Senior Advisor, Information Requests & Compliance

New Zealand Police; Wellington; On-site; NZD 112,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Police is seeking a Senior Advisor for the Information Request Service to provide expert guidance, strategy, and leadership. You will support Advisors, manage complex requests, and coordinate responses to Ombudsman and Privacy Commissioner inquiries.

You will lead a high performing team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to Official Information Act and Privacy Act requirements. The role emphasizes risk management, stakeholder engagement, and strong written and verbal

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop a high performing team.
• Strong understanding of OIA, Privacy Act and related legislation.
• Experience handling complex or high-risk information requests.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Information Request Service team and provide expert guidance.
• Coordinate, respond to complaints from Ombudsman and Privacy Commissioner.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and Police policies in information handling.
• Identify and mitigate risks in information request processes.
• Mentor staff and build collaborative working relationships.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail and timely analysis of information.
• Maintain strong digital literacy and effective communication skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Information management

Privacy knowledge

Risk management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in information management or law enforcement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management system

Job description

New Zealand Police is seeking a Senior Advisor for the Information Request Service to provide expert guidance, strategy, and leadership. You will support Advisors, manage complex requests, and coordinate responses to Ombudsman and Privacy Commissioner inquiries.

You will lead a high performing team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to Official Information Act and Privacy Act requirements. The role emphasizes risk management, stakeholder engagement, and strong written and verbal