• 3-month+ contract, start ASAP
• Newly created national entity
• Strong systems and processes with experience in Xero a must-have!

The Role

We are after a highly experienced Contract Financial Systems Accountant or Analyst for this newly created "membership" organisation with a national presence, to assist the Establishment CFO in the setting up of their systems and processes. Strong experience and knowledge of Xero is a prerequisite for the role.

This is an urgent-to-fill role so availability needs to be either immediate or availability within the next 2 weeks.

What You'll Be Doing

You will be assisting with setting up the financial accounts and systems that link with all member organisations, so experience in systems and the intricacies of a variety of different ones, is an imperative. Some management reporting is necessary, however more of the focus will be on the financial accounting side. You will need to have an intimate knowledge of Xero

• to be a qualified Accountant
• to be an advanced user of Xero
• strong Excel skills
• to be strong with processes and systems
• experience with Govt funding
• to have preferably had some experience in Not-for-Profit, health, or a community-based service

You will Bring

• the ability to step in quickly and get up to speed fast, without a protracted learning process!
• an intimate understanding of Xero and how best to use it
• accuracy in your work
• a background strictly to accounting standards
• experience in working independently and remotely, or be comfortable working this way
• your own home office set-up to operate from the get-go!
• either an immediate availability or a quick transition from what you are currently doing.

On Offer

An opportunity to be part of an exciting new venture in an ever-changing environment and a very good hourly rate based on the expertise you will bring to the role.

Apply Now

As this is an urgent-to-fill role, feel free to reach out by phone (mobile or WhatsApp) to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director, TalentNow! on 029-5974739 or simply click on the ‘Apply’ link and follow the instructions and I will respond quickly.

Please Note:
This role is open only to candidates currently based in and entitled to work in New Zealand and with the skills and competencies as outlined in the advert.  We will respond only to candidates who meet the above criteria.

We look forward to you submitting your CV for consideration for any roles in your category.

You will come up in any search when we are seeking talent with your skills.

The Opportunity

If you’re currently in Auckland and ready for more impact, this is your chance to step into a visible, end-to-end asset management role where your work genuinely shapes outcomes.

You’ll lead the planning, performance, and long-term strategy of a diverse infrastructure portfolio - guiding investment decisions, influencing leadership, and delivering real value to a connected community.

This is a role where you’re not just part of the system - you help shape it.

Why Make the Move?

This is more than a role change - it’s a lifestyle upgrade without career compromise.

• Trade long commutes for time back in your day
• Move closer to decision-makers and see your impact firsthand
• Broaden your scope beyond siloed asset functions
• Be part of a community where outcomes are visible and valued

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll take ownership of asset management planning and performance across multiple asset classes, including:

• Developing and leading Asset Management Plans aligned to long-term strategy
• Driving lifecycle planning, renewals, and capital programmes
• Leading risk-based investment prioritisation and resilience planning
• Providing clear, strategic advice to senior leadership and governance groups
• Strengthening asset data, systems, and evidence-based decision-making
• Supporting business cases, funding strategies, and long-term planning

This role is central to ensuring infrastructure is safe, resilient, and fit for the future.

What You’ll Bring

You’re likely operating in a complex infrastructure or local government environment and are ready for broader influence.

• 5+ years’ experience in asset management or infrastructure planning
• Strong lifecycle, risk, and performance management capability
• Ability to translate technical detail into clear, practical insight
• Experience contributing to long-term plans and investment decisions
• Sound understanding of infrastructure standards and legislation
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong analytical skills

Work Style & Culture Fit

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Want ownership, not just contribution
• Prefer collaboration over hierarchy
• Bring a strong community and customer lens to your work
• Are self-driven, pragmatic, and improvement-focused
• Can operate confidently in stakeholder and governance environments

You’ll join a team that values integrity, teamwork, accountability, and making a difference.

Lifestyle & Location

This is your opportunity to reset how you live and work.

• Shorter and more pleasant commutes and genuine work-life balance
• Easy access to outdoors and open space
• Affordable living compared to major centres
• A strong, connected community

All within a few hours of Auckland - close enough to stay connected, far enough to feel the difference.

Why Apply?

