Investment Strategist - Auckland

Kainga Ora; Auckland; Presencial; NZD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Five weeks’ annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Descripción de la vacante

Kāinga Ora is seeking a strategic leader to shape investment decisions and drive urban development initiatives in Auckland. You will analyse options, balance social and commercial objectives, and influence across councils, iwi, and internal teams to maximise the build programme.

The role focuses on navigating planning regulations, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering sustainable housing outcomes for communities under a fixed-term contract to March 2027.

Formación

• Extensive experience in development strategy, portfolio management, property or a similar field.
• In-depth knowledge of planning legislation and district planning documents.
• Understanding of interventions to meet urban development requirements.
• Experience analysing complex investment options balancing commercial and social objectives.
• Proven ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Shape strategic investment decisions by identifying opportunities and recommending effective Kāinga Ora interventions.
• Provide trusted advice to councils, iwi, community groups, and internal partners to respond to housing needs and market conditions.

Conocimientos

Development strategy

Portfolio management

Property development

Planning legislation

Stakeholder engagement

Descripción del empleo

A great opportunity to build on your career and develop your skills Become an integral part of a forward thinking and innovative team! Fixed Term Contract till end of March 2027

Our Role

In this role, you will shape strategic investment decisions by identifying opportunities and recommending the most effective Kāinga Ora interventions to respond to local needs, asset requirements, market conditions, and housing pressures. Your work will help maximise the build programme and deliver sustainable housing outcomes for communities. Success will depend on your ability to build strong relationships and provide trusted advice to a wide range of stakeholders, including councils, iwi, community groups, and internal partners. Through collaboration and influence, you will help drive the successful delivery of Kāinga Ora's strategic objectives.

What you will bring

• Extensive experience in development strategy, portfolio management, property or a similar field, with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of property development (or similar) and associated legislation/regulations
• An understanding of the relevant planning legislation and district planning documents
• An understanding of the different types of interventions available to meet urban development requirements
• Experience identifying and analysing options for complex, multi-faceted investment decisions, balancing commercial and social objectives
• Demonstrated commitment to relationship-building and working in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders

What's in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave, and flexible working arrangements. As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance.

Our Organisation

At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand’s housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive. What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders’ lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa. We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Our values

Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:

• Manaakitanga – People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Whanake – Be Bold
• Tūhono mai

Join us

If you have any questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

Applications close on 13th November 2026 at 11:55pm - please note, this role is an immediate start and we will be reviewing applications as we receive them. This may impact the close date of the advert should we find the right candidate.

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.