Sector Expertise
- Commercial
- Education & Academia
- Government & Crown Entities
- Human Resources
- Infrastructure
- Kaupapa Māori
- Local Government
- Marketing & Communications
- Not-for-profit & NGO
Services
- Candidate Management
- Kaupapa Māori Recruitment
- Permanent Recruitment
- Professional Contractors
Cindy Barthel
Principal Consultant
+64 4 550 8010
Cindy specialises in the recruitment of strategy, transformation, policy, procurement, and project services professionals across the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. With nearly a decade of recruitment experience in Wellington, she has built a strong reputation for connecting organisations with high-calibre talent and helping clients navigate complex workforce and hiring challenges.
Driven by a genuine passion for people and relationship building, Cindy takes a highly consultative approach to recruitment. She works closely with clients and candidates to understand their goals, providing trusted advice and market insights to support successful hiring and career decisions. Her experience spans the full recruitment lifecycle, from strategic talent sourcing and stakeholder engagement through to offer negotiation and onboarding.
Having built much of her career within the public sector recruitment market, Cindy has developed a deep understanding of the skills and capabilities required to deliver successful policy, transformation, operational, and project outcomes. She also brings experience recruiting across professional services and a deep appreciation for te ao Māori and culturally responsive recruitment practices. Known for her warm, authentic, and pragmatic style, Cindy is committed to building long-term partnerships, helping organisations secure exceptional talent, and supporting candidates to find meaningful opportunities where they can thrive.
Years in the industry: 10+
Latest Jobs Listed by Cindy
- Hourly rate contract until end of February leading a team shape strategic advice around transformation and resilience
- Lead strategic transformation and organisational improvement initiatives.
- Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities to influence policy and organisational resilience.