Strategic Lead Advisor, Transport Regulation & Policy

Marketplace; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Transport Agency in Auckland is seeking a Lead Advisor for Commercial Transport Regulation to provide strategic, executive-level advice and support to the Head of Commercial Transport Regulation. You will connect strategy, evidence and operational insight to improve regulatory performance and safety outcomes.

We value executives with strong regulatory experience and the ability to influence across agencies and industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality strategic and executive advice to support senior leadership decision making.
• Lead business planning, performance monitoring and continuous improvement across Commercial Transport Regulation.
• Develop business cases, governance papers, strategic reports and executive-level advice.
• Use data, evidence and insights to identify emerging risks, trends and opportunities and translate these into clear recommendations.
• Lead complex strategic initiatives that strengthen regulatory performance and safety outcomes.
• Translate regulatory policy, requirements and government expectations into practical approaches.
• Represent senior leadership across internal, cross-agency, industry and governance forums.
• Build strong relationships across government, industry, regulated parties and regulatory partners.

Job description

New Zealand Transport Agency in Auckland is seeking a Lead Advisor for Commercial Transport Regulation to provide strategic, executive-level advice and support to the Head of Commercial Transport Regulation. You will connect strategy, evidence and operational insight to improve regulatory performance and safety outcomes.

We value executives with strong regulatory experience and the ability to influence across agencies and industry.