Career Consultant

• Mar 2023 - Present

Freelance career development services to Career EQ. Freelance career development services to Career EQ.

Director, Career Inspiration

• Jan 2010 - Present

Careers Counseling, Coaching, CDANZ (Professional Status) 'Our son knew he was interested in computing but had no idea what he wanted to do at university. Hilary was well aware of the trends in the employment sector and growth areas; cyber security was one of these. She sourced the information he needed with regard to the best cyber security courses out there with the most promising long term prospects. With this support and encouragement, coupled with new inspiration he worked to achieve… Show more Careers Counseling, Coaching, CDANZ (Professional Status) 'Our son knew he was interested in computing but had no idea what he wanted to do at university. Hilary was well aware of the trends in the employment sector and growth areas; cyber security was one of these. She sourced the information he needed with regard to the best cyber security courses out there with the most promising long term prospects. With this support and encouragement, coupled with new inspiration he worked to achieve the grades needed. He is now studying Cyber Security at Staffordshire University in the UK and is loving every minute of the course. Hilary has a knack for spotting kids' potential and passion, and then sourcing the most appropriate courses wherever in the world they wish to study. I would highly recommend her services, as her current knowledge, skills and experience ensure that students get the best possible guidance when choosing their undergraduate path.' Show less Careers Counseling, Coaching, CDANZ (Professional Status) 'Our son knew he was interested in computing but had no idea what he wanted to do at university. Hilary was well aware of the trends in the employment sector and growth areas; cyber security was one of these. She sourced the information he needed with regard to the best cyber security courses out there with the most promising long term prospects. With this support and encouragement, coupled with new inspiration he worked to achieve… Show more Careers Counseling, Coaching, CDANZ (Professional Status) 'Our son knew he was interested in computing but had no idea what he wanted to do at university. Hilary was well aware of the trends in the employment sector and growth areas; cyber security was one of these. She sourced the information he needed with regard to the best cyber security courses out there with the most promising long term prospects. With this support and encouragement, coupled with new inspiration he worked to achieve the grades needed. He is now studying Cyber Security at Staffordshire University in the UK and is loving every minute of the course. Hilary has a knack for spotting kids' potential and passion, and then sourcing the most appropriate courses wherever in the world they wish to study. I would highly recommend her services, as her current knowledge, skills and experience ensure that students get the best possible guidance when choosing their undergraduate path.' Show less

Head of People and Culture

• Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

Provide guidance and coaching to influence, support and build capability across the operations of this global manufacturing company to ensure the achievement of strategic business objectives. Lead all aspects of the People and Culture functions and provide leadership to the P and C team. Provide guidance and coaching to influence, support and build capability across the operations of this global manufacturing company to ensure the achievement of strategic business objectives. Lead all aspects of the People and Culture functions and provide leadership to the P and C team.

Head of People and Capability - Fixed Term

• Sep 2021 - Jan 2022

Programme and Relationship Manager

• Jan 2020 - Jan 2022

Facilitating strategic leadership development in education utilizing a cross sector model. https://www.springboardtrust.org.nz/ Contribute to programme development, coach local education leaders re strategic plan and people development.

Acting National Delivery Lead

• Mar 2021 - Aug 2021

Organisational Development Lead and HR Business Partner

• May 2017 - Jan 2020

As O D Lead I introduced a range of people development initiatives and was instrumental in shifting the culture of the organisation to focus on the development of people and leadership. I collaborated with Corporate planning to cement the strategic planning framework and subsequently my team and I redesigned and aligned the Performance development Framework. We introduced an org wide approach to leading change, began workforce planning, a Leadership capability framework and leadership… Show more As O D Lead I introduced a range of people development initiatives and was instrumental in shifting the culture of the organisation to focus on the development of people and leadership. I collaborated with Corporate planning to cement the strategic planning framework and subsequently my team and I redesigned and aligned the Performance development Framework. We introduced an org wide approach to leading change, began workforce planning, a Leadership capability framework and leadership development programmes. Highlights were introducing Leadership Summits, 'Ask Your Team' for pulse checks, propelling and enriching the summer student programme, working to develop our capability in tikanga, and joining Champions for Change, which facilitated the development of an Inclusion for diversity programme. Two overarching pieces of work were the development of a 'People Plan' and 'Employee value proposition', with a focus on capturing the next generation via social media and a community presence. Artifacts included an attractive and informative 'work for us' career web page, Career Expo presence, and a Cadet programme. I grew connections with other Councils, Priority One and Toi EDA, as well as Tertiary providers, Wanaanga, secondary schools and community groups in the region including some Iwi. Show less As O D Lead I introduced a range of people development initiatives and was instrumental in shifting the culture of the organisation to focus on the development of people and leadership. I collaborated with Corporate planning to cement the strategic planning framework and subsequently my team and I redesigned and aligned the Performance development Framework. We introduced an org wide approach to leading change, began workforce planning, a Leadership capability framework and leadership… Show more As O D Lead I introduced a range of people development initiatives and was instrumental in shifting the culture of the organisation to focus on the development of people and leadership. I collaborated with Corporate planning to cement the strategic planning framework and subsequently my team and I redesigned and aligned the Performance development Framework. We introduced an org wide approach to leading change, began workforce planning, a Leadership capability framework and leadership development programmes. Highlights were introducing Leadership Summits, 'Ask Your Team' for pulse checks, propelling and enriching the summer student programme, working to develop our capability in tikanga, and joining Champions for Change, which facilitated the development of an Inclusion for diversity programme. Two overarching pieces of work were the development of a 'People Plan' and 'Employee value proposition', with a focus on capturing the next generation via social media and a community presence. Artifacts included an attractive and informative 'work for us' career web page, Career Expo presence, and a Cadet programme. I grew connections with other Councils, Priority One and Toi EDA, as well as Tertiary providers, Wanaanga, secondary schools and community groups in the region including some Iwi. Show less

Career Counsellor

• Jan 2016 - May 2017

Delivered a broad contemporary career programme, with class and year level instruction and visiting speakers, counselling, career evening, applications and scholarships for NZ and International Universities. Delivered a broad contemporary career programme, with class and year level instruction and visiting speakers, counselling, career evening, applications and scholarships for NZ and International Universities.

Career Advisor

• Aug 2014 - Dec 2015

Relocating to Singapore for my husbands work led to an opportunity to work at the British International school utilizing my Career counselling skills and extending my International context. Relocating to Singapore for my husbands work led to an opportunity to work at the British International school utilizing my Career counselling skills and extending my International context.

Senior Advisor People and Capability

• Jun 2011 - Jun 2013

Senior Advisor in Relationship Team, People and Capability. Operating "HR as business partner" model. Supported business lines: Information Technology, Finance, Legal, Risk and Assurance, Corporate Support, Shared Services Work included: HR advice for staff management, remuneration, coaching Managers, Work force planning, Talent Management, and Succession planning "Hilary sets high standards for herself and is focused on internal customers and exceeding their expectations… Show more Senior Advisor in Relationship Team, People and Capability. Operating "HR as business partner" model. Supported business lines: Information Technology, Finance, Legal, Risk and Assurance, Corporate Support, Shared Services Work included: HR advice for staff management, remuneration, coaching Managers, Work force planning, Talent Management, and Succession planning "Hilary sets high standards for herself and is focused on internal customers and exceeding their expectations of her. She has excellent coaching and mentoring skills for managers at all levels, an ability to mediate between conflicting views, and handle difficult and emotive situations with empathy and professionalism". NZTA HR RelationshipTeam Manager "Hilary took HR from a transactional service to a trusted business partner, for an organization that had functional, geographic diversity as well as many stakeholder complexities. Myself as CIO and my peers valued the personalization and professionalism that Hilary applied to her endeavours with our group, and we all benefited from her sage and pragmatic advice." Chief Information Officer, NZTA Show less Senior Advisor in Relationship Team, People and Capability. Operating "HR as business partner" model. Supported business lines: Information Technology, Finance, Legal, Risk and Assurance, Corporate Support, Shared Services Work included: HR advice for staff management, remuneration, coaching Managers, Work force planning, Talent Management, and Succession planning "Hilary sets high standards for herself and is focused on internal customers and exceeding their expectations… Show more Senior Advisor in Relationship Team, People and Capability. Operating "HR as business partner" model. Supported business lines: Information Technology, Finance, Legal, Risk and Assurance, Corporate Support, Shared Services Work included: HR advice for staff management, remuneration, coaching Managers, Work force planning, Talent Management, and Succession planning "Hilary sets high standards for herself and is focused on internal customers and exceeding their expectations of her. She has excellent coaching and mentoring skills for managers at all levels, an ability to mediate between conflicting views, and handle difficult and emotive situations with empathy and professionalism". NZTA HR RelationshipTeam Manager "Hilary took HR from a transactional service to a trusted business partner, for an organization that had functional, geographic diversity as well as many stakeholder complexities. Myself as CIO and my peers valued the personalization and professionalism that Hilary applied to her endeavours with our group, and we all benefited from her sage and pragmatic advice." Chief Information Officer, NZTA Show less

