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Director jobs in New Zealand.

67 open roles, 17 posted this week, most paying $130k to $200k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Project managementYesterday

    Director Te Ihuwaka

    Education Review Office · 201-1000 employees

    A government agency that evaluates education and mobilizes evidence to improve policy and practice.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading strategic direction · Overseeing research projects · Building relationships

    Relevant tertiary qualification or extensive comparable experience; extensive research, evaluation and evidence-mobilisation experience; proven leadership and management; knowledge of NZ public service and Te Tiriti o Waitangi; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Sales18 hours ago

    Account Director

    Circana · 5001+ employees

    A leading advisor on consumer behavior, providing technology, analytics, and data to help brands and retailers unlock business growth.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing client portfolio · Building partnerships · Driving revenue growth

    5+ yrs5+ years in FMCG, retail insights, category management, market research, consulting, or account management; deep understanding of NZ retail landscape; strong commercial acumen; advanced analytical and presentation skills; proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Accounting and finance1 day ago

    Director of Finance

    JW Marriott · 5001+ employees

    A hotel brand offering simplified, uncomplicated experiences for independent travelers, part of Marriott International.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading financial strategy · Managing accounting teams · Developing budgets

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years related work experience; international luxury hospitality brand exposure preferred; strong financial leadership, strategic planning, and team management skills.

  • Business operations1 day ago

    Global Director of Operations

    Enatel · 201-1000 employees

    A manufacturer of power systems and energy solutions.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Overseeing operations · Managing teams · Driving strategy

    No specific requirements stated.

  • Sales1 day ago

    Director of Sales

    Pullman Hotels & Resorts · 5001+ employees

    A hotel operator offering accommodation and hospitality services in New Zealand and worldwide.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading sales strategy · Driving revenue · Building partnerships

    Proven senior sales experience in hotels or hospitality; strong commercial acumen across corporate, MICE, and group segments; excellent relationship-building and leadership skills; full working rights in New Zealand.

  • Business operations1 day ago

    Director of Operations

    Pullman Hotels & Resorts · 5001+ employees

    A hotel operator offering accommodation and hospitality services in New Zealand and worldwide.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading pre-opening · Driving operational strategy · Coaching operational teams

    Proven senior hotel operations leadership, ideally in premium or luxury hospitality; strong knowledge of Rooms, F&B, and hotel operations; commercial acumen; full working rights in New Zealand.

  • Business development1 day ago

    Commercial Director - Pet

    ZURU · 1001-5000 employees

    A global company disrupting industries through radical innovation and automation across toys, consumer goods, and construction.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading commercial strategy · Managing P&L · Engaging retailers

    8+ yrs8+ years commercial leadership in consumer goods; proven P&L ownership; top-to-top retailer engagement; strong analytics with POS and syndicated data; experience leading commercial teams.

  • Accounting and finance1 day ago

    Director of Finance

    JW Marriott · 5001+ employees

    A hotel brand offering simplified, uncomplicated experiences for independent travelers, part of Marriott International.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Strategic financial planning · Leading finance teams · Managing budgets

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years of related work experience; international luxury hospitality brand exposure preferred; strong financial and leadership skills.

  • Human resources3 days ago

    Director HR Operations, Southern and South Canterbury

    Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable and excellent education system in New Zealand.

    Dunedin, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading HR teams · Implementing HR strategies · Delivering HR projects

    10+ yrsMinimum 10 years' senior HR management leadership experience; strong end-to-end P&C background; knowledge of employment and health and safety legislation; ability to lead HR teams in complex environments.

