Research, Content and Technology Consultant

University of Auckland; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 72,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading New Zealand university is seeking a Research, Content and Technology Consultant to join its Talent & Recruitment team. This permanent, full-time role involves supporting executive search projects, managing candidate logistics, and contributing to brand content. Candidates should have strong administration, digital, and communication skills, with a preference for tertiary qualifications and experience in the academic sector. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage confidential information sensitively.
• Proactive and detail-focused with independent work capability.
• Openness to new technology and systems.

Responsibilities

• Support executive search projects for senior academic appointments.
• Research and identify candidates for recruitment.
• Contribute to Employer Brand content across channels.
• Explore technologies to enhance recruitment practices.

Skills

Strong administration skills

Digital skills

Communication skills

Design skills (InDesign, Photoshop, Canva)

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Overview

Research, Content and Technology Consultant, Talent & Recruitment Team at Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of Auckland—New Zealand’s leading university.

Join the Talent & Recruitment team on a permanent, full-time basis to support our international executive search service and recruitment initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support international executive search projects for senior academic and professional appointments.
• Research and identify candidates, manage project logistics (including travel and hosting), and coordinate with senior leaders and external providers.
• Contribute to our Employer Brand and EVP content across channels such as our Careers site and LinkedIn.
• Explore new technologies and tools that enhance our recruitment practices and team effectiveness.

What you’ll bring

• Strong administration, digital, and communication skills, with the ability to sensitively manage confidential information.
• A proactive, detail-focused approach and the ability to work independently and as part of a high-trust, motivated team.
• Curiosity and openness to new technology and systems.
• Design skills (InDesign, Photoshop, or Canva) are an advantage.
• A tertiary qualification and prior university or academic sector knowledge is preferred.

Details

• This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week) with a salary band of $72,000 - $88,900, depending on skills and experience.
• Hybrid working model balancing flexible arrangements with time on campus.
• For more detailed information on this role, please view the Position Description.
• If you enjoy delivering high-quality work, adapting to priorities, and bringing a sense of humour to your day, we’d love to hear from you.

Application

Please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and strengths.

Closing date

The position will be advertised until Friday, 10 October 2025.

Contact

Clare at [e-mail]

Additional Information

Equity: The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQI+ and other groups go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz