107 critical thinking advisor jobs in New Zealand - Full Time

This is a Full time job

at New Zealand Infrastructure Commission

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Shape key investment & expenditure decision-making for critical infrastructure
Create & translate economic analysis into clear, persuasive narratives
Facilitate regulatory processes & interfaces to drive engagement

Shape key investment & expenditure decision-making for critical infrastructure
Create & translate economic analysis into clear, persuasive narratives
Facilitate regulatory processes & interfaces to drive engagement

Shape NZ’s energy future. Join us to analyse, advise, and drive smart grid investment powering a reliable, net zero Aotearoa.

subClassification: AnalystsAnalysts

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

Featured

Listed ten days ago

Advisor/Senior Advisor, Policy

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

$93,443 - $138,664

Work on high-impact infrastructure policy that shapes Aotearoa’s future
Work with smart, passionate people in a collaborative team
Competitive salary, great benefits and flexible working options

Work on high-impact infrastructure policy that shapes Aotearoa’s future
Work with smart, passionate people in a collaborative team
Competitive salary, great benefits and flexible working options

Shape NZ’s infrastructure future at Te Waihanga by influencing impactful policy on planning, funding & climate.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Policy Advisor

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$75114-$93724 +KiwiSaver +Wellness Benefits

Are you interested in developing a career in policy advice and development?
Do you enjoy researching problems to understand the issues/formulate solutions?
Engage with and learn from experts and build your own knowledge.

Are you interested in developing a career in policy advice and development?
Do you enjoy researching problems to understand the issues/formulate solutions?
Engage with and learn from experts and build your own knowledge.

An exciting opportunity for you to develop your experience in Policy with the Economic Development Policy team at MBIE.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Advisor, Policy Advisory Group (4 year fixed term)

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

This is a Full time job

at National Collective of Independent Women's Refuges Inc

Gain unparalleled experience influencing policy at the highest level
Be part of a high-performing team dedicated to tackling NZ’s biggest challanges
Get personalised support throughout your journey at DPMC

Gain unparalleled experience influencing policy at the highest level
Be part of a high-performing team dedicated to tackling NZ’s biggest challanges
Get personalised support throughout your journey at DPMC

Shape NZ’s future at the heart of government - provide expert advice, tackle complex challenges, and grow as a part of DPMC's Policy Advisory Group.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

People Power Adviser

at Amnesty International

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Do you want to help shape a just future, driving change here in Aotearoa and at a global level?

subClassification: Volunteer Coordination & SupportVolunteer Coordination & Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Admissions Advisor

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Process-focused with strong critical thinking skills
Enjoy a varied role with customer process and face-to-face support
Full-time position with excellent benefits

Process-focused with strong critical thinking skills
Enjoy a varied role with customer process and face-to-face support
Full-time position with excellent benefits

Join a supportive team at the heart of the student journey as an Admissions Advisor, guiding applicants from admission through to programme planning

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Principal Advisor

This is a Full time job

Te Aro, Wellington

Rare opportunity for this role
Challenging and exciting
Rewarding and adding value every day

Rare opportunity for this role
Challenging and exciting
Rewarding and adding value every day

This is a senior role that requires a specific skill set and experience across a wide range of capabilities. Apply today if this role appeals to you.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

12d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Operations Advisor - Wellington

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

$69,205 - $81,098

24/7 shift work - receive fully paid training & support
Bring your experience in phone & email communications into this fast-paced role
Roles based in Wellington, Upper Hutt

24/7 shift work - receive fully paid training & support
Bring your experience in phone & email communications into this fast-paced role
Roles based in Wellington, Upper Hutt

Join a team responsible for providing electronic monitoring services 24/7 around NZ!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

8h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

$130k - $156k p.a.

