Senior Advisor (Operational Resilience)

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 176,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

5 weeks leave + 15 wellness days

Wellness package

Learning & development

Flexible working

Job summary

New Zealand Government is seeking a Senior Advisor to lead the Operational Resilience team within the Prudential Policy Directorate. The role is based in Wellington or Auckland on a fixed-term basis until June 2028, with a central location and a flexible, hybrid working environment.

You will deliver complex prudential policy and regulatory initiatives, mentor team members, and provide expert advice to senior decision-makers while shaping governance, risk management and resilience policy for New

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in public policy, regulation, financial services, or related field.
• Proven track record leading complex policy or regulatory projects.
• Strong analytical ability, judgement, and policy issue identification.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex prudential policy and regulatory projects.
• Prepare high-quality written analysis, papers, and recommendations for senior review.
• Provide expert advice to the Board, Ministers, Committees, and senior leaders.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Regulatory analysis

Strategic thinking

Education

Economics/Finance/Law degree

Public policy background

Tools

Regulatory frameworks

Job description

Senior'Advisor'-'Operational ResilienceLead and shape prudential policy by developing robust regulatory frameworks while mentoring others and guiding'high'impact'policy delivery.'Fixed term role based in Wellington'or Auckland'until June 2028Central location with a flexible, hybrid working environment'5 weeks annual leave plus 15 wellness days'Te'turanga'- The role'Join the'Operational Resilience'team within the'Prudential Policy Directorate'of the'Financial Stability Group. The'Operational Resilience'team'is'responsible for'developing policies'that promote a sound and efficient financial system through promoting individual and system level'resilience.'The team develops policy requirements for regulated entities relating to operational matters, including governance, risk management, operational resilience, and branch operations.'This is a senior policy leadership role providing expertise across a broad field of prudential policy. As'a'Senior'Advisor,'you will'contribute to the leadership of the Operational Resilience team'and lead the delivery of complex prudential policy and regulatory projects,'providing'expert, influential advice to senior decision'makers. You will apply principles of good regulation to develop high'quality policy, regulation, and legislative proposals, and strengthen capability and delivery across the directorate through coaching, mentoring and providing quality assurance.'In this role you will:'Lead end'to'end delivery of complex prudential policy, regulatory, and legislative projects.'Prepare high'quality written analysis, papers, and recommendations for senior review.'Provide'expert advice to the Board, Ministers, Committees, and senior leaders.'Lead industry and external stakeholder engagement on prudential initiatives.'Coach and mentor team members, managing workflow and ensuring quality outputs.'Work with the team manager to'support leading the work of the team.'Collaborate across the Financial Stability Group and lead cross'Bank initiatives.'Maintain expert knowledge of prudential requirements and regulatory developments.'O'pukenga'- About you'To be successful in this role you will bring:'15+ years' professional experience in public policy, regulation, financial services, or a related field.'Degree in economics, finance, law, or a related discipline.'Deep understanding of the economy, financial system, and prudential policy settings.'Proven'track record'leading and delivering complex policy or regulatory projects.'Exceptional analytical capability, sound judgement, and ability to work in novel or ambiguous policy areas.'Strong interpersonal skills, with experience influencing senior stakeholders and coaching or mentoring others.'Sound judgement, holistic thinking, and ability to'identify'policy-relevant issues.Demonstrated knowledge and application of'Te'Tiriti'o Waitangi.'Eligibility to obtain and'maintain'the'appropriate level'of NZ National Security Clearance.'To find out more please review the'position description,'and for recruitment related queries please contact [e-mail].'Ko'wai'matou'- Who we are'We're'kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand's financial ecosystem - enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all New Zealanders. We provide money and cash,'maintain'safe banking, underpin the financial system, and help keep prices stable.'We're'building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences seed innovation and help us deliver our best work - reflective of the needs of society. Knowledge of'Te'Ao Maori,'Te'Tiriti'and Tikanga is welcomed and valued.'Nga'painga'- What we can offer you'We have a broad range of responsibilities and great opportunities to match people across all stages of careers. We encourage an inclusive and positive workplace culture. We support flexible working and work-life balance. Our benefits include'additional'leave options, a wellness package, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access to'numerous'social, networking and sporting activities. Find out more here: www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits'The anticipated appointment range for this role is $176,054 to $205,396 (actual salary will be dependent on your skills and experience).Come join us if you want to make an impact.Working at'Te'Putea'Matua is about more than a job. Here'you'll'have a career, a community, and an opportunity to make a meaningful difference for New Zealand. Bring your talent,'curiosity'and'expertise'-'we'll'invest in you, and together,'we're'investing in New Zealand.'Korero'tapiri'- Additional information'If you'encounter'accessibility barriers in the application process or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments to'participate'equitably in the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].'Me'pehea'te'tuku'tono'- To Apply/Interested?'If the sound of this role has sparked your interest, please apply online by midnight on Wednesday, 21'October 2026.'Please'include a cover letter with your application.'Whilst acknowledging the growing use of AI, we kindly ask that the information you provide outlines why you think you'll be a great fit for this role and authentically represents you.