Tara Longley

Director | Registered Industrial & Organisational Psychologist

With over 25 years of experience in Human Resources and Industrial Psychology, Tara Longley is a Registered Industrial and Organisational Psychologist and one of the Directors of Strategic People Group.

Tara has extensive experience working with a wide range of organisations across both the public and private sectors, nationally and internationally. Her expertise lies in helping organisations enhance performance through evidence-based people practices and leadership development.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Talent identification and management — including psychometric testing and succession planning
  • Leadership coaching and development
  • Employee engagement and culture reviews
  • Team development and facilitation
  • Conflict management and resolution
  • Employment relations and workplace investigations

Tara holds a Master’s Degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial and Organisational Psychology from the University of Canterbury. She is a member of the New Zealand Association of Graduate Employers and of the Human Resources Institute of New Zealand.