Join a multi-disciplinary project team improving New Zealand's Infrastructure
Lead work developing a new regulatory regime
2-year fixed term position

Join a multi-disciplinary project team improving New Zealand's Infrastructure
Lead work developing a new regulatory regime
2-year fixed term position

Play a key role in developing a new regulatory regime targeted at bettering New Zealand's infrastructure.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Managing Principal - Regulatory and Thematic

at Ministry of Defence

This is a Full time job

Annual salary + Kiwisaver + benefits

Wellington CBD
Advance New Zealand's defence policy
Complex work programme

Wellington CBD
Advance New Zealand's defence policy
Complex work programme

Managing Principal – Regulatory and Thematic Wellington CBD Advance

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Principal Advisor, Policy (multiple opportunities)

at Ministry for Regulation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Social Development

Lead complex policy work to lift regulatory quality across government
Work in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and judgement
Join a small, agile central agency with a big mission

Lead complex policy work to lift regulatory quality across government
Work in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and judgement
Join a small, agile central agency with a big mission

Shape high‑impact policy and lift regulatory quality nationwide. Join a small, agile central agency with real influence.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Advisor - Wellington

This is a Full time job

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Work closely with colleagues across Strategy and Insights
Shape work that improves how evidence and insights are used
Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Wellington

Work closely with colleagues across Strategy and Insights
Shape work that improves how evidence and insights are used
Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Wellington

Lead and contribute to strategic analysis to support MSD's direction.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Policy Advisor

This is a Full time job

Please email about our remuneration framework

Opportunities to develop briefings, Cabinet papers & legislative processes
Supportive environment with interesting, challenging work that matters
3 opportunities available to improve the lives of children and young people

Opportunities to develop briefings, Cabinet papers & legislative processes
Supportive environment with interesting, challenging work that matters
3 opportunities available to improve the lives of children and young people

Three exciting opportunities available to join a small, supportive policy team dedicated to those who need it most: children and young people.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Advisor, OIA Services

at ACC New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

plus 9% Superannuation

Join a purpose-driven organisation that supports your growth, values inclusion
Supportive team culture, ongoing training and opportunities to develop a career
Permanent full-time position

Join a purpose-driven organisation that supports your growth, values inclusion
Supportive team culture, ongoing training and opportunities to develop a career
Permanent full-time position

Provide clear, pragmatic advice and work proactively to manage risks and expectations in a fast‑paced environment!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Strategic Advisor

at ACC New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington

$140k - $180k + 9% Super

Translate actuarial insight into influential advice
Partner across the business to support confident decision‑making
Contribute to a financially sustainable scheme that delivers value for NZ

Translate actuarial insight into influential advice
Partner across the business to support confident decision‑making
Contribute to a financially sustainable scheme that delivers value for NZ

Provide influential advice that connects actuarial insight to ACC's strategic and scheme outcomes.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Market Advisor – Wholesale Design

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Shape NZ’s wholesale electricity market design and policy settings
Influence regulators and industry through high-quality insights
Lead strategic initiatives from concept to delivery in a changing system

Shape NZ’s wholesale electricity market design and policy settings
Influence regulators and industry through high-quality insights
Lead strategic initiatives from concept to delivery in a changing system

Lead wholesale electricity market design at Transpower’s System Operator—shape policy, influence the sector, and support a secure renewable future.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$132,417-$160,472, +KiwiSaver, +Wellness Benefits

Develop your policy expertise working in a high-profile area of reform
Advise on initiatives to grow our biotechnology sector and emerging tech sectors
Use your passion in leading and coaching others to develop their policy craft

Develop your policy expertise working in a high-profile area of reform
Advise on initiatives to grow our biotechnology sector and emerging tech sectors
Use your passion in leading and coaching others to develop their policy craft

We are seeking a high-performing, experienced Principal Policy Advisor to join our Biotech Policy and Regulation team at MBIE

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Advisor – Media and Communications | Kaitohutohu Matua

at Stats NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

$97,270 - $131,601 + KiwiSaver

Balanced work-life with hybrid work + 37.5 hrs/week
3 extra annual leave days during Christmas + great benefits + allowances
Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments)

Balanced work-life with hybrid work + 37.5 hrs/week
3 extra annual leave days during Christmas + great benefits + allowances
Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments)

Lead proactive media and comms at Stats NZ - shape stories, manage risks, advise leaders, and enhance our reputation across the NZ media landscape.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Advisor Security Learning

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

$95,249 - $110,132 (including 4% superannuation)

Turn complex security data into learning that sticks
Small, high performing, collaborative team
Based in Defence House in Wellington

Turn complex security data into learning that sticks
Small, high performing, collaborative team
Based in Defence House in Wellington

Step into a role that analyses, designs and develops modern learning solutions that changes security culture

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Market Advisor – Wholesale Design

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Shape NZ’s wholesale electricity market design and policy settings
Influence regulators and industry through high-quality insights
Lead strategic initiatives from concept to delivery in a changing system