• Step into a broader, more influential role
• Shape long-term infrastructure and community outcomes
• Work closer to leadership and decision-making
• Gain variety across a diverse asset portfolio
• Enjoy a better lifestyle without sacrificing your career

If this role appeals, and fits your future plans, then I'd like to hear from you.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and cover letter (Word or PDF format) outlining your alignment with the role criteria to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply’ link. Or call me on 029-5974739 for a confidential conversation.

Please note that we are providing our slimmed down ScreenLite service to this client. All qualified CVs will be forwarded to the client organisation and they will be conducting the shortlisting and interviewing, so please take this process into account when submitting your application.

Applications close: 26th May 2026 or earlier.

Please Note:
This role is open only to candidates currently based in and entitled to work in New Zealand and with the skills and competencies as outlined in the advert.  We will respond only to candidates who meet the above criteria.

We’re looking for an experienced Asset Manager to take ownership of a diverse infrastructure portfolio and ensure assets are planned, maintained, and developed to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective services to the community.

This is a strategic and hands-on role where you’ll influence long-term investment decisions, guide asset planning frameworks, and provide trusted advice to senior leadership and elected stakeholders.

The Opportunity

You’ll lead the development and delivery of robust asset management planning across multiple asset classes, ensuring alignment with long-term strategies, budgets, and community expectations.

Key focus areas include:

• Leading Asset Management Plans and long-term infrastructure strategies
• Lifecycle planning across acquisition, maintenance, renewal, and disposal
• Risk-based investment prioritisation and resilience planning
• Driving data integrity, asset systems, and evidence-based decision making
• Providing clear, strategic reporting to senior leaders and governance groups
• Supporting capital programmes and business case development

This role plays a critical part in ensuring infrastructure is future-fit, financially sustainable, and aligned with community outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who combines technical depth with strategic thinking and can operate comfortably across both detail and big-picture planning.

You’ll likely have:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in asset management within infrastructure, utilities, or local government
• Strong understanding of lifecycle planning, risk, and asset performance frameworks
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, practical advice
• Experience contributing to long-term planning, budgets, and investment decisions
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and infrastructure standards
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong analytical capability

Your Work Style

This role will suit someone who:

• Enjoys working collaboratively across teams and disciplines
• Is self-driven and comfortable taking ownership of outcomes
• Brings a strong customer and community focus to decision-making
• Thrives in environments where initiative, improvement, and accountability are valued
• Can navigate the complexity and sensitivity of stakeholder and governance environments
• Demonstrates resilience, sound judgement, and a calm, considered approach

You’ll be part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, positivity, and making a meaningful contribution to the wider community.

Lifestyle & Location

Enjoy the benefits of a role based in a well-connected regional centre, offering:

• Community living with genuine work-life balance - and choose your commute!
• Easy access to outdoor lifestyle and green spaces
• A strong sense of community and local identity
• Affordable living compared to major metropolitan areas

This is an opportunity to combine career impact with lifestyle advantage.

Why Apply?

• Influence long-term infrastructure strategy and community outcomes
• Broad, varied asset portfolio with real impact
• Visible role working closely with leadership and stakeholders
• Balance of strategic thinking and practical delivery
• Lifestyle location without sacrificing career progression

If you’re ready to take ownership of a critical asset management function and make a lasting difference, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and cover letter (Word or PDF format) outlining your alignment with the role criteria to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply’ link. Or call me on 029-5974739 for a confidential conversation.

Please note that we are providing our slimmed down ScreenLite service to this client. All qualified CVs will be forwarded to the client organisation and they will be conducting the shortlisting and interviewing, so please take this process into account when submitting your application.

Applications close: 26th May 2026 or earlier.

Please Note:
This role is open only to candidates currently based in and entitled to work in New Zealand and with the skills and competencies as outlined in the advert.  We will respond only to candidates who meet the above criteria.

• Low Volume Vehicle Technical Association
• Senior Operational Management Role
• Specialist Technical Environment
• Join a friendly and supportive team contributing to New Zealand's road safety.
• National impact, high-quality service excellence and innovation
• Permanent Management role Porirua, Wellington

The Low Volume Vehicle Technical Association (LVVTA) is New Zealand's recognised authority for low volume vehicle certification and modification standards.

