Recruitment Consultant

ANZUK Education NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm in Wellington is seeking an experienced recruiter to manage a dynamic portfolio across schools and early childhood education. This full-time role involves proactive sourcing, onboarding, and client partnerships. The ideal candidate will have proven recruitment experience, exhibit professionalism, and thrive in a changing environment. Flexibility for a rotating roster is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a service-oriented or education-related field is ideal.
• Full working rights in New Zealand required.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including early starts.

Responsibilities

• Build educator pipelines through sourcing and relationship management.
• Manage portfolio from attraction to placements.
• Drive business development with schools in Wellington.
• Collaborate with colleagues for excellent outcomes.
• Structure workday balancing service and sales.

Skills

Proven recruitment experience (agency or internal)

High energy and resilience

Professionalism and empathy

Excellent time management

Strong work ethic

Job description

Full-time | Wellington | Rotating roster, Full-time | Wellington | One early and one late shift per week (flexibility available)

If you’re a recruiter who thrives on variety, autonomy, and the chance to build something better — this is your opportunity to make a real mark.

We’re growing our Wellington education team and are looking for an experienced recruiter who brings both energy and maturity, someone who loves the buzz of recruitment, is proactive and driven, and can help shape the future direction of a team in transition.

You’ll manage a dynamic portfolio across schools and early childhood, with scope to work across sectors (Primary, Secondary, ECE or OSHC) as the team evolves. This is a hands-on 360 temp recruitment role — filling daily bookings, coordinating rosters, and building strong relationships through proactive sourcing, onboarding, and client development.

Why this role matters

We’re evolving how we work — refining structure, improving collaboration, and creating a high-performing, positive culture. You’ll play a key role in that journey, bringing ideas, optimism, and professional standards that lift those around you.

What you’ll do

• Build strong educator pipelines through proactive sourcing and relationship management
• Manage your portfolio end-to-end, from attraction and onboarding through to placements and client partnerships
• Drive business development with schools and centres across the Wellington region
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver excellent outcomes while helping shape the team’s next chapter
• Structure your day with purpose and pace, balancing service, sales, and system discipline

What you’ll bring

• Proven recruitment experience (agency or internal) — ideally in a service-oriented or education-related field
• High energy, initiative, and the resilience to thrive in a changing environment
• Professionalism, empathy, and the ability to engage clients and candidates with confidence
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A strong work ethic, values-led mindset, and appetite for growth
• Full working rights in New Zealand, a valid driver’s licence, and ability to obtain a Police Vetting
• Check Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including early starts (from 6:30am) and later finishes (up to 6:30 –7pm)

Why ANZUK

At ANZUK Education, we connect high-quality educators with early childhood centres and schools across New Zealand and around the world. We’re a global business with a local heart — active in NZ, Australia, the UK, USA and Canada — and proud of our collaborative, inclusive culture.

Join us in shaping what’s next: for educators, for schools, and for our team.