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Public Trust Appoints Janice Smith As Chief People Officer
PRIVATEAug 03, 2026•6 days ago
Position
Chief People Officer
Company
Public Trust
Janice Smith
AucklandReal Estate
Description
Janice Smith has been permanently appointed as Chief People Officer at Public Trust after serving in an acting role since November 2025. She will lead the organisation’s people strategy to enhance employee experience and foster an inclusive workplace.
Company Information
Company
Public Trust
Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
About
Public Trust is an autonomous Crown entity and New Zealand’s largest provider of estate planning and estate management services. Established in 1873 as the world’s first public trustee organisation, it has helped more than 2.3 million New Zealanders protect their legacies. Beyond estate services, Public Trust also administers more than 420 charitable trusts in New Zealand.