We recruit every type of role that falls into the ‘Business Transformation’ category; and this is a fairly large group!  Here are some of the job titles we recruit for in this space:

Project Coordinator, Programme Coordinator at all levels, Programme Advisors, Change Analyst, Business Analyst, Project and Senior Project Manager, Change Manager, Programme Manager, PMO Manager, Project Director and Programme Director.

Sometimes these types of jobs are categorised as ‘Consulting’ or ‘Strategy’, or even simply ‘Change’, but we use the modern term ‘Business Transformation’ as it encompasses the breadth of roles classified in all of these areas.

For the majority of Business Transformation roles, an exposure to the project environment is critical. It’s simply a different way of working than business-as-usual, and direct experience is what our employers are primarily looking for.

The specific experience required differs from role to role. Some jobs are much more technical and analytical than others and there is often a split between technical and non-technical staff throughout the Transformation value chain, particularly with Business Analysts and Project Managers.

Many people working in transformation have developed their project skills at coordinator or advisor level, and over time have grown into more mid to senior level Project Management positions.  This kind of pathway is viewed attractively by employers.

While there are no specific entry requirements to becoming a project manager or for other business transformation roles, many employers have a preference for tertiary qualifications in a related, specialist area. For example, some form of finance or accounting degree is a useful background to financial transformation projects, similarly an engineering degree for engineering or construction projects, technology degree for technical transformation etc.

A diploma or certification in project management can also be useful. Knowledge of the particular project management methodologies used by organisations, such as Agile, is also key for some roles.

If you are interested in transitioning into project management work, may we suggest considering a coordinator or admin role within projects that are in your area of speciality, i.e. if you are in IT, then applying for junior roles within IT transformation projects. This will help you to quickly gain necessary base knowledge and exposure to the project environment.

At the same time, consider adding some project management qualifications to your portfolio.  Various tertiary institutes across Aotearoa offer these, you can also try  looking at The Institute of Management New Zealand.

Good news, there are usually flexible work arrangements available in the Transformation space. The default hybrid arrangement, particularly for government clients, is a 3/2 split, with two days at home. However we see many more arrangements with more days at home, and a positive attitude towards flexibility in general, with a focus on deliverables and results.

However, of course there are some projects that do require more face to face time, so flexibility can vary from project to project, and even within a project, depending on the stage of delivery.

When you choose Madison as your recruiter, you are in safe hands. We have a team of specialist recruiters who truly understand the Transformation space. We have an extensive network, and really great clients—which means we can offer the best job opportunities in the market.

Your Madison Consultant will be your support and partner, working alongside you to help you find your next career opportunity. Your consultant will strive to truly understand your priorities for your next role, and will match you to employers and jobs that align with your career goals, expectations and values.

Generally speaking we hire locally, because public sector government experience is often a core requirement for business transformation roles.

However, we certainly do consider talented international candidates, and will also look overseas for niche skill sets if not available locally.  If you are an experienced Business Transformation professional with the right to work in NZ, then it is worth applying for any job advertisements from Madison that are of interest to you.

If you like the idea of moving to New Zealand, and want to know more about visa options, we recommend visiting Immigration NZ.  We also have some great resources on this website.