Senior Regulatory Operational Policy Advisor
Core
Shape the future of conservation regulation in Aotearoa New Zealand by leading complex operational policy work, translating legislative changes into effective regulatory settings, and providing evidence-based advice on high-profile conservation law reform and regulatory modernisation initiatives.
Role type
Senior Regulatory Operational Policy Advisor
Builds
A modernized regulatory system supporting the protection and restoration of New Zealand's natural heritage
Domain
Public sector / Environmental policy / Conservation law
Required skills
Regulatory policy expertise, legislative interpretation, stakeholder engagement, complex program leadership, analytical and critical thinking, Māori tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding
Preferred skills
Natural resource management experience, environmental regulation knowledge, compliance approaches
Responsibilities
Lead complex operational policy work to support conservation law reform, translate legislative changes into operational settings, provide trusted advice to senior decision-makers, build relationships across policy/legal/operational stakeholders, identify implementation risks and opportunities, mentor team members, work with Treaty partners for Māori engagement
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence