Principal Advisor (Financial Institutions)

Public Service; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Internal Affairs seeks a Principal Advisor (Financial Institutions) to lead AML/CFT policy and supervision across deposit takers and other institutions in New Zealand. You will shape supervisory strategy, guide complex regulatory matters and deliver on-site inspection programmes with senior stakeholders.

You will bring deep AML/CFT expertise, strategic thinking and strong credibility with domestic and international partners, mentoring staff and influencing regulatory

Qualifikationen

• Significant AML/CFT experience within complex financial institutions.

Aufgaben

• Provide thought leadership and specialist AML/CFT expertise across a range of complex financial institutions.
• Drive the delivery of on-site inspection programme and supervisory approach.
• Lead priority regulatory initiatives and contribute to legislative, policy and regulatory developments.
• Mentor others and collaborate with domestic and international partners to strengthen the AML/CFT system.
• Engage with senior leaders across financial institutions and government agencies to improve regulatory outcomes.

Kenntnisse

AML/CFT expertise

Regulatory leadership

On-site inspections

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Ausbildung

Degree in finance/regulation

Jobbeschreibung

# Principal Advisor (Financial Institutions) at Department of Internal Affairs, Wellington## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**About Us | Mō mātou**The Regulatory and Identity Services Taituarā branch shapes systems and services that touch almost every New Zealander. Within this, the Regulatory Services Group has oversight of three significant regulatory systems - Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Gambling, and Charities.We are a responsive, risk-based regulator focused on prevention and reducing harm. Our work helps ensure New Zealand businesses are not exploited by organised crime and that the integrity of the financial system is protected.**The role | Te tūnga**This is a senior and influential role providing thought leadership and specialist AML/CFT expertise across a range of complex financial institutions, including deposit takers.As Principal Advisor - Financial Institutions, you will play a critical role in shaping and strengthening our supervisory approach, while remaining closely involved in its operational delivery. You will drive the delivery of our on-site inspection programme, relationship model with key institutions, undertake thematic and desk-based reviews, and provide expert guidance on complex AML/CFT regulatory and supervisory matters.The role combines deep technical expertise, strategic thinking and hands-on regulatory leadership. You will take a whole-of-system view, helping identify emerging risks, gaps and opportunities for improvement and ensuring our supervisory approach reflects international best practice and New Zealand's obligations as a risk-based regulator.You will work closely with senior leaders across financial institutions, government agencies and domestic and international partners. You will also provide guidance and mentoring to others, lead priority initiatives and contribute to legislative, policy and regulatory developments that strengthen the effectiveness of New Zealand's AML/CFT system.**What you bring | Nōu te rourou**We are looking for someone who brings:* Deep AML/CFT expertise - significant AML/CFT experience working within or with complex financial institutions, supported by expert knowledge of AML/CFT requirements, the wider regulatory system and FATF methodology, principles and recommendations.* Strong regulatory experience - experience assessing reporting entities' compliance with AML/CFT obligations and providing senior-level thought leadership, guidance and advice within a regulatory system.* Operational regulatory leadership - the ability to lead complex supervisory activity, including on-site inspections, thematic and desk-based reviews, and priority regulatory initiatives.* Strategic and systems thinking - the ability to look beyond immediate issues, understand wider system implications and provide high-quality, evidence-informed advice on complex or sensitive matters.* Credibility with senior stakeholders - proven experience engaging with executive leaders within financial institutions and building strong relationships across government, industry and the wider AML/CFT system.* Leadership and influence - the ability to provide technical leadership and mentoring, influence thinking and drive changes in approach that improve regulatory outcomes.* Excellent judgement and communication - strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity and communicate complex regulatory and risk issues clearly and credibly.**For you | Mōu**At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nzTo review the full job description, please click here.**How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono**We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.Applications for this role close **5pm Sunday 15th November 2026.** Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Department of Internal Affairs || Location: | Wellington || Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time || Category: | Accounting & finance || Date listed: | 29-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 15-Nov-2026 || Reference: | 1003095\\_1793238174 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.dia.govt.nz |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.