Senior Investigator

New Zealand Government; Auckland; On-site; NZD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Senior Investigator to join their dynamic team in Auckland. This permanent full-time role offers a unique opportunity to engage in complex immigration investigations while contributing to a critical mission of compliance and enforcement. You'll work in a supportive environment, where your skills in criminal investigations, communication, and mentorship will be valued. As part of this role, you will also receive training to become a warranted Immigration Officer, allowing you to grow your career in a meaningful way. If you are ready to make a positive impact and take the next step in your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex criminal investigations and prosecutions.
• Ability to support vulnerable complainants and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Investigate immigration-related offending and non-compliance.
• Mentor and supervise team members in investigations.

Skills

Criminal investigations

Communication skills

Mentoring and coaching

Knowledge of NZ legislation

Planning and organizing

Modern investigation techniques

Risk management

Education

Tertiary qualification in law enforcement

Tools

IT software for computer forensics

Job description

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

* Investigate high level and general based Immigration offending and non-compliance

* Permanent full-time opportunity, based in Auckland

* Salary range - $101,911-$121,196

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:

The Immigration Compliance and Investigations branch have a vacancy in the investigation team based in Auckland.

We are looking for a self-motivated and passionate Senior Investigator who is eager to take the next step in their career and be part of a dynamic, hardworking team in a fast-paced environment.

We offer the successful candidate the chance to be part of a new era in Immigration with a focus on regulatory expertise in an intelligence informed environment.

The team sits within Te Whakatairanga Service Delivery for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and are tasked with preventing and responding to immigration related offending and non-compliance.

* Bring your investigation skills, knowledge and experience to an immigration setting

* Be part of a supportive and welcoming team, working in a modern and comfortable environment

* You will be exposed to a variety of immigration related investigations throughout New Zealand

* You will be part of a cohesive and collaborative team making a positive difference to Immigration New Zealand

* You will undertake training to become a warranted Immigration Officer

* We offer the ability to grow your career in a supportive environment

* MBIE supports a range of flexible working arrangements

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required

* Experience in leading, planning and / or undertaking complex criminal investigations and prosecutions, including fraud, in a team environment

* Ability to support vulnerable complainants through the investigation and prosecution process

* Excellent communication skills, ability to manage risk and maintain confidentiality with sensitive issues

* Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach and supervise in a team environment

* Sound understanding and application of NZ legislation in investigation and prosecution processes e.g. Criminal Procedures Act, Rules of Evidence, Bill of Rights, Official Information & Privacy Acts and Crimes Act etc.

* Demonstrated planning and organising skills including the ability to maintain a high level of performance when under pressure

* A demonstrated knowledge and application of modern investigation techniques including the use of IT software e.g. computer forensics

* Proven ability to develop trust and credibility with managers and fellow staff

* Tertiary qualification, preferably in law enforcement, and/or comparable relevant experience in investigation and prosecution related work

* The ability to gain and maintain a national security clearance as required

For your application to be considered, you must be either a New Zealand citizen or hold a New Zealand permanent residency class visa.

Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About MBIE:

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

* Mahi Tahi – Better Together

* Māia – Bold and brave

* Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future

* Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:

Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Email Sarah Hutcheson at [e-mail] quoting ref MBIE/17093 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Friday 18 April 2025