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Administration jobs in Wellington.

50 open roles, 18 posted this week, most paying $71k to $82k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • AdministrationYesterday
    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Managing schedules · Coordinating travel and events · Processing expenses and invoices

    Previous experience in a similar role; proficiency in Microsoft Office

    Generous leave
  • Administration2 days ago

    Collections Assistant

    Hutt City Council · 201-1000 employees

    A city council building a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all people thrive.

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Processing library materials · Managing invoices · Coordinating shelving inventory

    2+ yrsAt least two years' experience in library or library technical services, collections processing or administration; strong organizational skills; confidence using Excel; experience with a library management system, preferably Spydus.

    Generous leave
  • Administration2 days ago

    Personal Assistant

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Wellington
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Managing diaries · Coordinating meetings · Preparing documents

    Proven experience as a senior administrator, executive assistant or personal assistant; strong diary and inbox management; excellent planning, organization, communication, and Microsoft Office skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Administration2 days ago

    Personal Assistant

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing complex diaries · Coordinating meetings and travel · Preparing documents and presentations

    Proven experience in a senior administration, executive assistant or personal assistant role; strong diary and inbox management experience supporting senior leaders; advanced Microsoft Office skills; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Administration2 days ago

    Administrator

    Randstad New Zealand

    Wellington
    TemporarySenior

    Booking domestic travel · Setting up meetings · Compiling meeting packs

    Relevant experience

  • Administration1 day ago

    Health Coordinator

    New Zealand Defence Force · 5001+ employees

    A government agency responsible for New Zealand's defence and military capabilities.

    Wellington
    $74.1k-$82.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Coordinating health services · Managing communications · Supporting governance

    Strong administration/coordination skills, MS Office, SharePoint, HTML, customer service approach, and eligibility for NZDF Low Level Security Clearance requiring NZ citizenship or permanent residence with 5-year background history.

    Retirement savings
  • Administration2 days ago

    Workplace Administrator CGRS Lower Hutt

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

    Paraparaumu, Wellington
    Full timeEntry level

    Assisting with financial plans · Liaising with stakeholders · Booking rooms and answering phones

    Full clean New Zealand driver's licence; valid right to work in New Zealand; computer and IT knowledge; administration skills; understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures

  • Administration3 days ago

    Business Support Assistant

    Commerce Commission · 201-1000 employees

    Aotearoa New Zealand's competition, fair trading and economic regulatory agency.

    Wellington
    $61.4k-$72.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Coordinating facilities services · Supporting building maintenance · Providing administrative support

    Previous administration, business support or customer service experience; strong organisational and time management skills; excellent communication; Microsoft Office proficiency; proactive problem-solving; attention to detail.

    Retirement savings
  • Administration3 days ago

    Court Registry Support Officer

    NZ Ministry of Justice · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $56.3k-$74.4k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractEntry level

    Providing customer service · Supporting court operations · Managing case files

    Proven customer service experience; ability to multi-task, be flexible, adapt to change, and provide support in English and Te Reo Maori; fixed-term role until 30 June 2027.

  • Administration2 days ago

    Mata Ahupae | Senior Administrator

    Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington · 1001-5000 employees

    A university renowned for high-quality research and exceptional teaching, attracting people from around the world.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing administrative support · Coordinating budgeting activities · Planning conferences

    Proven operations or executive support experience in a medium to large service delivery operation; ability to manage multiple workstreams; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; must be citizen or resident of NZ or Australia or hold current working visa.

  • Administration2 days ago

    Team Administrator

    Randstad · 5001+ employees

    A recruitment and staffing company specializing in technology and business transformation.

    Wellington
    $60k-$80k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating team activities · Ensuring candidate experience · Managing reporting and compliance

    5+ yrs5 years of experience, bachelor's degree, team coordination and administration skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and strong technical skills including Google.

  • Administration2 days ago

    Senior Executive Assistant

    New Zealand Defence Force · 5001+ employees

    A government agency responsible for New Zealand's defence and military capabilities.

    Wellington
    $78.8k-$87.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing diaries · Coordinating meetings · Monitoring actions

    Proven Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders; advanced Microsoft Office proficiency; strong organizational and communication skills; must meet NZDF security clearance citizenship and residency criteria.

    Retirement savings
  • Administration3 days ago

    Administrator - Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

    Citycare Property · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing social infrastructure.

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Scheduling jobs · Triaging work orders · Managing disruptions

    Strong organisational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities; legal right to work in New Zealand; medical assessment, drug and alcohol test, two references, and Ministry of Justice check required.

  • Administration4 days ago

    Court Registry Officer

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Preparing court space · Processing documents · Managing civil cases

    Generous leave
  • Administration4 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Morrison · 201-1000 employees

    A diversified infrastructure investor with investments across digital infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, and airports.

    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Managing executive calendars · Coordinating executive travel · Preparing reports and presentations

    Extensive experience supporting Executive Directors, C-suite leaders, Board members, or senior leadership teams in a corporate environment.

