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Jobs in Wellington.

1,382 open roles, 459 posted this week, most paying $110k to $166k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Business development2 days ago
    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    Part time

    Developing business relationships · Conducting discovery conversations · Managing client pipelines

    7+ yrs7+ years in Business Development, Account Management, or Commercial Engagement

  • Customer service1 day ago

    Retail Assistant - Replenishment

    Woolworths New Zealand · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Providing customer service · Replenishing products · Maintaining store standards

    Flexible availability between 4:30pm and 6:30am, strong customer service and interpersonal skills, detail-oriented and proactive, commitment to safety and compliance.

  • Customer service1 day ago

    Online Assistant

    Woolworths Supermarkets · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Picking orders · Packing orders · Communicating with departments

    Good customer service, teamwork, effective communication, willingness to work on feet for shift duration, and a friendly attitude.

  • Sales1 day ago

    Store Manager

    Woolworths New Zealand · 5001+ employees

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

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Coaching leaders · Driving growth

    Proven people and operational leadership, commercial acumen, passion for fresh food, data-driven decision making, ability to work four weekend shifts per month including at least one Saturday and Sunday, and at least one evening per week.

  • Software development2 days ago

    Senior Analyst Developer | Kaiwhakawhanake Tātari Matua

    Statistics NZ · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington+1 more
    $97.3k-$131.6k a yearOnsiteContractSenior

    Developing software · Resolving production issues · Managing deployments

    Proven full-stack developer with JS and .NET proficiency; cloud-based web apps, SQL databases, automated testing, TDD, CI, code review, version control; web security knowledge; NZ Government Web Standards a plus; willingness to learn Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Reo, Te Ao Māori.

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Data and analytics2 days ago

    Senior Analyst – Performance, Reporting and Insights

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing dashboards · Analyzing portfolio data · Providing insights

    Demonstrated experience in senior-level performance reporting and analytical insights; strong analytical and communication skills; relevant tertiary qualification preferred; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Software development2 days ago

    Senior Analyst Developer | Kaiwhakawhanake Tātari Matua

    Statistics NZ · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington+1 more
    $97.3k-$131.6k a yearOnsiteContractSenior

    Developing software · Resolving production issues · Managing deployments

    Proven full-stack developer with JS and .Net proficiency; cloud-based web apps, SQL databases, automated testing, TDD, CI, version control; knowledge of web security; NZ Government Web Standards a plus; willingness to learn Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Reo, Te Ao Māori.

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Manager

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

    The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing business functions · Providing strategic advice · Overseeing planning and performance

    Experience managing internal business functions in a government department, proven people leadership, strategic thinking, relationship management, and ability to deliver work programmes.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Planning, Performance & Improvement

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

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

    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, or equivalent experience in regulatory/government environment; proven planning, performance monitoring, and assurance experience; strong communication and stakeholder skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Design3 days ago

    Senior Content Designer

    ANZ Banking Group Limited · 5001+ employees

    A bank focused on improving financial wellbeing and sustainability of customers.

    Wellington+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Creating content strategies · Designing user experiences · Collaborating with teams

    Proven experience leading content strategy and design projects; strong understanding of content design and design thinking; collaboration across teams; proficiency in project planning, communication, presentation; familiarity with Figma and WCAG 2.1 standards.

  • Project management2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Benefits and Continuous Improvement

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing frameworks · Providing advice · Facilitating communities

    Strong experience developing and embedding enterprise frameworks in a large organisation; deep understanding of portfolio, programme and project management; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    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
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Group General Manager Client Service Delivery

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $262.2k-$349.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading service delivery · Managing senior teams · Building partnerships

    Significant leadership experience in a large, complex service-focused organization; experience leading senior leaders and geographically dispersed teams; strong communication and relationship skills; understanding of government and public service; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Software development3 days ago

    Senior / Staff Engineer - Regulatory Technology

    Sharesies · 201-1000 employees

    A financial services company enabling investment, saving, and wealth-building through KiwiSaver and other products.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing backend code · Running database queries · Supporting audits

    Comfortable with Python and PostgreSQL; excellent attention to detail; strong communication; adaptable; legally entitled to work in New Zealand; must obtain Ministry of Justice Criminal Convictions and Credit check.

  • Communications2 days ago

    Specialist Advisor Extension Resource Development

    Ministry for Primary Industries · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $121.8k-$142.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Leading communications planning · Coordinating publications · Managing digital content

    Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, engagement, journalism, public relations, extension, agricultural science or related discipline, or equivalent senior-level experience; significant experience in publications, digital content, campaigns, and project management; strong primary sector knowledge; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Software development2 days ago

    Test Automation Engineer

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Designing automated tests · Maintaining test frameworks · Integrating CI/CD pipelines

    Experience designing, building and maintaining automated tests and frameworks; familiarity with Agile, Product Management, ITIL; tools like Jira, Confluence, Selenium; must be NZ citizen or permanent resident, reside in NZ, pass security clearance, drug test, and police check.

