Strategic Advisor, Finance, Commercial & Property

Kumara Vine; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 171,000 - 256,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Job summary

Ministry of Education in Wellington seeks a Chief Advisor, Finance Commercial and Property to shape strategic direction and oversee governance, finance and property functions. The role reports to the CFO and partners with senior leaders to drive transformation across a large public sector organisation.

The successful candidate will influence cross‑government initiatives, build capability, and lead significant change programmes while delivering sound financial stewardship and strategic

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience across finance, commercial and property functions.
• Strong strategic and governance capabilities.
• Experience leading large, complex organisations in the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CFO and Finance, Commercial and Property leadership team.
• Provide strategic leadership, advice and oversight across finance, commercial and property functions.
• Lead and resolve complex issues balancing risk and long‑term outcomes.
• Drive high‑quality reporting and briefs for senior leaders and external stakeholders.

Skills

Senior leadership

Finance

Commercial

Property

Corporate functions

Job description

Ministry of Education in Wellington seeks a Chief Advisor, Finance Commercial and Property to shape strategic direction and oversee governance, finance and property functions. The role reports to the CFO and partners with senior leaders to drive transformation across a large public sector organisation.

The successful candidate will influence cross‑government initiatives, build capability, and lead significant change programmes while delivering sound financial stewardship and strategic