Manager Operational Policy – Fixed Term Opportunity
Type: Fixed term (until 15 October 2026)
Hours: Full time
Location: Wellington
Business Group: Regulatory Services
Branch: Regulatory and Identity Services
Salary: $137,963 - $171,688
Are you a seasoned people leader with a sharp mind for operational policy and a knack for navigating change? We’re looking for a Manager Operational Policy to lead a team of dedicated professionals supporting our regulatory systems.
This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role during a time of transformation. Reporting initially to the Director Regulatory Enablement, you’ll guide your team through a transition as a result of FSP Phase 2 on 1 December 2025, which will require resilience, clarity, and a steady hand. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy influencing outcomes, this would be a great opportunity.
What you’ll be doing:
- Leading the operational policy team with empathy, vision, and purpose.
- Managing workplans, ensuring quality assurance across policy outputs, and embedding robust operational policy processes.
- Supporting regulatory systems that have real-world impact, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality outputs
- Influencing and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders across the organisation.
- Providing leadership through change, helping your team adapt and thrive in a new structure.
What you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in people leadership – you know how to bring out the best in your team.
- Deep understanding of operational policy – you’ve done the mahi and know what good looks like.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills – you can bring people on the journey.
- High levels of resilience – you’re calm under pressure and lead with integrity.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills – you keep things moving and deliver results.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a passionate and committed group of kaimahi working to enable regulatory systems that protect and support New Zealanders. We value collaboration, curiosity, and courage – and we’re looking for someone who shares those values.
Applications close: 5pm, 9 September 2025.
For more information please contact: Abi.Bloy@dia.govt.nz
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