recruitment process.
  • Undertake detailed job briefs to ensure role requirements are clearly understood.
  • Provide hiring managers with market insights, recruitment best practices, rate guidance, process advice, and realistic timelines.
  • Partner closely with suppliers to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements, timely responses, and the delivery of high-quality candidates.
  • Support best-practice contract labour resourcing outcomes across all recruitment activities.
  • Deliver exceptional service to clients while maintaining a strong focus on quality and achieving recruitment delivery targets.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
  • The ability to quickly build credibility and hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment.
  • A strategic, logical, and solutions-focused approach to your work.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and manage expectations.
  • The confidence to work autonomously while effectively managing a diverse portfolio of stakeholders.
  • The ability to remain calm, professional, and effective under pressure.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills.
  • A proactive mindset, strong initiative, and a genuine desire to contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.

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If you’re looking to take the next step in your recruitment career and join a fantastic team culture, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with a brief summary of your relevant experience.

Please note: To be considered for this position, applicants must be based in Sydney and hold Permanent Residency or Australian Citizenship.

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EL1 Program Planner / Scheduler - New Framework Planning

  • Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$602.55 per day

Talent International is currently recruiting for an EL1 Program Planner / Scheduler – New Framework Planning to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in NSW (Multiple Office Locations). The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $602.55 per day + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Scheduling

  • Develop and maintain integrated program schedules across multiple delivery streams.
  • Align project timelines and dependencies across the New Framework Planning (NFP) program.
  • Identify and manage critical paths, interdependencies and schedule risks.
  • Maintain planning artefacts, baselines and scheduling documentation.

Program Coordination

  • Coordinate planning cycles and schedule updates across the program.
  • Facilitate planning workshops and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Ensure alignment between planning, reporting and delivery outcomes.

Reporting and Insights

  • Produce schedule-based reporting, analysis and insights.
  • Identify delivery risks, schedule slippage and potential impacts.
  • Support executive reporting and informed decision-making.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Partner with delivery leads, program managers and key stakeholders across multiple streams.
  • Foster collaboration and support integrated planning practices.

Staff Management

  • Lead and develop planning capability within the team.
  • Ensure quality, consistency and integrity of planning outputs.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

Essential Criteria

  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in complex, multi-program environments, with proven experience as a Master Scheduler.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling tools.
  • Strong expertise in dependency management, critical path analysis and schedule risk management.
  • Ability to synthesise complex scheduling data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on data quality and schedule integrity.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience operating within a PMO or Portfolio Management Office.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Experience within Federal Government or other highly regulated environments.
  • AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance (or higher).

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

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EL2 Master Scheduler

  • Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$754.20 per hour

Talent International is currently recruiting for an EL2 Master Scheduler to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in NSW (Multiple Office Locations). The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $754.20 per day + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain and continuously refine an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) across multiple programs and projects.
  • Partner with the PMO Director and Project Managers to identify, map and manage cross-program dependencies, including upstream and downstream impacts and critical paths.
  • Perform detailed schedule analysis, including critial path analysis, float management, schedule slippage and what-if scenario modelling.
  • Align project and program schedules into a cohesive portfolio view that reflects strategic priorities and constraints.
  • Provide schedule-driven insights and scenario analysis to support PMO reporting and governance forums.
  • Partner with PMO and delivery teams to uplift scheduling and dependency management capability.
  • Develop executive-level roadmaps and dashboards highlighting key milestones, sequencing and delivery risks.
  • Maintain schedule data quality, including dependency logic, constraints, milestones and status updates.
  • Ensure schedule integrity through robust version control, audit readiness and data governance practices.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

Essential Criteria

  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules within complex, multi-program environments, with established experience as a Master Scheduler rather than solely as a Project Manager.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling tools.
  • Strong expertise in dependency management, critical path analysis and schedule risk management.
  • Proven ability to synthesise complex schedule data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders and executives.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on data quality and schedule integrity.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience operating within a PMO or Portfolio Management Office environment.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Experience working within Federal Government or other highly regulated environments.
  • AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance (or higher).

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

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EL1 Assistant Director, Assurance Manager - New Framework Planning

  • Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$602.55 per day

Talent International is currently recruiting for an EL1 Assistant Director, Assurance Manager – New Framework Planning to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in NSW (Multiple Office Locations). The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $602.55 per day + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

Assurance Coordination and Delivery

  • Coordinate and manage day-to-day delivery of program assurance activities across internal, external and independent sources.
  • Develop and maintain integrated assurance plans and schedules aligned with program milestones and governance requirements.
  • Collaborate with delivery streams, corporate functions and assurance providers to manage dependencies and ensure successful outcomes.
  • Monitor assurance activities, escalating risks and issues where required.

