Manager Risk & Integrity

Taituarā; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 142,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in New Plymouth seeks a Manager Risk and Integrity to manage legal, risk, and assurance functions while fostering a high-performance team environment. This permanent, full-time role offers a salary between $142,600 - $153,690, focusing on compliance and organizational resilience.

Benefits

Solid career pathways

Learning and development opportunities

Personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in legal, risk, and assurance within complex organizations.
• Demonstrated leadership managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of LGOIMA and LIMs with practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal, risk, and insurance functions for the Council.
• Oversee Council's insurance programme for comprehensive coverage.
• Direct internal audit programs to support transparency.

Skills

Legal advice

Risk management

Leadership

Compliance

Audit management

Education

Tertiary qualification in law or related discipline

Professional certification in risk management

Job description

Join us at New Plymouth District Council!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is dedicated to serving our community and enhancing the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit here. We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to fostering partnerships that respect and celebrate our district’s rich cultural heritage. Through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, we aim to deliver exceptional services and initiatives that support our vision of building a thriving, connected, and future-focused district. At Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and dynamic organisation that values people, creativity, and progress.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

New Plymouth District Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager Risk and Integrity to lead a newly established team within the Finance and Planning Group. This pivotal role is responsible for delivering Council’s legal, risk, insurance, and assurance functions, ensuring strong governance, compliance and organisational resilience.

With five direct reports, you’ll provide expert advice and strategic oversight to help mitigate risk, manage legal obligations, and protect Council assets. You’ll also oversee statutory functions under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA) and Land Information Memorandums (LIMs), ensuring accurate, timely and legally compliant information is provided to the public.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing team, foster a culture of integrity and continuous improvement and contribute meaningfully to NPDC’s strategic objectives.

• Provide timely and practical legal, insurance, and risk management advice and training to managers, supporting compliance and informed decision-making
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Council’s risk management framework to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate organisational risks
• Manage external providers for legal, risk, and assurance services, ensuring value for money and alignment with Council objectives
• Oversee the Council’s insurance programme to ensure comprehensive coverage of assets, operations, and liabilities
• Direct and manage the internal audit programme to support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Lead the Council’s LGOIMA function, ensuring accurate, timely, and legally compliant responses to official information requests
• Provide governance and quality assurance for the LIMs process, ensuring reports are accurate, compliant, and delivered within statutory timeframes
• Monitor legislative and case law developments relevant to LGOIMA and LIMs, updating internal processes and training as needed
• Build strong relationships across the organisation, providing expert advice on legislative compliance and best practice
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of growth, capability building and alignment with Council’s vision and values

Qualifications:

• A tertiary qualification in law, risk management, public policy, or a related discipline is essential
• Professional certification in risk management, internal audit, or assurance is advantageous

Experience

• Proven experience in providing legal, risk, and assurance advice within a complex organisational or public sector environment
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering a culture of growth and development
• Strong understanding of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA) and Land Information Memorandums (LIMs), including practical experience overseeing these functions

Taranaki is a region like no other, offering a perfect balance of career opportunities and lifestyle. Nestled between the stunning Mounga Taranaki and the sparkling Tasman Sea, it’s a place where you can explore world-class hiking trails, surf pristine beaches, and enjoy vibrant arts and culture, all within minutes of each other. The region boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Whether you're seeking adventure, tranquillity, or a bit of both, Taranaki provides an unparalleled quality of life that will make every day feel extraordinary.

What we offer - Ngā ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff. This includes:

• Solid career pathways
• Learning and development opportunities
• Personal and professional growth
• Our Peoples Package spans five key pillars: wellbeing, development, benefits, culture, and recognition

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with a salary of between $142,600 - $153,690

We value the wellbeing of our team and provide an inclusive workplace that recognises and rewards your contributions. Together, we’re building a better New Plymouth - one step at a time.