Senior Advisor, Health Regulation & Compliance

Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora; Wellington; On-site; NZD 98,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks annual leave

Wellness allowance after 12 months

Job summary

Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora in Wellington seeks a Senior Advisor for the Medsafe Compliance Branch. You will investigate regulatory complaints and product quality issues, delivering timely, evidence-based regulatory advice to diverse stakeholders and shaping decisions that affect public health.

You’ll lead high-impact work such as OIAs and Ministerials, drive continuous improvement, and mentor colleagues, contributing to a trusted health system and resilient regulatory services.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in pharmacy or a science discipline, with a strong grounding in medicines.
• Sharp analytical thinking and sound judgement—able to cut through complexity and provide clear, practical advice.
• Strong communicator who can translate complex information for a wide range of audiences.
• Highly organised and relationship-focused, with a track record of building trust in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex investigations into regulatory complaints and product quality issues—making decisive calls that protect public safety.
• Deliver sharp, trusted advice on therapeutic products and compliance to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Own high-impact work like OIAs, Ministerials and briefing notes, ensuring quality, accuracy and timeliness.
• Drive performance and continuous improvement across key programmes, systems and processes.
• Lead, mentor and collaborate—lifting capability while building strong relationships across the Ministry and wider health sector.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Regulatory knowledge (Medsafe)

Stress management

Education

Pharmacy or science degree

Job description

Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora in Wellington seeks a Senior Advisor for the Medsafe Compliance Branch. You will investigate regulatory complaints and product quality issues, delivering timely, evidence-based regulatory advice to diverse stakeholders and shaping decisions that affect public health.

You’ll lead high-impact work such as OIAs and Ministerials, drive continuous improvement, and mentor colleagues, contributing to a trusted health system and resilient regulatory services.