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Business operations jobs in New Zealand.

522 open roles, 147 posted this week, most paying $129k to $179k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Business operations1 day ago

    License Owner & Operator, Wellington

    Stranger Soccer · 51-200 employees

    A company that makes playing football easy and accessible through an app, operating in multiple cities worldwide.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Launching operations · Managing team · Driving growth

    Passion for football, experience in management, operations, sales, or customer-facing roles, entrepreneurial mindset, ability to work independently, and strong ownership and ambition.

  • Business operations1 day ago

    License Owner & Operator, Auckland

    Stranger Soccer · 51-200 employees

    A company that makes playing football easy and accessible through an app, operating in multiple cities worldwide.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Launching brand · Managing team · Securing venues

    Passion for football, local community connections, experience in management, operations, sales, or customer-facing roles, entrepreneurial mindset, ability to work independently, and ambition to grow the brand locally.

  • Business operations1 day ago

    Business Advisor

    ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $90.0k-$110.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing financial advice · Overseeing contracts · Supporting strategic planning

    Experience in financial management and contract oversight; strong written advice and communication; stakeholder management; must be Wellington based and hold New Zealand work rights.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Manager, Global Sales Operations

    Seequent · 201-1000 employees

    A Bentley Subsurface Company building world-leading technology at the forefront of earth sciences, helping organizations understand the underground.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Leading global sales operations · Overseeing transaction governance · Sponsoring operational improvements

    8+ yrs8+ years' leadership in global sales or commercial operations, order management or quote-to-cash; experience leading through other leaders or coordinating regional teams; order-lifecycle, licensing, invoicing, controls and compliance knowledge; experience sponsoring process, systems, automation or transformation initiatives

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Consultant - Business Consulting

    EY · 5001+ employees

    A global professional services firm providing consulting, assurance, tax, and transaction services.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Designing transformation initiatives · Solving business challenges · Facilitating workshops

    3+ yrs3–5 years delivering transformation, consulting, programme, or change-related work; experience contributing to project, programme, or transformation delivery; hands-on experience in strategy development, operating models, service design, policy design, customer experience, or programme delivery

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Change Director, Establishment

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Leading operational change · Coordinating implementation planning · Advising on readiness and risks

    Significant experience leading and embedding change in a large or complex operational organisation; understanding of change management principles; experience translating programme or organisational priorities into operational plans; experience leading people

  • Business operations2 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Coordinating promotional activity · Proofreading catalogue content · Analysing sales performance

    Category, merchandise or buying exposure, or a passion for developing a career in this area; strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Leading improvement initiatives · Aligning team priorities · Building process capability

    Experience improving and redesigning end-to-end business processes; experience leading others; Six Sigma Black Belt certification; experience in a complex or matrixed organisation; work rights, police and credit checks

    Parental leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor PPI

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $133.6k-$148.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading regulatory planning · Monitoring performance · Driving continuous improvement

    Tertiary qualification in public policy, business, law, data analytics or related field; equivalent regulatory/government experience; proven planning, performance monitoring, and reporting skills; strong communication; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Policy & Practice Coordinator (6109454)

    New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees

    The lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $111.5k-$129.3k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Developing policy · Improving practice · Monitoring performance

    Team Leader level role; requires relationship building, communication, organizational skills, and understanding of te ao Māori; must have right to work in New Zealand; pre-employment checks include reference, drug and alcohol testing, and police vetting.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Strategic Business Analyst

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A Crown Research Institute driving innovation in agricultural emissions research and bioeconomy.

    Manawatū-Whanganui
    $107.0k a yearHybridFull timeSenior

    Conducting strategic analysis · Leading strategic projects · Researching emerging opportunities

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree in business, commerce, economics, information systems, data analytics, agricultural science, environmental science, public policy or related; 5+ years complex research and analysis experience; ability to work independently and build relationships.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Mail Centre Transformation Specialist

    New Zealand Post · 1001-5000 employees

    A national postal and logistics operator managing a large and diverse fleet.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Optimizing processes · Implementing changes · Analyzing data

    Strong experience in Operational Excellence, Lean and continuous improvement; proven ability to lead operational change; excellent stakeholder engagement; eligibility to work in New Zealand; subject to security and reference checks.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Business Coordinator

    New Zealand Automobile Association · 201-1000 employees

    A trusted New Zealand brand providing services and products to over 1.8 million members.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Coordinating operations · Managing reporting · Maintaining systems

    Experience in business coordination, reporting or operational administration; strong Excel skills; ability to work with data, systems and processes; attention to detail; autonomous work capability.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Maintenance Systems and AWM Coordinator

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating maintenance systems · Managing claims and reporting · Communicating with teams

    Strong communication, proven administration/coordination/systems experience, high attention to detail, time management, problem-solving, and commitment to health, safety, confidentiality.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Principal Advisor, DCE DSS

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry helping New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.

