• Remote role - work from anywhere in NZ
• Immediate or quick start
• Help establish national entity
• Some public sector interaction or experience essential

We are after a Financial Controller or CFO on an interim basis for an urgent requirement for a client organisation in the throws of establishing a national presence and will become a leader in their category once launched. This role is to continue the work of the initial person who is unable to commit further to the level of work being undertaken.

What we're after

You'll be a qualified accountant who has worked as a Financial Controller or hands-on CFO in a large environment in an establishment or change environment, and know the nuances of this type of environment. You'll have extensive experience in managing both process and staff, and be able to pivot on a pin as needed! You will need experience either working in the public sector, or having been involved in funding with the public sector - this is a requirement for this role.

The organisation and status

The organisation is in establishment phase so all hands are "on deck" to get things up and running! Once established, this will be one of the biggest operators in its category, so experience in this type of environment is essential. Your role will be to focus on getting things operating to an optimum level and supporting the new CFO once they commence in a few months time.

What you've done to date?

You'll have operated at a minimum at Financial Controller level, preferably at CFO level, be hands on, but understand operational and strategic aspects of this type of role. Experience in the public sector is essential as is an understanding the Government funding model across sectors such as education, health, social services, social housing, or infrastructure.

How to Apply

Call me, Kevin Chappell, Principal Director, on 029-5974739, for a confidential discussion, or submit an application pronto via the Apply button, attaching a brief cover letter and an updated CV in Word or PDF format.

Please note:

As this is a contract role with an urgent start, NO overseas applications will be considered or acknowledged, and applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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.

• Hybrid contract role - 12 months duration
• Sunny Bay location and lifestyle
• Immediate strategic impact

This isn't a "keep the lights on" contract.

It's an opportunity for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to step into a business at a pivotal point, help establish the foundations of a modern data platform, and leave behind capability that will influence strategic decision-making for years to come.

We're looking for someone who moves seamlessly from architecture to insight, from engineering to influence - someone who enjoys building data environments that drive real business outcomes and is comfortable partnering with senior stakeholders as naturally as they work with technology.

Over the next 12 months, you'll be an integral part of the development of a modern, fit-for-purpose data platform that enables smarter, faster and more confident decision-making across the organisation.

Starting from a relatively low level of maturity, you'll have the opportunity to shape the direction of the platform from day one. Rather than inheriting someone else's architecture, you'll help determine the early stages of the build, why it matters, and how it evolves into a scalable, future-ready environment.

This is a hands-on contract where you'll deliver tangible outcomes while helping establish the foundations for long-term success.

You'll be part of a team designing and building robust end-to-end data pipelines, bringing together multiple data sources into a trusted, reliable platform.

You'll establish scalable orchestration, data governance and security practices while ensuring information is accurate, accessible and genuinely useful to the people making business decisions.

Working closely with senior leaders and business stakeholders, you'll translate complex technical concepts into practical insights, helping turn data into better operational and strategic decisions.

You'll also introduce modern engineering practices, improve data quality, create meaningful visualisations, and implement predictive analytics where appropriate.

• Twelve-month engagement with meaningful, business-critical outcomes.
• Genuine ownership of platform design and implementation.
• Opportunity to influence senior leadership and organisational strategy.
• Modern Microsoft data environment with scope to introduce best practice.
• Autonomy to make decisions and deliver lasting value.

You'll have proven experience designing and delivering enterprise data platforms, with strong expertise across data engineering, ETL/ELT, analytics and visualisation.

You'll be comfortable building production-ready pipelines, implementing orchestration, establishing governance standards and working across modern Microsoft technologies. Experience with Fabric, OneLake or similar cloud data platforms will be highly regarded.

Equally important is your ability to engage with stakeholders, understand business priorities and convert technical capability into practical commercial outcomes.

You're someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity.

You think strategically while remaining hands-on. You're commercially aware, naturally collaborative and comfortable working with ambiguity. Rather than simply delivering technical solutions, you enjoy helping organisations become genuinely data-driven, because this is an identified competitive advantage for them.

Most importantly, you're motivated by building something worthwhile and leaving it in a stronger position than when you arrived.

• 12-month contract
• Excellent daily or hourly rate
• Immediate, quick, or planned start
• Opportunity to help build a modern data platform from the early stages
• Autonomy, flexibility and genuine influence
• A project where your work will continue delivering value long after the contract concludes

This is far more than another contract assignment.

It's an opportunity to create a data platform that becomes the foundation for smarter decisions, stronger performance, and future growth.

