"HR Systems Specialist"

Job Description:

• Do you like using technology to make life easier?
• Do you have experience in and a passion for automation, simplification and continuous improvement?
• Full-time, permanent role based in Auckland CBD

Who we are | Ko wai mātou

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is dynamic and vibrant with a hugely diverse body of students, staff and partners. We are a socially driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions. AUT has over 29,000 students and around 4,000 staff across our three Auckland campuses.

In People & Culture, we are focused on creating the best employee and candidate experience in everything we do. We are progressing an exciting HR technology roadmap to enhance our digital capability and support our evolving service model.

About the role | Kōrero mō te tūranga

We have three key applications in our technology stack: SnapHire Applicant Tracking, ServiceNow HRSD and TechnologyOne HR/Payroll. These applications enable our HR and payroll processes from hire to retire. In this role, you are encouraged to develop capability across more than one application, ensuring resilience within the team and creating variety in the work we deliver.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Working with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate these into actionable work plans, whilst also managing expectations
• Continuously looking for opportunities to improve our people experience (UX)
• Re-engineering processes and supporting automation, integration and reporting across HR Lifecycle process
• Configuring applications, performing end-to-end testing and managing upgrades
• Leading small cross-functional projects and delivering agreed outcomes
• Supporting user adoption and contributing to change management activities

About you | Kōrero mōu

You’ll be experienced in supporting HR Technology and comfortable engaging with a range of stakeholders across a large, complex organisation. You naturally drive efficiency, improve user experience, and seek out opportunities for enhancement in everything you work on. You’re capable of “talking techy” when needed, while also explaining concepts clearly to non-technical users.

You will bring:

• At least five years’ functional experience working with HR and Payroll technology
• Experience supporting (not simply using) TechnologyOne, SnapHire and/or ServiceNow, ideally, experience in TechnologyOne Payroll/HR (or a similar ERP application)
• Strong understanding of HR processes, attention to detail, data structures and system integrations
• Experience with reporting and data analysis tools (e.g., AnalyticsPower BI or equivalent)
• A ‘can do’ attitude, adaptability and willingness to lean in, pivot quickly and deliver high-quality work

We are, in essence, seeking a well-rounded HR Systems professional, and yes – we’re asking for a ‘Jack of all Trades’ – someone confident in their technical capability, comfortable working across multiple platforms, personable and keen to continually learn and adapt.

Culture | Ahurea

We are a small but highly motivated team driven by our shared passion for continuous improvement, exceptional service and effective use of technology. To thrive here, you must be a collaborative team player who enjoys ‘mucking in’, sharing your expertise, offering ideas and actively helping to create solutions.

Benefits | Huanga

• Range of Professional development courses and free study
• Professional development funds and leave days to grow your capability
• Flexible working options to support your work-life balance

If you’re ready to be a part of AUT's journey and positively impact the lives of our staff and the future of our university, we encourage you to apply.

Ref: 93990

Closing Date: 3 December at 10.30pm

Posted: 19/11/2025