Operating as a small, expert-led peak body [central organisation that speaks for an industry and helps set or influence standards, rules, and direction], LVVTA delivers a nationally significant regulatory service that enables safe vehicle modification while supporting innovation across the automotive sector. The organisation is known for its technical credibility, practical approach, and strong relationships across industry and government.

This is a lean, outcomes-focused environment where operational excellence, accuracy, and stakeholder trust are critical.

The Role

Lead the day-to-day operational performance of New Zealand's specialist low-volume vehicle certification system. This is a hands-on operational management role in a small, highly technical, and respected organisation operating at the intersection of engineering, compliance, and public safety.

You will manage a small but highly skilled team of expert technical and operational specialists, ensuring effective service delivery, strong stakeholder relationships, and continuous improvement across all operational functions.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Operations Manager - Technical Services is responsible for leading operational delivery across technical, engineering support, administration, and service functions.

This role is not a strategic executive position - it is a senior operational management role focused on delivery, coordination, people leadership, and performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting a small team of technical experts and operational staff.
• Managing day-to-day operational workflows, priorities, and service delivery.
• Overseeing complaints, audits, investigations, and certification-related processes.
• Driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Supporting regulatory compliance and quality assurance outcomes.
• Coordinating stakeholder engagement across industry, certification partners, and government agencies.
• Managing projects, contracts, and operational reporting.
• A curiosity for innovation and continuous improvement, including the practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies to support operational excellence, knowledge sharing, and organisational effectiveness.
• Supporting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and service excellence.

About You

You are a capable and grounded operational manager who thrives in structured but technical environments. You enjoy leading experienced professionals and ensuring work gets delivered accurately, efficiently, and consistently. You will bring:

• 10+ years' experience in operations, service delivery, or technical management roles.
• Experience leading small teams of professionals or technical specialists.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication capability.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a regulated or compliance-driven environment.
• Experience with process improvement, workflow management, or service delivery optimisation.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Highly regarded experience

• Automotive, transport, engineering, aviation, defence, or infrastructure sectors
• Regulatory, compliance, certification, or safety-critical environments
• Technical service organisations

You will have a genuine interest in vehicles, engineering, motorsport, or automotive modification culture, which would be an advantage.

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior operational role within a specialist national organisation where your work directly contributes to vehicle safety and industry standards across New Zealand.  You will benefit from:

• A highly experienced and knowledgeable technical team.
• A stable, respected national organisation with purpose-driven work.
• A varied role spanning people, process, and stakeholder engagement.
• A collaborative and professional working environment.
• Modern Porirua office with free parking.

Applications are welcomed from experienced operational managers within engineering, transport, automotive, infrastructure, aviation, defence, technical services, certification, regulatory or compliance-driven environments."

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter (in Word, please) outlining your relevant operational management experience via the Apply button. For a confidential discussion, contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! 021784483.

Applications close: Friday 26 June 2026

Applications will be reviewed as received, and suitable candidates may be contacted before the closing date.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Only candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted.

This well-established Consultancy is growing - and we're looking for a Regional Manager to lead our Auckland operations and drive regional performance.

We recognise that the right person may not already hold a Regional Manager title. If you're a Senior Surveyor / Assessor with strong commercial instincts and leadership potential, we want to hear from you.

About The Client:

This respected consultancy is a trusted name in asbestos inspection, assessment, and consultancy across New Zealand. They are known for their high standards, regulatory expertise, and no-compromise approach to quality and compliance.

The Opportunity:

This is a leadership role with real commercial responsibility.

You'll take ownership of the Auckland region, with a strong focus on:

• Winning and growing work
• Leading and developing a team
• Overseeing delivery and maintaining standards
• With ability to ‘pick up the tools' if required

You'll be expected to build relationships, generate opportunities, and deliver outcomes - not just manage existing workflows.

