Talent Aquisition Administrator

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your knowledge, energy and enthusiasm to our People and Capability team. In this role, you will ensure that candidates receive a positive recruitment experience while providing high-quality administrative support across our talent acquisition processes.

Working alongside our Talent Acquisition Advisor, you will partner with hiring managers to support and enhance the way we recruit. You will also collaborate closely with our HR Administrators, providing additional support during busy periods. This role will suit an experienced administrator or someone looking to begin or progress their career in human resources or recruitment.

Salary will be in the range of $58,439 to $70,692 per year pro rata, 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. This is a fixed-term parental leave cover position for 12 months, commencing as soon as possible in the New Year.

For more information on the role, please see the position description. All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

To be successful in this role you will :

• be an experienced administrator and / or be seeking an entry level administrative role to pursue a career in human resources or recruitment
• thrive in a busy and collaborative environment, juggling multiple tasks and ticking off items on your “to do” list with high levels of accuracy
• be a confident, and clear communicator
• have a tertiary qualification in a Human Resources or related discipline
• be proficient in Microsoft office programmes with high levels of accuracy

If this sounds like you and you are seeking a new challenge for the next 12 months, we encourage you to apply.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?

The People and Capability Division comprises Human Resource Management, Organisational Development and Health, Safety and Wellness. We are friendly and supportive team who deliver high quality services across the University, covering the full spectrum of people and capability business needs.

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. All applications need to be made online and applicants need to be legally allowed 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 December 7, 2025

Requisition Number

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