CareerPlan

Senior Regulatory Operational Policy Advisor

Wellington, Greater WellingtonFull-time$94k–$127k2026-11-03
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Shape the future of conservation regulation in Aotearoa New Zealand by leading high-profile law reform and regulatory modernisation initiatives.

Role type

Senior Regulatory Operational Policy Advisor

Builds

A regulatory system that better supports the protection and restoration of New Zealand's unique natural heritage

Domain

Public sector / Environmental policy / Conservation law

Required skills

Regulatory policy expertise, Operational policy experience, Public policy background, Legislative interpretation, Policy-to-implementation translation, Complex work programme leadership, Stakeholder engagement, Māori tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Preferred skills

Natural resource management experience, Environmental regulation knowledge, Regulatory systems knowledge

Responsibilities

Lead complex operational policy work to support conservation law reform, Translate legislative and policy changes into effective operational regulatory settings, Provide evidence-based advice on complex regulatory issues, Build relationships across policy, legal, operational and regulatory stakeholders, Identify emerging risks and implementation challenges, Provide guidance and mentoring to team members, Work with Treaty partners to support Māori engagement

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC