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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.
Evaluating generated documents · Refining business spreadsheets · Reviewing presentation decks
4+ yrs4+ years in management consulting or internal corporate strategy; direct ownership of client-ready strategy decks and executive steering committee materials; fluency in operating model redesign and sensitivity-tested business case models in Excel and PowerPoint
Evaluating AI-generated documents · Refining spreadsheets and slide decks · Training language models
4+ yrs4+ years in management consulting or internal corporate strategy; direct ownership of client-ready strategy decks and executive steering committee materials; fluency with structured problem-solving frameworks, operating model redesign, and sensitivity-tested business case models in Excel and PowerPoint
PwC New Zealand
Developing client deliverables · Designing client solutions · Analysing information
2+ yrs2–5 years’ experience in a public, corporate, or professional services environment; experience working with clients in a professional setting
Synlait Milk · 201-1000 employees
A global leader in milk nutrition, doing milk differently for a healthier world.
Leading transformation initiatives · Simplifying processes · Improving operational performance
10+ yrs10+ years' experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, engineering or operational excellence; bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or related; proven leadership in business transformation and multi-site programmes; legal right to work in New Zealand.
Department of Internal Affairs · 1001-5000 employees
The Government lead for emergency management, building a safe and resilient Aotearoa New Zealand.
Leading teams · Managing workloads · Overseeing enforcement
Proven people leadership and operational management; substantial practical experience in regulatory compliance, investigations and enforcement; strong understanding of evidence gathering and proportionate enforcement; ability to lead through change.
Bayleys Real Estate · 1001-5000 employees
A real estate company providing commercial property and lease management services.
Managing client relationships · Overseeing lease renewals · Preparing budgets
Experience in commercial property, lease or facilities management; strong client relationship, organization, negotiation, financial, and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
ABB · 5001+ employees
A technology company helping industries run leaner and cleaner through electrification and automation solutions.
Managing key accounts · Analyzing KPIs · Building customer relationships
5+ yrsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics or related; 5+ years in supply chain or customer operations; ERP experience (SAP ECC, S/4HANA, APO); advanced Excel and Power BI; strong communication and analytical skills.
Ministry of Education · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Leading engagement strategy · Building relationships · Providing strategic advice
Experience leading strategic initiatives and building relationships with stakeholders; ability to influence system-level decisions; sound political awareness; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees
A people-centred government ministry helping New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
Providing workplace advice · Managing property portfolio · Delivering workplace solutions
Proven experience in workplace strategy, planning, property management or related discipline; knowledge of contemporary workplace practices; demonstrated delivery of workplace transformation projects; strong analytical, stakeholder and communication skills; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Crown Response Office · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Providing functional leadership · Overseeing case work · Quality assuring materials
Significant experience in complex operational, regulatory, statutory, legal, justice sector, claims or case management work; ability to interpret legislation and provide senior advice; right to live and work in New Zealand.
New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Providing policy advice · Leading policy initiatives · Building relationships
5+ yrs5+ years public policy experience; NZ or Australian citizenship or NZ residency; national security clearance or ability to obtain; strong critical thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees
The lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety in New Zealand.
Developing policy · Providing advice · Leading initiatives
5+ yrs5+ years public policy experience; leading complex policy initiatives; strong critical thinking and communication; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; NZ or Australian citizenship or NZ residency; national security clearance for NSCCJ team.
NZ Ministry of Justice · 1001-5000 employees
A government ministry committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of New Zealand.
Leading team · Providing advice · Improving services
Significant people leadership experience in complex operational environments; demonstrated experience leading advisors and analysts; strong operational management, relationship management, and continuous improvement skills.
NZ Ministry of Justice · 1001-5000 employees
A government ministry committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of New Zealand.
Leading teams · Managing operations · Driving improvement
Significant experience leading teams and operational delivery, proven budget and resource management, strong communication and relationship management, experience using data and insights, and a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees
A New Zealand government ministry that creates a resilient and high-performing economy, including managing immigration.
Conducting policy analysis · Providing policy advice · Leading policy work
Relevant tertiary qualification; knowledge of policy frameworks and experience applying them; excellent written and oral communication; collaborative approach; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles; legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
QBE Insurance · 5001+ employees
An international insurer providing risk solutions and insurance products.
Leading process improvement · Managing team · Partnering with stakeholders
Six Sigma Black Belt certification required; demonstrated experience in process improvement and redesign; experience managing or leading others; strong stakeholder management; experience in complex matrixed organisation; must pass work rights, police, and credit checks.
Ministry of Health · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Leading policy projects · Developing policy advice · Mentoring team members
Relevant tertiary qualification; extensive policy development experience; strong analytical, critical thinking, written and verbal communication; relationship management; experience leading and coaching others in policy projects.
Wise Group · 1001-5000 employees
A mental health and addiction service empowering individuals to live full lives in their communities.
Analyzing business issues · Facilitating workshops · Implementing process changes
Experience in business analysis or process improvement, workshop facilitation, process and technology change implementation, project and agile methodologies, business process design, Lean Six Sigma, UX, Design Thinking, and JIRA or similar tools.
Fisher & Paykel · 5001+ employees
A global appliance brand designing human-centred, premium products with a strong New Zealand heritage.
Developing market strategy · Building customer relationships · Collaborating across teams
Experienced commercial leader with a strong track record in building customer relationships, developing markets, and delivering results; experience in building, construction, or property sectors valuable.
Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees
The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.
Leading policy projects · Developing policy advice · Mentoring team members
Relevant tertiary qualification; extensive policy development experience; strong analytical, critical thinking, written and verbal communication; relationship management; experience leading others in policy projects and coaching/mentoring.
ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees
A trusted organization providing care, supporting recovery, and promoting injury prevention in New Zealand.
Leading service operations · Improving service performance · Developing strategic plans
Significant senior leadership experience; experience leading complex service operations and delivering performance improvements; tertiary qualification in business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience; New Zealand work rights
Completing operational tasks · Checking required inputs · Recording outcomes and handoffs
At least 18; able to communicate in English; able to manage daily operational tasks and records consistently; able to align progress reports with current owner updates; reliable high-speed internet; suitable home-working setup
Nelson City Council
Developing commercial frameworks · Overseeing supplier contracts · Leading commercial negotiations
Relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, law or related discipline, or equivalent experience; commercial or contract management experience; New Zealand public-sector procurement knowledge, including Government Procurement Rules; contract framework, negotiation, supplier performance and AI-analysis capability.
Completing preparation tasks · Checking materials and records · Maintaining status notes
At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; able to follow production instructions and keep organized task records; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup; must reside in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States
Nelson City Council
Gathering business requirements · Facilitating stakeholder workshops · Developing benefits plans
Relevant degree with significant business analysis or business process management component; experience applying business analysis techniques, gathering requirements and delivering solutions; Agile business analysis knowledge; understanding of benefits identification and realisation
Supporting project tasks · Tracking commitments and blockers · Recording decisions and actions
At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; able to support project tasks and maintain clear decision, ownership and action records; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup
Lawson Williams
Leading business performance · Developing management structure · Implementing new ERP system
Experience as a General Manager or senior business leader; strong commercial and operational background
Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees
A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.
Leading division performance · Managing client relationships · Driving business development
Significant senior leadership experience in construction, infrastructure or contracting; P&L management, tender strategy, contract negotiation and work-winning experience; proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams; strong client relationship skills
Mapping business needs · Tracing current processes · Identifying process gaps
At least 18; able to communicate in English; ability to analyze business needs and process evidence; ability to reconcile status conflicts; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup; currently reside in an eligible country
Westpac New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees
A New Zealand bank focused on building a fairer and stronger New Zealand for its people, customers, and communities.
Leading branch teams · Developing branch performance · Building customer relationships
Proven recent experience as a successful leader; expert knowledge of the financial services industry; demonstrated experience in leading change
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.
Where the ad shows a salary, most business operations jobs in New Zealand pay $129k to $179k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.
Right now, most are in Auckland (197), Wellington (132) and Canterbury (48). Open a region to see its business operations jobs.
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