SMO Senior Recruitment Advisor

SMO Senior Recruitment Advisor

Permanent, full time (Monday to Friday)

Based in Rotorua Hospital

This is an exciting opportunity to join Health New Zealand and play a crucial role in recruiting our senior medical staff, directly contributing to achieving national health targets. As a Senior Recruitment Advisor, you will provide strategic and operational recruitment guidance, advice, and support to people leaders. You will be responsible for delivering candidate-centric recruitment services, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers. Additionally, you will mentor and support junior team members and lead portfolio-specific projects and recruitment events. 

Change often brings both challenges and opportunities, and working at Health NZ during a period of transformation is no exception. If you are resilient and eager to shape a new organisational culture that promotes innovation, inclusivity, and excellence, and have a passion for being directly involved in initiatives aimed at improving the healthcare system, then this role is for you.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

• Responsible for the full recruitment process of Senior Medical Officers from sourcing to onboarding.
• To work closely with clinicians to understand the vacancies you are recruiting to. 
• Deliver recruitment services that align with workforce strategies and professional registration requirements.
• Provide advice on sourcing and candidate attraction strategies 
• Coach hiring managers on best practices in recruitment and assessment methods.
• Ensure timely communication and support for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Participate in health sector employment initiatives and recruitment events.

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About the Team/Service/ Location 

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

We are looking for someone who is resilient, innovative, and passionate about improving the healthcare system. To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field and/or equivalent experience in a senior recruitment or talent role.
• Five years of relevant experience in an advisory position in recruitment 
• Knowledge of NZ legislation and its application in a large, complex organisation.
• Experience working in the public health sector is preferred.
• Strong relationship management skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.