Shape NZ’s wholesale electricity market design and policy settings
Influence regulators and industry through high-quality insights
Lead strategic initiatives from concept to delivery in a changing system

Lead wholesale electricity market design at Transpower’s System Operator—shape policy, influence the sector, and support a secure renewable future.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Principal Advisor Redress System Strategy

at Crown Response Office

This is a Full time job

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

$131,082 – $182,923 per year

Fixed term or secondment opportunity
Wellington CBD location close to train station
Cross-agency work programme

Fixed term or secondment opportunity
Wellington CBD location close to train station
Cross-agency work programme

Lead cross‑agency redress reform, providing high‑quality advice and practical tools to support survivor‑centred delivery.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Chief Advisor - Business Services - NPHS

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Contribute to transforming the future of health in this pivotal role
Location: Auckland or Wellington
Permanent, Full-Time

Contribute to transforming the future of health in this pivotal role
Location: Auckland or Wellington
Permanent, Full-Time

Chief Advisor provides high quality advice and strategic thought leadership .

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

18d ago

Listed five days ago

Principal Advisor

at Waikato Tainui

This is a Full time job

Principal Advisor driving iwi-led care system strategy, delivering insights, influencing policy, and improving outcomes for mokopuna and whaanau.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Senior Safety and Assurance Advisor

at SeaLink Travel Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive remuneration
The opportunity to work for a company who cares about their people
Opportunity to work with like-minded, passionate individuals

Competitive remuneration
The opportunity to work for a company who cares about their people
Opportunity to work with like-minded, passionate individuals

Support leaders and strengthen compliance while embedding a proactive, high-performing safety culture.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

18d ago

Listed six days ago

Implementation and Support Specialist

at Timecloud

This is a Full time job

Orewa, Auckland

$55,000 – $75,000 per year

We are committed to growing across New Zealand and multiple international markets and leading the way in Workforce Management and HR software.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$132k - $155k p.a.

A policy team shaping and influencing land transport revenue and investments
Lead delivery of policy projects
Permanent position based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch

A policy team shaping and influencing land transport revenue and investments
Lead delivery of policy projects
Permanent position based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch

Opportunity to shape and influence important aspects of the land transport regulatory system for users and vehicles - join us!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior People & Culture Adviser

at Safe Kids in Daily Supervision Limited

This is a Full time job

Glenfield, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hybrid (3-2) FT perm role based out of our Glenfield office
Help drive the evolution of our people practices within NZ
Join an international leading provider of outside school hours care

Hybrid (3-2) FT perm role based out of our Glenfield office
Help drive the evolution of our people practices within NZ
Join an international leading provider of outside school hours care

Join sKids as a Senior P&C Advisor in Auckland, where you'll partner with leaders across multiple school sites to enhance our people practices.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Jobs and Skills Advisor

at H2R Consulting

This is a Full time job

Glen Innes, Auckland

Meaningful work, supportive team, great benefits

Provide end-to-end employment support for whānau across diverse career pathways
Connect candidates to jobs, training, apprenticeships, and skills opportunities
Deliver workshops, mentoring and support to remove barriers to employment

Provide end-to-end employment support for whānau across diverse career pathways
Connect candidates to jobs, training, apprenticeships, and skills opportunities
Deliver workshops, mentoring and support to remove barriers to employment

Support whānau into jobs, training and apprenticeships through mentoring, workshops and guidance, connecting candidates to meaningful pathways.

subClassification: Employment ServicesEmployment Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

17d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Policy Advisor

at Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

This is a Full time job

at Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Bring your knowledge and experience to the Solomon Islands !
12-month volunteer assignment based in Gizo
Flights, accommodation, and living expenses funded by VSA

Bring your knowledge and experience to the Solomon Islands !
12-month volunteer assignment based in Gizo
Flights, accommodation, and living expenses funded by VSA

Working with the Western Provincial Government to support their work in policy review and development.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Policy Advisor

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Bring your knowledge and experience to the Solomon Islands !
12-month volunteer assignment based in Honiara
Flights, accommodation, and living expenses funded by VSA

Bring your knowledge and experience to the Solomon Islands !
12-month volunteer assignment based in Honiara
Flights, accommodation, and living expenses funded by VSA

Working with two partner organizations on policy review and development.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed two days ago

Investment Analyst – Grid / Energy Infrastructure

This is a Full time job