Employee Experience Manager Rangatahi Māori Career Pathways

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

We are excited to announce we are seeking an Employee Experience Manager - Rangatahi Māori Career Pathways to join the People and Communications team to support for 12-months.

This new role, supported by executive leadership, enhances our commitment to Rangatahi Māori Career Pathways as part of our DEI Strategy, ensuring we grow a strong, sustainable pipeline of Māori talent across the bank.

The role will design, develop, and deliver early‑career pathway programmes for Rangatahi Māori (18-25 years of age), ensuring these programmes reflect Māori values, practices, and aspirations. A core focus is developing trusted relationships with community organisations, education providers, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities and long‑term pathways. Alongside programme delivery, the role will contribute to broader initiatives that strengthen our Māori talent pipeline, such as advising on inclusive hiring, helping to grow cultural confidence, and increase the sense of belonging for Māori across the bank.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
 

• Experience in programme design and delivery, ideally within early‑career, talent development, HR, or DEI environments

• Collaboration and strong relationship‑building skills, with experience engaging effectively with a wide range of internal stakeholders and external partners, including Māori organisations, education providers, and community groups

• Cultural competency in Te Ao Māori, with the ability to apply tikanga and engage confidently with Māori communities and perspectives

• Influencing and advocacy capability, with experience promoting inclusive hiring practices and supporting organisational change

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly, build programme visibility, and engage diverse audiences

• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple

• workstreams, timelines, and stakeholders

• Relevant tertiary qualification in HR, education, social sciences, Māori development, or equivalent experience desirable

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

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