    Wellington
    $163.4k-$217.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading complex projects · Building capability

    Significant experience providing strategic advice to executive leadership, ability to operate in complex environments, engage with ministerial offices, strong systems thinking, political nous, and excellent written and critical thinking skills.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Principal Advisor

    Ministry of Education · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $120.2k-$145.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing analysis · Leading programmes · Developing policy options

    Experienced professional in operational policy with strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Regional Advisor - Northern

    WorkSafe New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    The primary workplace health and safety regulator in New Zealand, dedicated to preventing workplace harm and promoting a culture of safety.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    $83.1k-$91.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing operational advice · Analyzing information · Coordinating regional planning

    Experience providing operational or business management support to senior leaders, analyzing operational information, coordinating work plans across teams, and managing high-volume requests.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Staff Housing Coordinator

    Skyline Enterprises

    Queenstown, Otago
    Full time

    Booking staff housing · Allocating staff accommodation · Conducting room inspections

    Full NZ driver licence; right to legally work in New Zealand

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Assistant Activities Manager

    Skyline Enterprises

    Queenstown, Otago
    Full time

    Supporting operations · Supporting team leadership · Improving service delivery

    3+ yrsMinimum three years of relevant experience; right to legally work in New Zealand

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Assistant Commercial Manager

    UDC Finance · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand finance company supporting businesses in transport, forestry, agriculture, and manufacturing.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Supporting commercial managers · Managing customer relationships · Providing administrative support

    Proven critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, and independent working skills; ability to support commercial managers and maintain customer service culture.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Relationship Manager

    Tata Consultancy Services · 5001+ employees

    A global IT services and consulting company.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing client relationships · Analyzing business requirements · Aligning technology solutions

    8+ yrs8-16 years of experience in business analysis, communication, and retail business analysis; strong client engagement and requirement analysis skills.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Operations Assistant

    Harvey Norman · 5001+ employees

    A leading New Zealand retailer of quality products with outstanding customer service.

    Gisborne
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Coordinating stock · Supporting sales · Providing customer service

    Experience with stock or in a retail environment; strong communication and customer service; attention to detail; time management; basic computer skills and POS experience desirable; retail sales or cashier experience desirable.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Replenishment Operations Specialist

    Woolworths Supermarkets · 5001+ employees

    A supermarket chain in New Zealand providing groceries and everyday products.

    Cambridge, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing stock flow · Leading team training · Resolving process issues

    Process excellence, collaborative partnerships, effective team leadership, compliance expertise, exceptional communication, values-aligned behavior, ability to work four weekend shifts per month and at least one evening each week.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    NZ Supermarket CEA 1.5

    Woolworths Supermarkets · 5001+ employees

    A supermarket chain in New Zealand providing groceries and everyday products.

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing process flow · Leading team development · Ensuring compliance

    Process excellence, collaborative partnerships, effective team leadership, compliance expertise, communication skills, values alignment, ability to work four weekend shifts per month and at least one evening each week.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Regional Manager - Central Districts

    Fonterra · 5001+ employees

    A dairy manufacturing company operating in New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading teams · Driving regional growth · Managing retail stores

    Trusted leader with experience leading diverse teams, managing retail stores, and driving regional growth; based in or willing to relocate to Palmerston North.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Manager, Property Partnerships

    New Zealand Defence Force · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $117.4k-$136.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing property tenure · Negotiating commercial agreements · Providing strategic advice

    Experience in property tenure and contract management, understanding of Treaty of Waitangi principles, public sector procurement, strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and a full clean Class 1 driver's licence.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Branch Manager

    Stellar Recruitment

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Leading branch team · Managing customer relationships · Overseeing service operations

    Leadership experience in a branch, service, workshop, or similar operational environment; industry experience in automotive, heavy equipment, materials handling, transport, or a related sector; full New Zealand Driver's Licence

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Business Planning and Operations

    icebreaker · 201-1000 employees

    A merino wool apparel brand committed to sustainability, responsible sourcing, and building an inclusive community.

    Auckland
    Full timeEntry level

    Managing wholesale customer processes · Analyzing sell-out data · Developing sales plans and forecasts

    Hands-on experience with ERP and CRM systems and sales processes; experience analyzing sales data and KPIs; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

  • Business operations3 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Delivering claims optimisation initiatives · Improving claims workflows · Coordinating operational audit responses

    Experience in insurance claims; understanding of end-to-end claims operations; experience in process improvement, operational uplift, change delivery, or transformation

  • Business operations3 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing property claims · Evaluating property damage · Building stakeholder relationships

    Experience in property claims assessment or loss adjusting

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About business operations jobs in New Zealand

There are 522 roles open for business operations jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 147 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 443 full time, 9 part time and 36 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $129k to $179k a year.

Most are in Auckland (197), Wellington (132) and Canterbury (48).

1 ad says the employer will support a visa.

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There are 522 roles open for business operations jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 147 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

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