- Our client is an established, high-growth leader in technology lifecycle management and secure B2B infrastructure services across Australasia. They partner with large corporations and public sector organisations to solve two of the modern executive's greatest challenges: data security risk and environmental sustainability.Operating to the highest global standards of data security, quality, and environmental compliance, they provide a premium, non-discretioOur client is an established, high-growth leader in technology lifecycle management and secure B2B infrastructure services across Australasia. They partner with large corporations and public sector organisations to solve two of the modern executive's greatest challenges: data security risk and environmental sustainability.Operating to the highest global standards of data security, quality, and environmental compliance, they provide a premium, non-discretio
- Are you a retail supervisor, duty manager or assistant store manager looking to step away from unpredictable weekend rosters and transition your leadership skills into a corporate career?Randstad is proud to partner with one of New Zealand’s leading insurance providers. Known for their culture of integrity and excellence, they are expanding their high-performing Wellington team.With a newly increased base salary of $65,000 + a lucrative commission structurAre you a retail supervisor, duty manager or assistant store manager looking to step away from unpredictable weekend rosters and transition your leadership skills into a corporate career?Randstad is proud to partner with one of New Zealand’s leading insurance providers. Known for their culture of integrity and excellence, they are expanding their high-performing Wellington team.With a newly increased base salary of $65,000 + a lucrative commission structur
- The CompanyOur client is a prominent player in the financial services sector, with a strong focus on investments and wealth management. Operating within the New Zealand market, they specialize in delivering high-quality solutions across wholesale funds, superannuation, KiwiSaver, and workplace savings. They are dedicated to driving strategic, high-visibility projects and collaborating with an extensive network of internal experts, corporate stakeholders, aThe CompanyOur client is a prominent player in the financial services sector, with a strong focus on investments and wealth management. Operating within the New Zealand market, they specialize in delivering high-quality solutions across wholesale funds, superannuation, KiwiSaver, and workplace savings. They are dedicated to driving strategic, high-visibility projects and collaborating with an extensive network of internal experts, corporate stakeholders, a
- We are seeking immediately available individuals to join a friendly team for a two week temporary administration support assignment.About the RoleRole - Administration / Digitisation Support Assignment - 2 weeks Hours - Monday to Friday, 8am-4.30pmLocation - Grenada North (free onsite car parking)This entry-level position focuses on document conversion and digitisation within a combined office and warehouse environment. You will manage the end-to-end prepaWe are seeking immediately available individuals to join a friendly team for a two week temporary administration support assignment.About the RoleRole - Administration / Digitisation Support Assignment - 2 weeks Hours - Monday to Friday, 8am-4.30pmLocation - Grenada North (free onsite car parking)This entry-level position focuses on document conversion and digitisation within a combined office and warehouse environment. You will manage the end-to-end prepa
- I am seeking a seasoned Manager, Risk Management to join my clients Compliance and Governance business unit. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of professionals to provide independent risk and advisory services, ensuring this organization operates effectively within its mandate as a public service agency.The OpportunityAs the Manager, Risk Management, you will provide critical assurance on the adequacy and efficiency of our risk management frameworI am seeking a seasoned Manager, Risk Management to join my clients Compliance and Governance business unit. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of professionals to provide independent risk and advisory services, ensuring this organization operates effectively within its mandate as a public service agency.The OpportunityAs the Manager, Risk Management, you will provide critical assurance on the adequacy and efficiency of our risk management framewor
- About the Company Our Client is a leading, multi-disciplinary electrical and building services provider in Canterbury. Who pride themselves on delivering top-tier solutions across a diverse range of sectors, driven by innovation, quality, and a highly collaborative team culture. They don’t just work hard; They celebrate successes together with an active social club, legendaryBBQs, and a great supportive environment.The Role We are looking for a dynamic, dAbout the Company Our Client is a leading, multi-disciplinary electrical and building services provider in Canterbury. Who pride themselves on delivering top-tier solutions across a diverse range of sectors, driven by innovation, quality, and a highly collaborative team culture. They don’t just work hard; They celebrate successes together with an active social club, legendaryBBQs, and a great supportive environment.The Role We are looking for a dynamic, d
- SENIOR PROJECT MANAGERFinance & Billing ImplementationAbout the OrganisationA confidential, multi-organisation initiative currently progressing a major Finance and Billing system from RFP through to full implementation. This is a complex, high-visibility programme requiring genuine cross-organisational leadership and not a single-stakeholder delivery role.About the RoleThis 6-month contract sits at a critical stage. The project is moving from RFP into vendSENIOR PROJECT MANAGERFinance & Billing ImplementationAbout the OrganisationA confidential, multi-organisation initiative currently progressing a major Finance and Billing system from RFP through to full implementation. This is a complex, high-visibility programme requiring genuine cross-organisational leadership and not a single-stakeholder delivery role.About the RoleThis 6-month contract sits at a critical stage. The project is moving from RFP into vend