For the right Senior Surveyor / Assessor, this role offers a clear pathway into regional leadership, supported by the business.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and managing regional operations
• Driving business development and securing new work
• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Preparing proposals, tenders, and pricing
• Overseeing asbestos consultancy projects
• Providing technical guidance and maintaining standards
• Mentoring and supporting team members
• Contributing to financial performance and growth

What We're Looking For:

For Regional Manager level:

• Strong background in asbestos consulting
• Proven experience in business development and client growth
• Leadership experience with team and operational responsibility

For Senior Surveyor / Assessor (pathway role):

• Solid technical experience in asbestos surveying/assessment
• Demonstrated commercial awareness or client-facing experience
• • Motivation to step into leadership and grow capability

For all candidates:

• Strong understanding of NZ asbestos regulations
• Ability to build credibility with clients and colleagues
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Relevant qualifications (BOHS, NZQA, or equivalent)
• Full NZ driver's licence

A Realistic Note

This is a challenging role to fill and a rare combination of skills.

We are open to hiring either:

• An experienced Regional Manager with strong commercial capability
• OR a high-performing Senior Surveyor / Assessor ready to step up

What matters most is your ability to contribute commercially, build relationships, and grow the business.

Why Join This Consulting Firm?

• Lead and grow a key Auckland region
• Work in a business that values quality, standards, and technical credibility
• Opportunity to shape your role and influence growth
• Clear pathway to leadership (if stepping up)
• • Competitive salary + vehicle + benefits including paid health care!

Location

Auckland (regional travel required)

If you're ready to combine technical expertise with commercial impact - and step into (or grow into) leadership - we'd like to hear from you.

Contact Amanda Scott Consulting Director on 021784483 for a confidential conversation.

Key Responsibilities:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in software development, with strong expertise in microservices.
• Proven leadership experience in a technical role.
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (Jenkins, Git, Terraform).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong hands-on coding skills and ability to lead by example.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Agile environments and familiarity with squad/chapter/tribe models.
• Knowledge of event-driven architecture (e.g., Kafka).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Passion for mentoring and developing talent.

Senior .NET Integration Developer - Enterprise CRM Transformation

• Large-scale enterprise CRM transformation programme
• API-led, cloud-native integration environment
• Modern .NET, C# & Azure technologies
• Permanent Auckland-based opportunity
• Work within agile engineering teams
• Financial services enterprise exposure

We are sourcing experienced Integration Developers to join a major enterprise CRM digital transformation programme in Auckland within the financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build enterprise integrations and REST APIs
• Develop .NET/C# integration solutions
• Support Salesforce and downstream system integrations
• Contribute to testing, CI/CD and quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams

Skills & Experience

• Strong .NET and C# integration development experience
• REST APIs and enterprise integration patterns
• Azure or cloud platform (Azure preferred) experience
• Event-driven and messaging architecture exposure
• Agile delivery experience
• 10-12 years relevant experience within financial services

Why Apply?

• Work on strategic enterprise integration initiatives
• Exposure to modern API and cloud technologies
• Join experienced consulting and engineering teams
• Permanent role with long-term transformation programme exposure
• Excellent base salary on offer for those who meet the above criteria

Apply now if you are an experienced Integration Developer seeking enterprise-scale delivery experience.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and a relevant cover letter (in Word format) outlining your alignment with the role criteria to Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply' link.

Applications close: Monday 8th June 2026 or when roles are filled.
Applications will be progressed as they are received - do not delay.

These roles are open to candidates currently based in and entitled to work in New Zealand.

We will respond only to candidates who meet the above criteria.

• Lead delivery on a mission-critical core banking platform
• Immediate start on a secure 2-year strategic programme
• Based in Auckland - NZ's commercial and tech hub
• Influence architecture, design, and engineering standards
• Leverage rare Unisys ClearPath mainframe expertise
• Work with global teams in a large-scale delivery environment

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer / Technical Lead with deep Unisys mainframe expertise to play a critical role in delivering and enhancing core banking capabilities.

You'll be embedded in a collaborative, cross-functional team, contributing to design, development, implementation, and optimisation of mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design and development across full SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle)
• Deliver high-quality solutions within Unisys ClearPath Libras (MCP) environments
• Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers
• Drive knowledge management strategy and capability uplift
• Coordinate with testing and QA teams to ensure timely defect resolution
• Support go-live activities, including design documentation and sign-off
• Act as a key interface between onshore/offshore teams and stakeholders
• Contribute to architecture, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives

Core Technical Expertise:

• Strong experience with Unisys ClearPath Libras 6490 (MCP)
• Proficiency in:
  • COBOL74
  • WFL
  • CANDE
  • ALGOL
  • DMSII
  • MARC
  • TADS (debugging tool)
• Solid understanding of core banking systems and platforms
• Experience with Agile delivery environments, JIRA or ADO
• Exposure to ServiceNow for production support and issue resolution

