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Talent SpecialistZuru • Auckland, New Zealand
Talent Specialist

Talent Specialist

Zuru • Auckland, New Zealand
3 days ago
Job description

Talent Specialist at ZURU

Shape ZURU's Global Teams.

Own End-to-End Recruitment and Champion Our Hiring Framework.

About ZURU

ZURU is on a mission to disrupt across industries, challenge the status quo and catalyze change through radical innovation and automation advances.

This is in play in different pillars of the company : ZURU Toys are re-imagining what it means to play; ZURU Tech is shaping a better future by leading the next building revolution; ZURU Edge is pioneering new generation FMCG brands to better serve modern consumers.

Founded in

  • by EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray, ZURU has quickly grown to a team of over 5,000 direct and indirect members across more than 30 international locations.

One of the largest toy companies in the world, globally recognised and award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers.

Our global FMCG brands include MONDAY Haircare, Rascals, NOOD, BONKERS, Gumi Yum Surprise, and more!

For more information, visit .

About The Role

As a Talent Specialist at ZURU, you'll be at the heart of our global talent strategy.

You will own the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing to hiring, while working alongside a high-performing TA team.

This hands-on, fast-paced role gives you real ownership from day one.

You will shape how we attract, engage, and retain top talent, enabling ZURU to grow at speed and make an impact worldwide.

Position Impact

First 3–6 months : Deliver the ZURU pitch to candidates, build strong relationships with hiring managers, champion the ZURU hiring framework, source top talent, and demonstrate ZURU DNA in every interaction.

Longer term : Become a trusted talent advisor, anticipate future talent needs, build proactive global talent pipelines, and drive high-quality hiring across the business.

Role & Responsibilities

Source and engage top talent for strategic global roles.

Build and maintain talent pipelines to accelerate hiring timelines.

Partner closely with hiring managers to align on priorities.

Champion ZURU's hiring framework and recruitment best practices.

Deliver actionable talent insights to inform strategy and decision-making.

Enhance processes to create a world-class candidate experience.

Skills & Experience

Minimum of 2 years' recruitment experience, preferably in-house.

Strong sourcing skills and persistence in finding hard-to-reach talent.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and persuade.

Hunger to learn, take ownership, and thrive in a high-performance culture.

LIFE@ZURU

At ZURU, we have cultivated a high-performing culture that encourages excellence.

Our team works towards ambitious goals, learning, performing, and improving together, all while having fun.

We empower talented individuals to do their best work every day.

At ZURU, you get out what you put in.

You are responsible for driving your own career and we provide the platform to achieve it.

As ZURU is on such a fast growth trajectory, there are opportunities here that you won't find anywhere else.

We recognise that ZURU's success stems from our people and you can only be at your best when you are looking after yourself.

ZURU encourages all our team members to invest in their wellbeing by providing an array of benefits and tools.

What We Offer

Culture for Growth Surrounded by an A Player Team Competitive RemunerationZURU – Tomorrow Reimagined

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