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I am Tina Utting, a strategic people leader with over 14 years’ experience in people development, organisational leadership, and operational management. I hold CIPD Level 5 and combine expertise in adult learning with HR and business acumen to build inclusive, high-performing cultures. Known for clarity, empathy, and forward-thinking, I’m passionate about empowering teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering measurable impact within dynamic organisations. I am a NZ permanent resident. Across roles in education and corporate settings, I’ve led culture, wellbeing, and HR operations, shaping professional development, performance management, and compliance. I value collaboration and diverse perspectives, and I’m committed to creating workplaces where people flourish and strategy is translated into sustainable results.…I am Tina Utting, a strategic people leader with over 14 years’ experience in people development, organisational leadership, and operational management. I hold CIPD Level 5 and combine expertise in adult learning with HR and business acumen to build inclusive, high-performing cultures. Known for clarity, empathy, and forward-thinking, I’m passionate about empowering teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering measurable impact within dynamic organisations. I am a NZ permanent resident. Across roles in education and corporate settings, I’ve led culture, wellbeing, and HR operations, shaping professional development, performance management, and compliance. I value collaboration and diverse perspectives, and I’m committed to creating workplaces where people flourish and strategy is translated into sustainable results.

Tina Utting

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I am Tina Utting, a strategic people leader with over 14 years’ experience in people development, organisational leadership, and operational management. I hold CIPD Level 5 and combine expertise in adult learning with HR and business acumen to build inclusive, high-performing cultures. Known for clarity, empathy, and forward-thinking, I’m passionate about empowering teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering measurable impact within dynamic organisations. I am a NZ permanent resident. Across roles in education and corporate settings, I’ve led culture, wellbeing, and HR operations, shaping professional development, performance management, and compliance. I value collaboration and diverse perspectives, and I’m committed to creating workplaces where people flourish and strategy is translated into sustainable results.…I am Tina Utting, a strategic people leader with over 14 years’ experience in people development, organisational leadership, and operational management. I hold CIPD Level 5 and combine expertise in adult learning with HR and business acumen to build inclusive, high-performing cultures. Known for clarity, empathy, and forward-thinking, I’m passionate about empowering teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering measurable impact within dynamic organisations. I am a NZ permanent resident. Across roles in education and corporate settings, I’ve led culture, wellbeing, and HR operations, shaping professional development, performance management, and compliance. I value collaboration and diverse perspectives, and I’m committed to creating workplaces where people flourish and strategy is translated into sustainable results.

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I am Tina Utting, a strategic people leader with over 14 years’ experience in people development, organisational leadership, and operational management. I hold CIPD Level 5 and combine expertise in adult learning with HR and business acumen to build inclusive, high-performing cultures. Known for clarity, empathy, and forward-thinking, I’m passionate about empowering teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering measurable impact within dynamic organisations. I am a NZ permanent resident.

Across roles in education and corporate settings, I’ve led culture, wellbeing, and HR operations, shaping professional development, performance management, and compliance. I value collaboration and diverse perspectives, and I’m committed to creating workplaces where people flourish and strategy is translated into sustainable results.

Skills

Leadership

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Faculty Leader at Blessed Hugh Catholic School

January 1, 2025 - November 22, 2025

Led a team of six staff, shaping a positive and collaborative culture while embedding continuous improvement. Managed HR-related functions including performance management, staff recruitment, and compliance, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organisational standards. Contributed to reporting for senior leadership and governance, and supported staff wellbeing and engagement to enable high performance.

CEO at Horizon School

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Led strategic initiatives and fostered an inclusive, future-focused culture. Refined professional development, driving improvements in teaching and learning across departments; oversaw HR processes, recruitment, performance assessments, budget reporting, and payroll for all staff. Ensured compliance with educational standards and supported staff wellbeing. Key achievements included expanding curriculum with expert teachers, launching comprehensive staff development, and a 20% increase in enrolments. Between Sept and Jan, transitioned to HR Manager to hand over to the new Principal.

Deputy Principal (Staff Development) at Catholic Cathedral College

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Supported the Principal in developing the school’s strategic plan; led recruitment, professional development, and the Professional Growth Cycle; managed appraisal processes for teaching and administrative staff; built a student leadership framework and led timetable development; oversaw the School Management System (SMS) and reported performance to the Board.

Deputy Principal (Systems and Processes) at Marlborough Girls College

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Led digital learning integration and curriculum innovation; coordinated professional development; analysed attainment data; line managed Technology, Social Sciences, Library, and cross-role teams; led collaborative planning and co-teaching; ensured regulatory compliance and accreditation.