  • Supply chain and logistics4 days ago

    Director Procurement

    Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) · 5001+ employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable and excellent education system in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $211.9k-$299.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading procurement strategy · Managing supplier partnerships · Developing procurement teams

    Significant experience leading procurement or commercial functions in a large complex organisation; demonstrated success in procurement strategy, high-value procurement, and leadership; understanding of NZ Government Procurement Rules and public sector requirements; experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Director Branch Performance - Partnerships and Commissions

    Department of Internal Affairs · 5001+ employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable and excellent education system in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $175.7k-$195.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading performance teams · Providing strategic advice · Managing governance and risk

    Proven experience leading strategic performance, planning, governance or corporate services in a complex organization; strong people leadership; experience managing OIA and official correspondence; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Accounting and finance3 days ago

    Associate Client Director - Corporate

    Kiwibank · 1001-5000 employees

    A bank that provides smart, practical banking support to help Kiwi move towards their financial goals.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing client portfolios · Structuring lending solutions · Preparing credit submissions

    Experience in lending and credit risk including complex cashflow and syndicated deals; strong commercial acumen; proactive risk management; excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

    Generous leave
  • Education4 days ago

    Director of Music

    Inspired Education Holdings Limited · 5001+ employees

    A leading global group of premium schools providing world-class education from Kindergarten to Year 13.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid levelManages people

    Leading music programme · Managing music staff · Directing performances

    Recognised teaching qualification (Bachelor of Education, Music or equivalent), current teacher registration or Limited Authority to Teach, proven music teaching and leadership experience, NZ police check, and willingness to attend events outside regular hours.

  • Business operations6 days ago

    Director of Revenue Management

    Sheraton · 5001+ employees

    A hotel brand offering simplified, uncomplicated experiences for independent travelers, part of Marriott International.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Analyzing revenue data · Managing pricing strategy · Building stakeholder relationships

    Experience in revenue management in New Zealand strongly preferred; current experience in Christchurch market ideal; currently working as Director of Revenue Management; preopening experience a plus.

  • Sales6 days ago

    Director of Sales & Marketing

    Sheraton · 5001+ employees

    A hotel brand offering simplified, uncomplicated experiences for independent travelers, part of Marriott International.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading sales team · Managing marketing budget · Building customer relationships

    Prior experience leading sales and marketing for an international hotel chain; Marriott experience highly desirable; local Christchurch knowledge advantageous; New Zealand working rights preferred.

  • Project management7 days ago

    Policy Director Mental Health, Addiction and Suicide Prevention

    Ministry of Health · 5001+ employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable and excellent education system in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $200.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading policy programmes · Providing strategic advice · Building relationships

    Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; extensive senior policy leadership in central government; strong understanding of legislative and political environments; permanent NZ working rights; based in Wellington.

  • Legal and compliance7 days ago

    Director Regional Legal Services

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable and excellent education system in New Zealand.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading legal teams · Managing legal risk · Building strategic relationships

    Significant senior legal leadership experience in public sector or complex environment; proven success leading leaders and dispersed teams; deep understanding of public law, litigation and court processes; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Legal and compliance7 days ago

    Manu Tāiko | Associate Director, Employment Law and Employment Relations

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

    A university renowned for high-quality research and exceptional teaching, operating childcare centres for children from birth to school age.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading employment law team · Managing collective bargaining · Developing HR policy

    Extensive employment relations experience, including leading complex and high-risk matters; proven collective bargaining leadership; strong employment law and HR knowledge; people leadership experience; excellent communication; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Accounting and finance8 days ago

    Associate Director / Director, NZ Fixed Income Sales

    Commonwealth Bank of Australia · 5001+ employees

    A bank providing institutional banking and markets solutions to major corporate and government clients.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Building client relationships · Developing market insights · Generating trade ideas

    5+ yrs5-7 years Fixed Income/Rates sales experience in Global Markets; strong institutional client relationship management; knowledge of Fixed Income, Rates, FX; commercial sales capability; tertiary qualification in Finance, Economics, Business preferred.

  • Medical8 days ago

    Clinical Director Acute Care Services, Health NZ-Whanganui

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing hospital and clinical services across New Zealand.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timePart timeSeniorManages people

    Providing clinical leadership · Driving quality improvement · Maintaining clinical practice

    Vocationally registered Emergency Medicine Consultant or General Medicine Physician with demonstrated clinical leadership, service development, quality and patient safety, multidisciplinary team leadership, and strategic planning experience.

    Relocation support
  • Project management8 days ago

    Director Regulatory Operations

    Education Review Office · 201-1000 employees

    A government agency that evaluates education and mobilizes evidence to improve policy and practice.

    Auckland+2 more
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading regulatory operations · Managing risks · Building relationships

    Significant senior leadership in regulatory, compliance, or assurance; understanding of regulatory practice and administrative law; experience managing legal, operational, and reputational risks; strong people leadership; financial and resource management; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Medical9 days ago

    Clinical Director Microbiology

    PHF Science · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand government-owned research organisation specialising in public health and forensic science.

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeSeniorManages people

    Providing scientific leadership · Leading microbiology services · Mentoring staff

    Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia in clinical microbiology or equivalent; vocational registration as pathologist with current APC and CPD; significant experience in clinical/public health microbiology; leadership in diagnostic service delivery; knowledge of ISO 15189; right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Medical9 days ago

    Clinical Director | Anatomical Pathology

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing hospital and clinical services across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeContractSeniorManages people

    Directing pathology services · Managing clinical staff · Overseeing operations

    Clinical Director for Anatomical Pathology; requires medical leadership and management expertise; contract/temp part-time role.

  • Human resources9 days ago

    Human Resources Director, New Zealand

    DKSH · 5001+ employees

    A distributor of cosmetics, fragrances, skincare, wellness, and haircare products, connecting New Zealand with the world of beauty.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading HR function · Developing HR strategies · Managing talent acquisition

    10+ yrsDegree in HR, business management or related field preferred; up to 10 years HR leadership experience; MNC and matrixed organization experience; strong knowledge of New Zealand employment law; proven HR strategy implementation and business acumen.

  • Project management9 days ago

    Priority Location Director

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government body providing environmental services and ecological advice for Auckland.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractSeniorManages people

    Leading programme · Managing stakeholders · Preparing business cases

    15+ yrs15+ years leading growth or place-based development programmes; strong financial and commercial acumen; exceptional stakeholder and political management; cultural competency with te Tiriti o Waitangi; full clean NZ driver's licence.

    Retirement savings
  • Hospitality9 days ago

    Director of Food & Beverage

    Sheraton · 5001+ employees

    A hotel brand offering simplified, uncomplicated experiences for independent travelers, part of Marriott International.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Developing strategies · Managing budgets · Leading team

    5+ yrsMinimum 5 years leading F&B teams; full working rights for New Zealand preferred; strong restaurant and bar background; experience in opening venues preferred; strong track record with marketing and kitchen.

  • Sales10 days ago

    Project Director

    Travel + Leisure Co. · 5001+ employees

    A global vacation ownership and travel membership company that provides vacation experiences and travel inspiration.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Driving sales performance · Leading sales teams · Partnering with marketing

    Proven success leading large sales teams in a fast-paced environment; strong coaching, performance management, leadership, commercial acumen, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Sales9 days ago

    Regional Sales Director - Government Solutions

    Archistar · 51-200 employees

    A global leader in property technology, using AI to transform planning, consenting, and building approval processes.

    Auckland+2 more
    RemoteFull timeSenior

    Building pipeline · Leading sales · Managing territory

    7+ yrs7+ years enterprise SaaS or technology sales experience; track record selling into New Zealand councils or public sector; established relationships; experience with tenders, RFPs, RFQs; proven sales target achievement.

  • Human resources9 days ago

    Director of Human Resources

    Sheraton · 5001+ employees

    A hotel brand offering simplified, uncomplicated experiences for independent travelers, part of Marriott International.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing HR strategy · Overseeing recruitment · Developing staff

    Prior experience leading an HR team; strong knowledge of employment law; working rights in New Zealand preferred; self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Sales10 days ago

    Director of Sales — Cluster (Rydges Auckland / Rydges Formosa Golf Resort)

    EVT · 5001+ employees

    A premium lifestyle hotel brand known for unexpected and unrequested guest experiences.

    Auckland
    $130k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Developing sales strategy · Leading sales team · Managing key accounts

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years in Senior Sales Manager role with $5M+ annual revenue; proven account management of $1M+; CRM proficiency; tertiary qualification in Business, Hospitality or Marketing desirable.

    Parental leave