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Do you hold a law degree and a current practicing certificate? Can you build strong relationships, influence others, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing?Have you worked in employment law or employment relations within a tertiary, public, or private sector environment? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Principal Counsel to join the Employment Law and Employment Relations team in Te Pūmanawa Tāngata - Human Resources on a permanent, full-time basis. There is flexibility to work one day a week from home.Key responsibilities:Provide strategic employment law advice to senior leaders on complex workforce, industrial relations, organisational change, and employee relations matters.Lead the management of significant workplace disputes, investigations, employment litigation, and regulatory proceedings, balancing legal, commercial, and reputational considerations.Partner with HR and business leaders to develop practical, risk-based solutions that enable organisational objectives while ensuring legal compliance.Support collective bargaining, consultation processes, and engagement with unions and employee representatives, providing expert legal and industrial relations guidance.Lead the identification and management of employment law risks, including monitoring legislative developments and translating legal change into practical organisational responses.Oversee the development and review of employment policies, agreements, contracts, and governance frameworks to maintain a contemporary and compliant employment environment.Provide expert advice on privacy, official information, and other statutory obligations relating to employment matters, ensuring timely and compliant responses.Build organisational capability through thought leadership, coaching, and expert guidance on employment law, workplace relations, and emerging people-related risks.Ō pūmanawa - About youYou will be a motivated, customer-focused individual who can take the initiative, provide excellent administration and policy compliance. Key requirements:A law degree with current practicing certificate.Broad range of practical experience in employment law/relations gained in either a tertiary, private or public sector environment. Knowledge of current university, tertiary or public sector environments would be advantageous.Proven understanding of human resources principles and practices where the operating model is to support and enable managers to hold the employment relationship with their staff.Proven experience in managing relationships and ability to persuade and influence others.Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation and negotiation skills.Experience producing high-quality reports and documents using Microsoft Office.Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page.Close date for vacancy: 13 September 2026.Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Katrina Leather ([email protected]). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.About UsMō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.

Bring your can-do attitude, knowledge, passion, and ideas Opportunity to grow your career Full-time, permanent based at our City Campus Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.  AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.  People and Culture is a strategic enabler of AUT’s mission, partnering across the University to build a high-performing, inclusive and future-focused workforce. We lift organisational performance through workforce strategy, strong leadership practices, and a people experience that helps AUT’s strategy land. Guided by our People Plan, we build future capability by enabling people to thrive, strengthening belonging, and bringing our culture and values to life in everything we do. Our team supports over 3,000 staff, growing to 4,000 at peak times across the academic year. There is never a dull moment!  The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi   Reporting to the Operations Manager - Shared Services, you will provide first-line support for all aspects of HR administration during the employee lifecycle, from recruitment through to resignation. This is a highly active position suited to someone who enjoys staying busy and managing competing priorities. Your tasks will include answering first-level enquiries, keeping our intranet up to date, managing the organisation’s hierarchy/positions, and preparing changes to terms and conditions. You will also support our colleagues' administrative needs across People & Culture to ensure we deliver an outstanding HR experience.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to grow their career in HR in a supportive and encouraging environment.  About you | Ko wai koe   If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience, you’ll fit right in.   To be successful in this role, you will have: Skills and Experience  A team player with a strong work ethic who is quick to learn new systems and processes Strong administration skills with the ability to work under pressure, managing multiple tasks to meet tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skillswith accuracy and attention to detail A customer service approach to your work and contribute positively to AUT’s culture Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) High level of confidentiality for sensitive information A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi).  As a professional member of staff at AUT, you’ll help keep us moving forward. From improving our services and streamlining our systems to supporting the experiences of students and staff across our campuses. By working collaboratively, solving problems and driving practical improvements, you’ll play a vital role in helping us operate smoothly, raise our profile, and evolve what we do every day.  You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly desirable.  What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou  At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career. We offer:  Great opportunity to build on your HR skills and experience Working with a great team who are very supportive and fun Opportunities to be part of the process improvements and projects that are continuously happening Ongoing support and training opportunities for personal and professional development Being part of a department that is inclusive and wants you to succeed How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono   Along with your CV, please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above.  Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.   Further Information | Pārongo Anō  Start Date: Following the selection of the successful candidate Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $62,000 - $81,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 09 921 9499. (recruiters’ option to replace with their name here for ROC-led roles)  Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 14th September 2026, at 11:55 pm.  Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96431 *Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week   At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process. Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi. With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.

Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are looking for a Teaching Technician to support our Engineering Design programmes.We want our students to practically apply their theoretical knowledge; learn the value of prototyping, reviewing and iterating; nurture their curiosity; and to build the skills that will make them effective Engineers. Our Fabricating and Prototyping Workshop is one place where students can get this hands-on experience.The Teaching Technicians are responsible for running this workshop, which includes:overseeing all practical learning, teaching, and research activity conducted in the workshopbuilding a safe and welcoming environment for students of all mechanical skill levelshelping students learn safe equipment use as they develop their practical skillsworking with academic colleagues to plan out practical learning and teaching activitiesworking with colleagues to plan further workshop development and expansionmentor and teach alongside our team of Graduate Teaching Assistants (postgraduate students hired to support teaching in the workshop)making sure the labs themselves are well stocked, the equipment is maintained, and the highest levels of safety are upheldYou’ll have the opportunity to help shape the tools, projects, and culture in the space that will be used by over 1000 students per year.The successful candidates will become part of a larger team of Teaching Technicians responsible for supporting student learning across the Faculty’s Multidisciplinary Learning Spaces (MDLSs), labs, and workshops.The salary range is $63,600 – $79,300 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.This is a full-time, 37.5-hour-per-week role on a fixed-term contract for 6 months.For more detailed information about the responsibilities and requirements of the role, please review the Position Description. He kōrero mōu | About you Our ideal candidates will:have a welcoming attitude towards novice machinistsunderstand the importance of empowering students to learn and create through experience and explorationhave a trade qualification or significant relevant experience in a technical engineering role (in an industry setting)have demonstrated safe and effective mentorship of novice technicians in mills, lathes, MIG welding, and/or workshop toolshave experience implementing and managing Health & Safety protocols and practices relevant to engineering workshopshave very good verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds, experience levels and cultures. Mō tō mātou rōpū | About usOur faculty has a strong and innovative vision for the future, delivering learning and research excellence to enable our students to thrive and succeed and become graduates who make a positive impact on their community and world around them. The faculty also enjoys a, purpose built Engineering building, housing state of the art labs, workshops and facilities.The Faculty of Engineering and Design is large and multi-faceted, and maintains a strong culture of excellence in research and student-centric learning. The faculty is also committed to Mātauranga Māori - the unique Māori way of viewing the world – encompassing traditional knowledge and culture – and actively seeking meaningful ways to reflect this in our teaching, research, and how we work together. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balanceCareer development programmesA competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leaveWe also offer a 6.75% superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, discounted onsite childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.For more information please visit our Staff Benefits page. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyApplications should be submitted online, before the closing date of 6/9/2026 and include an up to date CV outlining your experience.If you have any questions about this role, please get in touch with Ashveen Nand, Technical Manager, for a confidential discussion on [email protected].

Enable staff and users to confidently adopt digital tools through accessible resources, capability programmes and effective stakeholder coordination.Shape digital capability across the UniversityEnable confident adoption of digital technologiesCreate accessible, user-focused digital resources Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role As our Digital Capability Enablement Specialist, you will play an important role in supporting user groups to confidently adopt and use core University business applications, productivity tools and digital services. You will develop and coordinate a structured Digital Capability Enablement programme aligned with organisational priorities, technology change initiatives and operational handover needs. Working across Information Technology Services, subject matter experts, People and Capability and other stakeholder groups, you will help ensure digital education, guidance and user resources are accessible, audience-focused and fit for purpose. This is not an explicitly trainer-focused role. Instead, you will establish standards, approaches and reusable resources for digital training and education, leveraging project, business, external and subject matter expert capability to support effective adoption and sustained use of digital tools. You will also coordinate communication collateral that supports digital capability uplift, including content for Tech Hub, Tech News and targeted University communications. Salary will be based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.` For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Claire Philbrick, Manager Strategy and Change, [email protected]. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted. Ko wai koe? – Who are you? You will bring experience in digital training, education or capability uplift, together with a good understanding of change management, technology adoption and modern digital workplace tools. You will have:Understanding of modern digital workplace tools, including M365 and AI-enabled tools.Experience developing online and on-demand resources such as self-guided videos, FAQs and SharePoint-based resources.Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with different audiences.The ability to collaborate with technical specialists, project teams, change practitioners, business representatives and external providers. Experience with Moodle, higher education digital environments, cyber awareness or accessible self-service guidance would be advantageous. You will be a clear, confident and engaging communicator who is collaborative, inclusive, innovative and adaptable. You will be user-focused, well organised and comfortable working through ambiguity while bringing stakeholders together around shared outcomes. Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team. Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? Information Technology Services (ITS) leads the University's digital direction, manages and protects its digital ecosystem, supports digital initiatives and delivers digital services that enable the University to teach, research and operate successfully in a secure, resilient, connected, sustainable and future-ready digital environment. The University of Waikato is a research-intensive university providing a globally connected, innovative and inclusive student experience. We are committed to diversity, respect for Indigenous knowledge and strong community engagement. He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position? We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. Ko Te Tangata – For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa. Applications Close on Sunday September 13, 2026Requisition number: 1003865