Senior Policy & Regulatory Implementation Lead

Hawke's Bay District Council; Napier; On-site; NZD 105,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

5 weeks annual leave after 3 years

4% superannuation after 3 years

Life insurance and income protection

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Hawke’s Bay District Council in Napier invites applications for a Senior Implementation Advisor. The role is permanent and full-time, focused on turning policy and regulatory requirements into practical implementation solutions.

You will engage across the organisation and with external stakeholders, guiding cross-council teams and representing Council in national groups. Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in policy or regulatory roles, strong relationship-building and communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in resource management, public policy or related field.
• 5–7 years' experience in a regulatory or policy role.
• Proven experience managing projects and implementing complex statutory processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with stakeholders.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice to support the implementation of national and regional policy and regulatory requirements.
• Work across the organisation and with external stakeholders to support implementation.
• Lead internal working groups and project teams, providing technical input and advice.
• Represent the Council on national working groups and collaborate with government agencies and authorities.

Skills

Relationship management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in resource management/public policy

Job description

Hawke’s Bay District Council in Napier invites applications for a Senior Implementation Advisor. The role is permanent and full-time, focused on turning policy and regulatory requirements into practical implementation solutions.

You will engage across the organisation and with external stakeholders, guiding cross-council teams and representing Council in national groups. Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in policy or regulatory roles, strong relationship-building and communication skills, and a