Senior Policy Advisor

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 113,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Policy Advisor role is with the NZ Ministry of Justice in Wellington. It sits in the Access to Justice Policy team within the Policy Group and is a fixed-term full-time position until 30 March 2027.

It offers real influence over policy affecting New Zealanders and collaboration with policy professionals as you develop scoping and analysis for law reform. You will bring strong policy judgement, analytical skills and relationship management to deliver clear advice and robust policy

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent relationship management and communication.
• Ability to prioritise and deliver on a work programme.
• Sound knowledge of the machinery of Government.

Responsibilities

• Scoping, planning and analysis of policy implications.
• Assess legislative and operational implications of proposed law reform.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across government.
• Provide clear, concise advice to decision-makers.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder mgmt

Policy writing

Project planning

Machinery of Govt

Prioritisation

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

# Senior Policy Advisor at NZ Ministry of Justice, Wellington City## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Senior Policy Advisor - Wellington, Fixed Term Full Time***Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.**Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.***Te Haeata/The Opportunity**We have a fixed-term opportunity for a Senior Policy Advisor in the Access to Justice Policy team in the Policy Group at the Ministry of Justice, until 30 March 2027.If you've got strong policy judgement, can turn complexity into clear advice, and build relationships easily, we want to hear from you. The role will include scoping, planning and analysis of the policy, legislative and operational implications of proposed law reform.*For the full picture of what this role involves, please read the position description before you apply.*What's on offer -* Real influence over policy that affects the lives of New Zealanders* Focused, meaningful work within our policy team* Support from experienced policy professionals as you get up to speed**Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience**You'll bring strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent relationship management and communication, the ability to prioritise and deliver on a defined work programme and sound knowledge of the machinery of Government. A relevant tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) and the right to work in New Zealand are essential. Legislative process experience is a bonus, not a requirement.**Mō mātou/About us**At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.**Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here**We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:* an online professional development portal* access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networksSee our full range of benefits here.With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.**Utu ā-tau/Salary**The appointing salary for this role will be between $112,766 to $145,388 pro rata, and will be based on skills and experience.**Tono mai/Apply**Apply via our Careers Website, attaching your CV and cover letter. Full detail on the role is in the position description.**Applications close 25 September 2026. We will review CVs as they come in and invite candidates to interview before the close date.**If you have any questions, please contact [e-mail] us on LinkedIn## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | NZ Ministry of Justice || Location: | Wellington City || Position type: | Fixed Term Full Time || Category: | Policy & analysis || Date listed: | 21-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | $112,766 - $145,388 || Closing date: | 25-Sep-2026 || Reference: | NZ/1948333 || Attachment: | Senior Policy Advisor - Policy.pdf (PDF, 247KB) || File links: | || Website: | |