HR Advisor

• Apr 2011 - Jun 2011

3 month contract to assist with leadership recruitment and general HR 3 month contract to assist with leadership recruitment and general HR

Human Resources Executive

• Jun 2006 - Dec 2009

Sole charge - HR generalist role. Progressed performance management systems, remuneration and HR procedures. Sole charge - HR generalist role. Progressed performance management systems, remuneration and HR procedures.

Careers and Transition Management Counselling

• Oct 1997 - Jun 2006

Career transition management counselling business. (Exec through to students) Contractor to Morgan and Banks Transition management, HR Executive Leasing, Business executive client comment ‘Hilary helped me through a very challenging time in my life. She used a range of tools through which I was able to find clarity about my purpose and direction. More than that she provided a safe and welcoming place where I could have the space to make some sense of the turmoil in my life at that… Show more Career transition management counselling business. (Exec through to students) Contractor to Morgan and Banks Transition management, HR Executive Leasing, Business executive client comment ‘Hilary helped me through a very challenging time in my life. She used a range of tools through which I was able to find clarity about my purpose and direction. More than that she provided a safe and welcoming place where I could have the space to make some sense of the turmoil in my life at that time. I have gone on to do what I love very successfully.’ Show less Career transition management counselling business. (Exec through to students) Contractor to Morgan and Banks Transition management, HR Executive Leasing, Business executive client comment ‘Hilary helped me through a very challenging time in my life. She used a range of tools through which I was able to find clarity about my purpose and direction. More than that she provided a safe and welcoming place where I could have the space to make some sense of the turmoil in my life at that… Show more Career transition management counselling business. (Exec through to students) Contractor to Morgan and Banks Transition management, HR Executive Leasing, Business executive client comment ‘Hilary helped me through a very challenging time in my life. She used a range of tools through which I was able to find clarity about my purpose and direction. More than that she provided a safe and welcoming place where I could have the space to make some sense of the turmoil in my life at that time. I have gone on to do what I love very successfully.’ Show less

TIC Careers

• 1997 - 2005

This employer said: "Hilary has more than exceeded my expectations and has provided an excellent service to students…. she has a very inclusive style of operating, she communicates very effectively, is always well organised and thoroughly professional. Hilary’s commitment and energy are admirable. She has a passion for making a difference." Deputy Principal, NZ Secondary School "Hilary is an exceptionally effective teacher, communicator, mentor and careers counselor. She has… Show more This employer said: "Hilary has more than exceeded my expectations and has provided an excellent service to students…. she has a very inclusive style of operating, she communicates very effectively, is always well organised and thoroughly professional. Hilary’s commitment and energy are admirable. She has a passion for making a difference." Deputy Principal, NZ Secondary School "Hilary is an exceptionally effective teacher, communicator, mentor and careers counselor. She has excellent relational people skills and administrative systems skills." Principal, Show less This employer said: "Hilary has more than exceeded my expectations and has provided an excellent service to students…. she has a very inclusive style of operating, she communicates very effectively, is always well organised and thoroughly professional. Hilary’s commitment and energy are admirable. She has a passion for making a difference." Deputy Principal, NZ Secondary School "Hilary is an exceptionally effective teacher, communicator, mentor and careers counselor. She has… Show more This employer said: "Hilary has more than exceeded my expectations and has provided an excellent service to students…. she has a very inclusive style of operating, she communicates very effectively, is always well organised and thoroughly professional. Hilary’s commitment and energy are admirable. She has a passion for making a difference." Deputy Principal, NZ Secondary School "Hilary is an exceptionally effective teacher, communicator, mentor and careers counselor. She has excellent relational people skills and administrative systems skills." Principal, Show less

Human Resources Advisor

• 1993 - 1996

HR Generalist Advisor HR Generalist Advisor