    Parental leave
  • Administration5 days ago

    PA/Team Administrator

    Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government ministry that creates a resilient and high-performing economy, including managing immigration.

    Wellington
    $60.7k-$70.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing administrative support · Coordinating meetings and travel · Supporting team operations

    Proven experience in personal and administrative support, agility in supporting multiple teams, knowledge of administration systems, strong relationship management, computer literacy, and New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.

    Retirement savings
  • Administration5 days ago

    Advisor | Ministerial Services

    Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Tracking ministerial requests · Managing briefing workflows · Providing process advice

    Knowledge and experience of OIAs, PQs and Ministerial Correspondence; experience working in an office environment; understanding of Government decision-making and operating procedures

  • Administration6 days ago

    Case Manager

    NZ Ministry of Justice · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $65.7k-$77.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Managing cases · Liaising with stakeholders · Providing customer service

    Resilient, detail-oriented, self-aware, multi-tasking, willing to learn; full clean driver's licence; travel for out-of-town hearings up to 10 weeks per year.

    Generous leave
  • Administration8 days ago

    Administrative Support

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Maintaining management systems · Coordinating meetings and events · Providing administrative support

    Some experience in a similar support role; confidence using Outlook, Excel and Word

    Generous leave
  • Administration8 days ago

    Judges Associate

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time
  • Administration9 days ago

    Team Assistant

    Morrison · 201-1000 employees

    A diversified infrastructure investor with investments across digital infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, and airports.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Coordinating office operations · Managing meeting rooms · Supporting administrative tasks

    Previous experience in office coordination or administration; strong organizational and communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to work five days a week in the Wellington office.

    Parental leave
  • Administration9 days ago

    Workplace Administrator - Porirua

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Paraparaumu, Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Assisting with financial plans · Liaising with vendors · Booking rooms and answering phones

    Full, clean New Zealand driver's licence

  • Administration9 days ago

    Office Manager

    Firstgas · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand energy company delivering gas and developing renewable energy projects.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Supporting general managers · Managing office operations · Coordinating events

    Experience in office management, administration or coordination; strong organizational and communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to handle confidential information; can-do attitude and initiative.

    Four-day week
  • Administration11 days ago

    Team Administrator

    ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A trusted organization providing care, supporting recovery, and promoting injury prevention in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $60.5k-$68.3k a yearFull time

    Providing team administration · Organising meetings and workshops · Supporting financial administration

    Strong administration skills; New Zealand work rights at application

    Retirement savings
  • Administration11 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Coordinating meetings and travel · Supporting financial processes · Coordinating business projects

    Administration, business or office support experience; experience supporting managers and teams; ability to assist with project schedules and progress updates; written and verbal communication skills; stakeholder engagement; Microsoft Office and business systems experience; existing eligibility to work in New Zealand

  • Administration12 days ago

    Executive Assistant to the Deputy Chief Executive, Kaupapa Māori (Part-time - 32 hours per week)

    Te Papa · 201-1000 employees

    The national museum of New Zealand, connecting people with stories, taonga, ideas, and experiences.

    Wellington
    $62.2k-$81k a yearOnsitePart timeMid level

    Managing diaries · Coordinating events · Preparing reports

    Experience providing executive support in a complex environment, strong knowledge of tikanga Māori and intermediate te reo Māori, advanced administrative skills, Microsoft 365 proficiency, and legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Administration12 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Monitoring administrative budgets · Managing procurement procedures · Supporting staff administration

    2+ yrsNew Zealand citizenship or residency visa permitting permanent full-time work; currently residing in New Zealand; bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 2 years’ professional experience in accountancy, adm…

    Retirement savings
  • Administration12 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing clinician diaries · Processing ACC claims · Maintaining banking records

    Previous customer-facing or administration experience; full, valid NZ driver's licence; currently residing in New Zealand; valid work rights; available to commence immediately

  • Administration13 days ago

    Connections Administrator

    Tiaki Wai · 201-1000 employees

    A council-owned organisation managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing team inbox · Coordinating meetings and agendas · Processing applications and enquiries

    Experience in administration, customer service, coordination or business support; financial administration experience including invoicing, purchase orders and payment processing; experience using Microsoft Office and business systems; legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a work visa

    Generous leave
  • Administration13 days ago

    Workplace Administrator - Kāpiti

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Paraparaumu, Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Assisting with scheduling · Liaising with stakeholders · Handling reception duties

    Full, clean New Zealand driver's licence; computer skills and IT knowledge; understanding of Tikanga Māori principles and Te Tiriti o Waitangi; knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture

About administration jobs in Wellington

There are 50 roles open for administration jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 18 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 40 full time, 4 part time and 2 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $71k to $82k a year.

That's 50 of the 296 administration jobs across New Zealand.

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There are 50 roles open for administration jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 18 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

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