- Senior Project Manager - Contract roleOur client is looking to hire a Senior Project Manager who will provide structured delivery leadership across multiple workstreams within the Programme’s different phases. This will be a Wellington-based 12-month contract role.Key responsibilitiesLead delivery across key workstreams within the Programme, ensuring progress against agreed outcomesDevelop and maintain delivery plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies acSenior Project Manager - Contract roleOur client is looking to hire a Senior Project Manager who will provide structured delivery leadership across multiple workstreams within the Programme’s different phases. This will be a Wellington-based 12-month contract role.Key responsibilitiesLead delivery across key workstreams within the Programme, ensuring progress against agreed outcomesDevelop and maintain delivery plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies ac
- Are you an experienced automotive sales professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with a strong background in the used vehicle industry who is looking to move into a Branch Manager position and lead a successful sales team.You’ll be responsible for driving branch performance, mentoring and developing sales consultants, managing stock and operations, and ensuring an exceptional customer experiencAre you an experienced automotive sales professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with a strong background in the used vehicle industry who is looking to move into a Branch Manager position and lead a successful sales team.You’ll be responsible for driving branch performance, mentoring and developing sales consultants, managing stock and operations, and ensuring an exceptional customer experienc
- A large, well-established organisation is looking for a versatile, agile leader for a temporary contract to oversee a key customer service delivery branch. This role focuses on streamlining communication, managing daily operations, and ensuring that high-volume customer interactions are handled with consistency, empathy, and professionalism.The successful candidate will step in to lead a diverse team, focusing on maintaining high-quality outcomes, hittingA large, well-established organisation is looking for a versatile, agile leader for a temporary contract to oversee a key customer service delivery branch. This role focuses on streamlining communication, managing daily operations, and ensuring that high-volume customer interactions are handled with consistency, empathy, and professionalism.The successful candidate will step in to lead a diverse team, focusing on maintaining high-quality outcomes, hitting
- About the BusinessThis is an established New Zealand data business delivering specialized solutions across both local and international markets. They operate with a flat structure focused on autonomy and delivery, offering a professional, execution-focused environment.About the RoleDrive execution across day-to-day workflows, ad-hoc tasks, and key strategic projects. Acting as the functional link between technical execution and business objectives, this seAbout the BusinessThis is an established New Zealand data business delivering specialized solutions across both local and international markets. They operate with a flat structure focused on autonomy and delivery, offering a professional, execution-focused environment.About the RoleDrive execution across day-to-day workflows, ad-hoc tasks, and key strategic projects. Acting as the functional link between technical execution and business objectives, this se
- Seeking an experienced Executive Assistant for a 6-month temporary contract. You will provide high-level, confidential administrative and analytical support to a Tier 3 Manager.Key ResponsibilitiesDiary & Logistics: Proactively manage complex calendars, travel, and meetings.Workflow Management: Screen correspondence, triage queries, and flag urgent priorities.Documentation: Draft briefings, correspondence, presentations, and speaking notes.Risk & Insights:Seeking an experienced Executive Assistant for a 6-month temporary contract. You will provide high-level, confidential administrative and analytical support to a Tier 3 Manager.Key ResponsibilitiesDiary & Logistics: Proactively manage complex calendars, travel, and meetings.Workflow Management: Screen correspondence, triage queries, and flag urgent priorities.Documentation: Draft briefings, correspondence, presentations, and speaking notes.Risk & Insights:
- Are you a retail supervisor, duty manager or assistant store manager looking to step away from unpredictable weekend rosters and transition your leadership skills into a corporate career?Randstad is proud to partner with one of New Zealand’s leading insurance providers. Known for their culture of integrity and excellence, they are expanding their high-performing Wellington team.With a newly increased base salary of $65,000 + a lucrative commission structurAre you a retail supervisor, duty manager or assistant store manager looking to step away from unpredictable weekend rosters and transition your leadership skills into a corporate career?Randstad is proud to partner with one of New Zealand’s leading insurance providers. Known for their culture of integrity and excellence, they are expanding their high-performing Wellington team.With a newly increased base salary of $65,000 + a lucrative commission structur
- Our client is the global leader in hybrid work solutions, creating productive, inspiring, and collaborative workspaces for companies of all sizes. As the demand for flexible working continues to skyrocket across New Zealand, they are expanding their footprint and looking for a dynamic sales professional to drive growth in the Wellington region.The OpportunityAre you a natural networker who loves the thrill of the chase? Do you thrive in a fast-paced enviroOur client is the global leader in hybrid work solutions, creating productive, inspiring, and collaborative workspaces for companies of all sizes. As the demand for flexible working continues to skyrocket across New Zealand, they are expanding their footprint and looking for a dynamic sales professional to drive growth in the Wellington region.The OpportunityAre you a natural networker who loves the thrill of the chase? Do you thrive in a fast-paced enviro
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manager jobs contract types
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about manager jobs
Managerial roles offer an appealing option for those who enjoy guiding and leading teams toward common goals. As a manager, you're responsible for running the day-to-day operations of a company and supervising teams, regardless of the specific industry or sector. Your role involves evaluating project progress and making financial decisions. Success in this position hinges on strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of professionals.
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