    Generous leave
  • Software development2 days ago

    Senior Analyst Developer - Kaiwhakawhanake Tātari Mātāmua

    Statistics NZ · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $97.3k-$131.6k a yearOnsiteContractSenior

    Designing digital solutions · Maintaining data services · Collaborating with stakeholders

    Experience with data lake platforms (Cloudera or Databricks), strong Microsoft SQL, relational and NoSQL databases, Linux and Windows, backend development, functional and object-oriented programming, DevOps practices, and strong collaboration skills.

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Contract Advisor

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $79.2k-$95.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating contracts · Ensuring compliance · Liaising with providers

    Proven experience in contract coordination and administration within a regulatory environment; understanding of commissioning, contract law, and contract management systems; stakeholder liaison; intermediate Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Engineering2 days ago

    Planning & Engineering Practice Manager - Control Systems

    Transpower New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington+1 more
    HybridFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading technical specialists · Managing engineering practices · Building stakeholder relationships

    Proven people leadership and line management; experience leading technical support functions; developing technical policies and governance; tertiary qualification in engineering, IT, or computer science; existing eligibility to work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Business Advisor

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

    The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing strategic advice · Managing business performance · Supporting leadership decisions

    Experience in a business function within a government department, ability to analyze business information, proven organizational skills, critical thinking, strong communication, and ability to work in a team.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor, DCE DSS

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

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

    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; strong systems thinking, political nous, and stakeholder engagement; excellent written and critical thinking skills.

  • Maintenance and repair2 days ago

    Operations Lead

    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 levelManages people

    Leading lifeguard team · Overseeing facility operations · Managing staff rosters

    Current Pool Lifeguard Competency Certificate or Pool Lifeguard Skills Award, First Aid Certificate, swimming pool water treatment certificate, team leadership experience, budget and rostering experience, and commitment to safety and customer service.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor - Business Services

    NZ Qualifications Authority · 201-1000 employees

    A government authority ensuring New Zealand qualifications are recognized and respected, maintaining assessment integrity.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading governance work · Coordinating responses

    Extensive public-sector experience including machinery of government, ministerial processes, and parliamentary requirements; strong track record of strategic advice to senior leaders; exceptional written communication; right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Accounting and finance3 days ago

    Assistant Treasury/Manager

    Infratil · 201-1000 employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing cash position · Executing funding actions · Overseeing treasury payments

    6+ yrs6+ years corporate treasury, banking, or debt capital markets experience; finance, commerce, or economics degree; CA, CFA, INFINZ, or ACT desirable; advanced Excel; strong communication and control mindset.

  • Marketing3 days ago

    Intermediate / Senior Marketing Designer

    Sharesies · 201-1000 employees

    A financial services company enabling investment, saving, and wealth-building through KiwiSaver and other products.

    Wellington+1 more
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Designing marketing assets · Creating motion graphics · Developing brand storytelling

    Multidisciplinary creative with strong graphic design, motion design, animation, and multimedia storytelling skills; legally entitled to work in New Zealand; must pass Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check and credit check.

  • 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
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Group General Manager Client Service Delivery

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading service delivery · Developing leadership teams · Building partnerships

    Significant leadership experience in a large, complex service-focused organisation; experience leading senior leaders and geographically dispersed teams; strong communication and relationship skills; understanding of government and public service; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor - Business Services

    New Zealand Qualifications Authority · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading governance work · Coordinating divisional responses

    Extensive public-sector experience including machinery of government, ministerial processes, and parliamentary requirements; strong track record of strategic advice to senior leaders; exceptional written communication; ability to coordinate complex responses; right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Accounting and finance2 days ago

    Finance Administrator

    Ministry for Primary Industries · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry partnering with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

    Wellington
    $62.0k-$71.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Processing financial transactions · Reconciling accounts · Managing debt collection

    Accounts receivable/payable experience, solid accounting knowledge, strong customer service and numerical skills, ability to prioritize, and right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • IT2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Security Assurance

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington+4 more
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading security assurance · Evaluating security controls · Gathering evidence

    Experience in security assurance, control testing, or audits; knowledge of NZISM, PSR, and security frameworks; ability to achieve and maintain NZ Government SECRET clearance; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave

About jobs in Wellington

There are 1,382 roles open for jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 459 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 1,091 full time, 116 part time and 70 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $110k to $166k a year.

The busiest fields are Sales (171), Business operations (132) and IT (108).

8 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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There are 1,382 roles open for jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 459 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do jobs in Wellington pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most jobs in Wellington pay $110k to $166k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

What kinds of jobs are there in Wellington?

The fields with the most open roles in Wellington right now are Sales (171), Business operations (132) and IT (108).

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