Job Description:
- Join us and lead the future of HR technology at the University!
- Ignite change through Oracle Cloud with our Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions and Finance colleagues.
- Bring your experience and expertise to enhance our HRIS applications, support self-service and automation, and deliver impactful digital solutions.
- Be part of our Te Pūmanawa Tangata - Human Resources group as we optimise systems and workflows to support great customer outcomes and enhance employee experience.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Team Leader, HR Applications on a permanent, full-time basis. We are seeking an experienced systems leader who can shape delivery through robust, reliable, and operationally aligned HRIS and payroll systems. This is a unique opportunity to lead a skilled team and collaborate across digital and HR functions to deliver operational excellence.
The salary range for this role is $130,390 to $168,740 (Band 18) per annum.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the operational management, security, and performance of HRIS and payroll systems.
- Collaborate with Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions, Finance, and Strategy & Planning teams to ensure system integration and data accuracy.
- Manage configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of systems such as Oracle HCM, and aPay.
- Resolve complex software issues and implement compliance tools.
- Lead prioritisation and change processes for system enhancements.
- Provide expert input into strategic projects and ensure alignment with University goals.
- Set performance objectives and build team capability through coaching and development.
- Promote health, safety, and wellbeing practices within the team.
Ō pūmanawa - About you
We are looking for an operational and collaborative team leader with:
- Proven ability to lead and supervise technical teams and deliver outcomes through change.
- Demonstrated technical experience of over five years at a senior level supporting complex applications, such as Oracle Cloud and aPay, and services relating to HR and Payroll.
- Expertise in system configuration, testing, and implementation.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience working with external vendors and internal ICT teams.
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Close date for vacancy: 31 August 2025.
Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Aaron Mills, Manu Tāiko - Associate Director, HR Applications, Reporting & Insights, Acting (027 563 5040, aaron.mills@vuw.ac.nz).
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our career's page and not via email. When applying for this position, candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently.