Recruitment Team Leader at Northern Regional Alliance (NRA), Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Recruitment Team Leader

Location: Penrose
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

About Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
We're New Zealand's largest healthcare employer, supporting over 5 million people across 80+ locations. Our mission is simple: deliver care that's fair, accessible, and innovative—so every New Zealander can live healthier.

About the Role
We're looking for a confident, people-focused leader to guide our recruitment team. You'll oversee the end-to-end process for doctors—from their first role after graduation through to ongoing placements. It's a busy, rewarding role where you'll manage high volumes, build strong relationships, and make decisions that really matter.

You'll work closely with clinicians, unions, immigration, and regulatory bodies, providing advice and solving challenges along the way. If you enjoy variety, thrive under pressure, and want to make a real difference, this could be the perfect next step.

What You'll Bring

• Experience leading a recruitment team or working as a senior consultant
• Strong admin skills and confidence with Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage risk and juggle competing priorities
• Great communication skills—written, verbal, and presenting to groups
• Comfort working in a fast-changing environment
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in a professional setting
• Knowledge of NZ employment law and HR practices

Why You'll Love It Here
At Health New Zealand, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Your work will help shape a health system that truly serves everyone.

Ready to Apply?
Submit your application through our online careers' portal by 5:00 PM, 20 January 2026. Got questions? Contact Suzanne Pratley, Recruitment & Allocation Manager at Suzanne.Pratley@Tewhatuora.govt.nz.