External and Independent Assurance Support

  • Coordinate audits, reviews and independent assurance activities.
  • Manage the provision of evidence, documentation and subject matter inputs.
  • Act as the central point of contact for assurance providers.
  • Track remediation actions and ensure timely closure of assurance findings.

Assurance Analysis and Integration

  • Analyse findings, risks and issues across multiple assurance sources.
  • Prepare integrated assurance reports and program readiness assessments.
  • Deliver evidence-based insights to support senior executive decision-making.
  • Maintain visibility of assurance coverage and identify gaps.

Reporting and Governance Support

  • Prepare committee papers, executive briefings and Board-level assurance artefacts.
  • Provide assurance updates and consolidated reporting to governance forums.
  • Ensure traceability of findings, recommendations and actions.

Assurance Frameworks and Audit Readiness

  • Maintain assurance frameworks, registers and tools to ensure audit readiness.
  • Support program readiness by maintaining current and defensible documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement across assurance processes and templates.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential Criteria

  • Demonstrated expertise in risk management and assurance within complex environments.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical capability.
  • Excellent judgement in evaluating complex and sensitive risk scenarios.
  • Highly developed stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.
  • Ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based advice on complex issues.
  • Strong problem-solving, conceptual thinking and critical analysis skills.
  • Proven ability to build productive relationships and foster a positive risk culture.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience working within a PMO or Portfolio Management Office.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience within Federal Government or highly regulated environments.
  • AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance (or higher).

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

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Delivery Manager

  • New Zealand
  • Wellington
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Mō mātou | About LGNZ

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) provides influence, connection and support to local government. They represent the national interests of councils.

They advocate for local government on critical issues, decode policy and make submissions. They connect members through networks, sector events and a must-attend annual conference. And they lead best practice in local government as well as building council capability through learning, development and consulting.

Te āhua o te tūrunga | The nature of the role

Working closely with the Director Commercial and Operations, you will drive LGNZ’s commercial strategy, creating value for member councils while supporting the organisation’s strategic priorities and growth objectives.

You will lead the delivery and continuous improvement of two nationally significant programmes, Road Efficiency Group (REG) and Te Korowai (LGNZ’s local government excellence programme), while identifying new partnership and commercial opportunities that strengthen LGNZ’s impact across the local government sector.

This is a highly visible role requiring a blend of commercial acumen, programme leadership and relationship management. Working closely with council leaders, industry partners and key stakeholders, you will help shape initiatives that build capability, drive performance and support the future success of local government throughout Aotearoa.

Ngā tino pūkenga me wheako | Essential knowledge, skills and experience

The right person for this role will be an expert when it comes to relationship management, with significant experience delivering projects, programmes or commercial initiatives that have achieved measurable outcomes.

What we will look for includes:

  • An exceptional communicator, who utilises their listening skills to draw out needs and translate them into deliverable opportunities.
  • Demonstrated success identifying, developing and growing commercial opportunities and partnerships.
  • Proven experience delivering complex projects or programmes, balancing strategic objectives with operational execution.
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence senior leaders across diverse environments.
  • Strong analytical and judgement skills, comfortable navigating ambiguity and developing practical solutions.
  • A proactive and results-oriented approach, with the confidence to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
  • Experience working in, or with local government, and a strong understanding of local government operations and delivery would be preferred.

Tā mātou e tuku | What’s on offer

LGNZ takes the opinions and needs of their people seriously. LGNZ people say that they appreciate working in an environment that is supportive, flexible, creative, positive and fun. They’ve identified that the success of the team depends on feeling connected, appreciated, inspired, curious, optimistic and supported. These are real sentiments identified by the people who work for LGNZ.

Other benefits you will enjoy:

  • 5 weeks of annual leave
  • An additional 3 LGNZ days of leave between Christmas and New Year
  • A genuinely flexible working environment
  • Modern offices in the Cuba Quarter
  • Subsidised health insurance

Applications for this role will be reviewed as they are received and close at 9.00am Monday 6 July 2026.

Please do not delay – click APPLY NOW and submit your CV and cover letter.

For a copy of the Position Description or a confidential discussion, please contact John Keith on 021 205 3252 or john.keith@talentinternational.com.

All applications will be acknowledged electronically.

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