Based on 2 submissions across Aotearoa
Works with clients to assess their needs, develop support plans, and coordinate services across agencies. Tracks progress, keeps records, and advocates for individuals in health, social, or insurance settings. Focuses on helping people achieve positive outcomes. The role demands strong listening skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage several cases at once. It is rewarding for people who want to make a tangible difference while working within well-defined care or policy frameworks. Workloads can be intense, so good boundaries and solid documentation habits keep the work manageable. Many case managers specialise further in areas such as health, housing, or injury rehabilitation.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 2 submissions
Based on 2 anonymous submissions
Across 2 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Case Manager in New Zealand is $72,500 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $72,100 (10th percentile) to $72,900 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $72,500 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Mid (3-5 Yrs) $73,000.
Based on 2 submissions
Median salary progression