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Senior Business Advisor

Alpha Personnel Recruitment Ltd

Wellington

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading company in Wellington is seeking a Senior Business Advisor for a government initiative. The role involves providing expert business planning, financial analysis, and service design guidance for project delivery while working closely with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment with government objectives.

Qualifications

  • Experience in a senior business advisory role, preferably in public sector.
  • Strong skills in financial analysis and cost modelling.
  • Ability to interpret business performance data.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct business process and financial analysis for programme delivery.
  • Develop implementation documents and contribute to business case processes.
  • Monitor and report on program progress and risks.

Skills

Financial analysis
Stakeholder relationship management
Communication skills
Service design
Analytical skills

Job description

Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Business Advisor to support the delivery of a priority government initiative over the next 6-months with the option to potentially extend for another 6-months. As a key member of a dynamic team, you’ll provide business planning, financial analysis, service design and advisory expertise to support the programme’s design and delivery. You'll contribute to key deliverables including a business case, implementation plans, and change support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct business process, financial analysis, and service design advice to support programme planning and delivery
  • Develop implementation documents including papers, reports, briefings and proposals and contribute to developing business case processes, budget bid proposals, and financial modelling
  • Provide service design and change management advice
  • Monitor and report on programme progress, risks, and resource needs
  • Support project planning and ensure alignment with government priorities
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Share knowledge and coach other team members to lift team capability
  • Contribute to high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement

Experience required:

  • Experience in a similar senior business advisory role ideally within the public sector
  • Financial analysis, cost modelling, and development of business case documents (preferably in the public sector)
  • Experience supporting and assisting the delivery of business case process (not required to lead)
  • Researching and analysing complex issues to develop practical solutions
  • Working with senior leaders and stakeholders in large or complex organisations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interpret financial, numerical, and business performance data
  • Good understanding of government processes including planning, budgeting, and reporting
  • Experience in stakeholder relationship management

What’s Next:

If this sounds like you or you’d be keen to find out more please apply now and include an updated CV and cover letter. For any questions please contact James Atkin at James@thejohnsongroup.co.nz quoting reference number JA6405.

Or, for further information about this job, please contact: James Atkin - Principal Consultant Email: james@thejohnsongroup.co.nz

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