About You:

• 5-10+ years' experience in software engineering (with senior-level exposure)
• Proven background in Unisys mainframe development and technical leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Experience designing scalable, efficient mainframe solutions
• Confident communicator, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Passion for mentoring and building team capability

Desirable Skills:

• Exposure to DevOps and Cloud concepts
• Experience with Git or SVN
• Knowledge of SQL and DB2 databases

The Programme:

You will be part of a long-term strategic engagement supporting a leading NZ banking environment, focused on:

• Expanding mainframe capability and capacity
• Delivering a knowledge management uplift programme
• Enhancing the performance and resilience of critical banking systems

What's on Offer:

• Work on a high-impact, enterprise-scale banking platform
• Long-term 2-year engagement with stability and scope
• Collaborative, global delivery environment
• Opportunity to influence strategy, architecture, and capability uplift

Apply Now

If you're a seasoned Unisys mainframe specialist ready to step into a key role on a major banking programme, we'd like to hear from you.

Please send your CV and cover letter (Word format) outlining your alignment with the role criteria to Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply' link.

Applications close: 15^th May 2026 or when the role is filled.
Applications will be progressed as they are received - do not delay

These roles are open to candidates currently based in and entitled to work in New Zealand.  We will respond only to candidates who meet the above criteria.

• Auckland or Wellington
• Help shape the Future of New Zealand's Digital Economy
• Build C-Suite level relationships
• Technology, Consulting Services, Digital Transformation

Operating across more than 50 countries, they partner with leading enterprises, government agencies, telecommunications providers, utilities and financial institutions to solve complex business challenges through technology, innovation and transformation.

With continued investment and growth across New Zealand, they continue to expand their market presence and helping organisations modernise through AI, cloud, cybersecurity, data and analytics, customer experience, enterprise applications and digital engineering.

As part of this growth strategy, an opportunity exists for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition, strategic account growth and long-term partnerships across the New Zealand market.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Country Head, this is a senior consultative sales role focused on identifying, shaping and winning complex transformation opportunities.

Working alongside consulting, solutioning and delivery teams, you will engage with C-Suite and senior executives, build trusted relationships and help organisations navigate large-scale business and technology change.

While opportunities exist across multiple sectors, experience within Government, Telecommunications, Utilities, Financial Services, Infrastructure or Enterprise Technology Services will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across enterprise and government markets
• Build trusted relationships with CIOs, CTOs, CEOs and senior decision-makers
• Develop strategic account plans and growth initiatives
• Lead complex pursuits, tenders, proposals and RFP responses
• Collaborate with consulting and technical teams to develop compelling client solutions
• Drive opportunities across digital transformation, AI, cloud, cybersecurity, data and customer experience
• Develop strong relationships with technology partners and industry stakeholders
• Represent the organisation at industry events and executive forums
• Contribute to revenue growth and market expansion objectives

What We're Looking For

You will be a commercially astute business development professional with a strong track record of selling technology consulting, professional services or transformation programmes.

You will bring:

• Proven success in Business Development, Strategic Sales, Client Partner or Account Management roles
• Experience selling complex technology, consulting or managed service solutions
• Strong understanding of digital transformation, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, data or enterprise applications
• Ability to engage and influence senior executives and key stakeholders
• Experience leading proposals, pursuits and bid teams
• Existing relationships within New Zealand's technology sector
• Strong partner and vendor ecosystem exposure
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills

Why Join?

• Represent a globally recognised technology consulting leader
• Work alongside world-class consulting and delivery teams
• Access some of New Zealand's most significant transformation programmes
• Auckland or Wellington location
• Competitive salary package with performance incentives
• Genuine career growth within a global organisation
• Collaborative, inclusive and high-performing culture

If you have an established executive network, a passion for technology-led transformation and the ability to create opportunities at a strategic level, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter (in Word, please) outlining your relevant experience via the Apply button. For a confidential discussion, contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! 021784483.

Applications close: Friday 3 July 2026

Applications will be reviewed as received, and suitable candidates may be contacted before the closing date. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Only candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted.