💼 Full-Time Position

Interim National Manager People Operations (Contract)

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Niche Recruitment
📍 Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
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Location
Wellington, New Zealand
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Posted
April 12, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Description

Interim National Manager, People Operations


Wellington | Contract to 30 June 2026


He Angitūtanga | The opportunity


We’re seeking an experienced People Operations leader to step into a senior interim contract role within a fast‑paced public sector organisation, providing continuity and confident operational leadership through to 30 June 2026.


This is a critical leadership role with oversight of HR systems, people reporting and analytics, recruitment operations combined with a strong payroll focus.


You’ll join at a key point in time, ensuring business‑as‑usual delivery remains stable while supporting a significant payroll/HRIS platform replacement programme.


Mō te tūranga | About the role


Reporting within the People function, you will:


Lead a directorate with 3 direct reports


Be accountable for the timely, high‑quality delivery of h...