Talent Specialist
At BestStart, we’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, whānau and communities across Aotearoa. Behind every great centre is a great team — and that’s where Talent comes in.
We’re looking for an energetic, relationship-focused Talent Specialist to join our Hamilton Support Office, supporting recruitment across our Midlands region while working as part of our wider Talent team and reporting to the Head of Talent.
The Role:
As Talent Specialist, you’ll support end-to-end recruitment across the Midlands region, partnering closely with Centre Managers and stakeholders to attract great people to BestStart.
You’ll help build talent pipelines, deliver exceptional candidate experiences, support attraction initiatives, and help position BestStart as an employer of choice within the early childhood sector.
This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about people and looking to grow their career within Talent. You don’t need to know every aspect of recruitment already — what matters most is your attitude, energy, willingness to learn, and ability to build strong relationships.
What You’ll Bring:
- A passion for people and relationship building
- Experience in recruitment, coordination, administration, customer service or another people-focused role
- A positive attitude, growth mindset and willingness to learn
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- The ability to work at pace and manage multiple priorities
- Confidence using systems, technology and digital tools
- Curiosity around sourcing, social media and modern attraction strategies
Why Join Us?
You’ll join a supportive, high-performing Talent team where your growth and development are genuinely encouraged. No two days are the same, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact across the Midlands region.
Our benefits include discounted childcare, subsidised healthcare, ongoing professional development, and the chance to be part of a values-led organisation making a difference every day.
If you’re ready to grow your career in Talent and join a team passionate about people — we’d love to hear from you.
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