Manager, People

3 days ago


Hamilton Waikato New Zealand Tompkins Wake Full time NZ$120,000 - NZ$180,000 per year

Manager, People & Culture – Senior Leadership Role

Tompkins Wake is one of New Zealand's leading law firms - an Employer of Choice known for excellence, collaboration and genuine care for our people. As part of our Grow Beyond strategy to cement Tompkins Wake as a truly national firm, we're seeking a Manager, People & Culture to join our Senior Leadership Team.

About the Role

This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for all people, culture, learning and development, and change initiatives across our Hamilton, Auckland, Rotorua and Tauranga offices.

You'll guide The TW Way — our performance, development and culture framework — and shape the experiences that help our people do exceptional work and live great lives.

You'll partner closely with the CEO, Partners and leaders to deliver firmwide initiatives that enhance wellbeing, engagement and capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the People & Culture strategy aligned with our Grow Beyond plan.
  • Embed The TW Way for performance, leadership and development.
  • Expand the TW Academy to grow capability across legal, business and leadership streams.
  • Champion inclusion, equity and wellbeing through Hauora and cultural initiatives.
  • Support our change and transformation agenda across offices.

About You

You're an experienced HR leader who thrives in a professional or complex corporate environment. You're a confident influencer, trusted advisor, and advocate for people and culture. You combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and care deeply about creating great workplaces.

What We Offer

  • Senior leadership influence and national impact.
  • A collaborative culture where people matter and excellence is recognised.
  • Hybrid flexibility and genuine commitment to wellbeing.
  • The opportunity to shape one of New Zealand's most respected law firms.

Based in Hamilton | National scope | Employer of Choice

Click HERE to view the job description. 



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