To apply for this excellent opportunity, please click on Apply Now and follow our application process, and attach both a cover letter and up-to-date CV (Word or PDF). If you'd like to know more, please reach out to Kevin Chappell on 029-5974739

NB: You must have the right to work in NZ - and be residing in NZ - to apply for this role. We will only respond to those who fulfill these criteria.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager, Sales Manager or Strategic Account Manager who enjoys building relationships, growing existing accounts and developing new business - particularly within the Government and public sector - to step up into a P&L management role.

The Opportunity

The focus is on business growth, strategic account management and client relationships, supported by an experienced operational team.

You will:

• Develop and grow strategic Government and public sector relationships
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to expand existing contracts and services
• Develop new business and strategic account growth plans
• Negotiate commercial opportunities and manage key accounts
• Take responsibility for regional budgets, forecasting, margins and P&L
• Work alongside an experienced Operations team to ensure customer commitments are delivered

Reporting to the NZ General Manager, you will be accountable for regional financial performance, growth strategy and customer outcomes, supported by an experienced national leadership team.

Around 50% of the role is focused on business development and account management, with the balance across commercial and operational performance.

About You

You will have a proven track record in business development, sales or strategic account management, together with:

• Strong Government/public sector account management experience
• An established public sector network and profile
• Demonstrated success growing revenue through existing clients
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders
• Good financial understanding and commercial judgement
• A genuine interest in building relationships and growing business

Experience in security, facilities, property services, logistics, transport, utilities or another service-based environment would be advantageous. Commercial capability and client relationships are more important than industry background.

A Step Up Commercially

This role could suit someone ready to move from BDM or strategic account management into broader commercial and P&L responsibility, with mentoring/guidance from senior management.

You will have the opportunity to build on your strengths in sales and relationship management while developing your regional financial and commercial leadership capability.

Why Join This Organisation?

• High-impact role with real influence over growth and commercial outcomes
• Opportunity to shape regional strategy and long-term client partnerships
• Direct line to national leadership with strong executive visibility as part of the Senior Leadership team
• Join a stable, respected, and nationally recognised organisation

TalentNow! is managing this appointment exclusively.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and a relevant cover letter outlining your commercial management experience, Government/public sector experience, business development achievements and account growth success, to Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply' link.

For a confidential conversation, contact Amanda Scott 021784483.

Applications close: Friday 4^th September 2026.  Applications will be progressed as they are received - do not delay applying.

This is a confidential appointment. The identity of the organisation will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates. NZ-based candidates with relevant NZ experience only. The successful applicant must meet the organisation's strict probity and vetting requirements.

We’re after an experienced Procurement and Sourcing Specialist for a contract of up to 12 months.

This is a role for someone who understands end-to-end sourcing - from strategy and market engagement through to contract negotiation, implementation and supplier management. You'll work with senior stakeholders, develop sourcing strategies, run robust procurement processes and negotiate contracts that deliver commercial value while managing risk.

You can be based in any location across the country, and, on offer is flexibility while working within a collaborative national team.

What you'll bring

You'll have proven experience managing complex sourcing activities within large organisations and understand how to balance commercial outcomes with governance requirements.

Experience within a large complex structure, in the public or private sector, in education, social services, health, infrastructure, social services or any other complex, technical or specialised environment, is a prerequisite.

• At least five years' experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or contract management
• Experience in Central Government process, either supplying or sourcing.
• Strong RFx and tender management experience
• Proven contract negotiation and supplier relationship skills
• The ability to influence senior stakeholders and build trusted relationships
• Sound commercial judgement and an eye for risk, value and process improvement
• Experience delivering measurable procurement savings and business outcomes

Why consider this opportunity?

If you're an experienced procurement or sourcing professional who enjoys navigating complexity, building supplier partnerships and delivering outstanding commercial results, I'd love to hear from you. You'll join a highly capable and high performing team, and work on varied sourcing projects, from expensive capital equipment through to specialist technical products.

Ideally you will be available at short notice, but if a normal notice period is required, then this client will wait for the right expertise! On offer is an excellent hourly rate with contract flexibility being based from anywhere in NZ! There are many offices located throughout the country where you can be based, alongside some WFH.

Process

If this sounds like you and could be your next career move, then please submit an application via our application process by clicking on Apply. You can also reach out to Kevin Chappell on 029-5974739 for an initial confidential chat.

PLEASE NOTE:

1. As this is a contract role, NO overseas applications will be considered or acknowledged.
2. Applicants must also have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
3. We will only engage with those with the prerequisite skills. Those who we don't engage with, we will maintain in our database and be in touch should suitable opportunities arise.