Employers And Manufacturers Association - Head Of Professional Services - Auckland, Nz (Hybrid)

OverviewThe Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) is New Zealand's largest business association, supporting businesses through advocacy, legal and employment relations advice, HR and health & safety consulting, training, and other services.

For over 130 years, EMA has provided practical support and reliable employer advice, access to high quality training solutions, and a wide variety of events and conferences.

Our purpose is to lift the prosperity of New Zealand through better business.

Our team are insightful, purpose-driven thinkers who keep pace with New Zealand and global best business practices.About The RoleAs Head of Professional Services, you will be a key member of EMA's Senior Leadership Team, responsible for leading and evolving our Legal, Employment Relations, Health & Safety Consulting, and HR Services functions.

This role delivers high-impact, client-focused services that support members' business success while ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards.The Head of Professional Services requires a commercially astute leader with deep expertise in employment law or employment relations and strong stakeholder engagement.

The successful candidate will ideally also serve as General Counsel, providing legal oversight and technical support to our Consultants and Advocacy team.Key ResponsibilitiesLead multidisciplinary teams across Legal, Employment Relations, Health & Safety, HR, and Advanced ManufacturingDevelop service strategies to align with EMA's vision and member needsChampion best practice in legal advice, risk management, and industry standardsBuild and maintain strong relationships with members, clients, network partners, and key stakeholdersDrive business development, financial oversight, and practice management across service linesContribute to EMA's workplace relations and employment Advocacy programSupport the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors with expert advice and strategic insightAbout YouYou are an experienced leader with a background in professional services, legal, or employment relations within complex organisational environments.You Will HaveIdeally you will be a qualified lawyer with experience in employment law, but experience in employment and associated legislation is necessaryProven strategic leadership in service business environmentsExperience building and leading collaborative teamsStrong commercial acumen and the ability to identify growth opportunitiesExperience in employment legislation is highly desirableExceptional client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skillsDeep understanding of legal compliance, risk management, and industry best practicesA commercially minded strategic thinker with a strong client focusA team player with an inclusive, empathetic, and self-driven styleWorking at EMAAt EMA, we are committed to helping member businesses succeed through support, advice, learning, and advocacy.

We offer flexible working options and opportunities to make a difference for businesses and communities in New Zealand.How To ApplyKerridge & Partners is managing the appointment process for this role.

To apply or express interest, please contact Sam Webster at

• or call +64 21 188 1342.Seniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionBusiness Development and SalesNon-profit Organization Management

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