Senior Advisor Operational Policy and Regulatory Systems

The Operational Policy and Regulatory Systems team is a shared service within the Te Whakatairanga Service Delivery Group (TWSD) - the operational arm of MBIE. We work with a range of teams within TWSD and across MBIE on a wide variety of interesting projects.

Our work spans across the operational policy spectrum, from regulatory change to supporting implementation of legislation. This means that you will get exposure to a range of projects, from machinery of government processes, such as fees reviews, Budget bids and omnibus Bills, through to the design and development of services for New Zealanders.

Due to recent promotions within the team, we have a permanent position and two fixed term positions (for six months and twelve months) available. Please indicate on your cover letter if you have a preference between the roles.

The successful applicant will have solid policy and analytical skills, and an enthusiasm for understanding regulatory systems. As a Senior Advisor, you will work with autonomy in a collaborative and collegial team, building strong relationships and leading others to deliver complex projects.

Some recent examples of our work include:

• ; Establishing the New Zealand Claims Resolution Service in response to the Earthquake Commission Inquiry.
• ; Reviewing the fees for the Motor Vehicle Traders and Plant Variety Rights regimes.
• ; Developing an internal compliance approach for the Unit Titles regulatory system.

Skills and Experience Required

If you meet all or most of the following criteria, we would love to hear from you:

• ; Deploys policy skills to analyse complex problems and generate workable solutions.
• ; Experience in scoping and leading the delivery of complex projects.
• ; Uses project management skills to support effective and timely project delivery.
• ; Comfortable in managing ambiguity successfully to identify a path forward, and takes a proactive approach to problem solving.
• ; Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• ; Experience in coaching, supporting and mentoring to build team capability.
• ; Can successfully navigate machinery of government processes, and has an understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• ; Delivers clear, concise advice tailored to the target audience.
• ; Welcomes and provides feedback and eager to learn and grow.
• ; Must have the right to work and live in New Zealand.

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi - Better Together
• Maia - Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi - Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika - Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means `lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.

Click here to view a position description. When you are ready to apply please submit your CV and cover letter via our online process telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process. We can't wait to hear from you!

Email Fati Tagata at [email protected] quoting ref MBIE/17578 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Sunday 29 June 2025.