Governance Manager Full Time Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Manager, Strategy, governance and advocacy

This is a Full time job

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Powering Aotearoa's key industries, MITO is hiring a Manager, Strategy to lead governance and advocacy for a future‑ready workforce.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Pou Whakahaere | Chief Operating Officer

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Newly created leadership role with autonomy and scope to make your mark
Drive operational excellence in a kaupapa Māori organisation
Lead people, systems and service delivery that changes lives

Newly created leadership role with autonomy and scope to make your mark
Drive operational excellence in a kaupapa Māori organisation
Lead people, systems and service delivery that changes lives

Build stronger services for whānau across Te Tai Tokerau in a high-impact senior role with scope to improve, lead and create lasting change.

Recruited byKirsty McLaren

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

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Listed seventeen days ago

Manager, Strategy, governance and advocacy

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Powering Aotearoa's key industries, MITO is hiring a Manager, Strategy to lead governance and advocacy for a future‑ready workforce.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Programme Integration & Governance Lead

at Humankind

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$160,000 – $200,000

Your work will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

Your work will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

An opportunity for career defining work by contributing to a programme of national significance.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Consultant — Radically (New Zealand)

at Radically Consulting

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

We are looking for commercially minded consultants with strong judgement and curiosity about how organisations actually function.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

19d ago

Listed four days ago

Risk Lead

at Humankind

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$140,000 - $180,000

Your work will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

Your work will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

An opportunity for career defining work by contributing to a programme of national significance.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Compliance Director - Financial Services

at deVere New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

$130,000 – $170,000 per year

Senior leadership role with real influence across the business
Full ownership of compliance in a growing financial services firm
Opportunity to shape strategy within a high-growth, international environment

Senior leadership role with real influence across the business
Full ownership of compliance in a growing financial services firm
Opportunity to shape strategy within a high-growth, international environment

Lead compliance strategy and governance, working closely with the Board in a high impact, senior leadership role, driving excellence

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Governance Relations & Support Officer

at Central Hawke's Bay District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Waipawa, Hawkes Bay

Are you passionate about making a difference for the community?
Do you enjoy working is a small team?
Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude?

Are you passionate about making a difference for the community?
Do you enjoy working is a small team?
Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude?

We are seeking a Governance Relations & Support Officer to join Council’s governance function.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Pou Whakahaere | Chief Operating Officer

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Newly created leadership role with autonomy and scope to make your mark
Drive operational excellence in a kaupapa Māori organisation
Lead people, systems and service delivery that changes lives

Newly created leadership role with autonomy and scope to make your mark
Drive operational excellence in a kaupapa Māori organisation
Lead people, systems and service delivery that changes lives

Build stronger services for whānau across Te Tai Tokerau in a high-impact senior role with scope to improve, lead and create lasting change.

Recruited byKirsty McLaren

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Governance Services Lead

at Ngāi Tahu

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Senior, influential governance leadership role with enterprise‑wide impact
Trusted advisor to executive leaders, Chairs, and committees
Opportunity to modernise and shape governance systems for the future

Senior, influential governance leadership role with enterprise‑wide impact
Trusted advisor to executive leaders, Chairs, and committees
Opportunity to modernise and shape governance systems for the future

Leads end‑to‑end governance services, advising leaders and Chairs, supporting boards and committees, and lifting systems, standards and delivery.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Advisor, Accountability, Risk and Assurance

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$110,000 - $160,000

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Contribute to outcomes that matter
Work with smart and motivated people in an environment that values collaboration

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Contribute to outcomes that matter
Work with smart and motivated people in an environment that values collaboration

Senior Advisor, Accountability, Risk and Assurance Wellington-based

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Administrator

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!

A great opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join the Watercare team.
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!
Based at Mangere Wastewater Treatment Plant

A great opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join the Watercare team.
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!
Based at Mangere Wastewater Treatment Plant

Watercare is looking for a motivated and experienced Administrator to support our team.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

General Manager – Health, Safety and Wellbeing

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Executive impact – Shape strategy, culture and risk at the top
Purposeful leadership – Partner with Boards to drive real impact
Live where the action is – Christchurch’s new stadium + vibrant city core

Executive impact – Shape strategy, culture and risk at the top
Purposeful leadership – Partner with Boards to drive real impact
Live where the action is – Christchurch’s new stadium + vibrant city core

Rare executive HSW leadership role shaping strategy and culture across Ngāi Tahu Holdings’ diverse portfolio.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

4d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Project Lead

at ONZL Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mairangi Bay, Auckland(Hybrid)

Small friendly team
Hybrid working enviornment
Lots of variety and opportunity to learn

Small friendly team
Hybrid working enviornment
Lots of variety and opportunity to learn

Be a project lead for our clients in the management of their working groups and special interest groups, driving the projects forward.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

14d ago

Listed ten days ago

Governance Advisor

at Tauranga City Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$73,000 to $84,000 + 5 weeks leave

Support lawful Council and committee meetings end‑to‑end
Provide trusted governance advice to elected members and leaders
Strengthen democratic processes across a growing cit

Support lawful Council and committee meetings end‑to‑end
Provide trusted governance advice to elected members and leaders
Strengthen democratic processes across a growing cit

Provide trusted governance advice and support effective, lawful Council decision‑making across meetings, committees and democratic processes.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Data & AI Governance Specialist

at Alexander James Limited

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland(Hybrid)

Permanent Opportunity
North Shore + Hybrid Working
Supportive leadership and a genuinely collaborative team

Permanent Opportunity
North Shore + Hybrid Working
Supportive leadership and a genuinely collaborative team

A real opportunity to shape how things are done in a lean, practical way.

Recruited byTanique Francis

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Risk Consultant

at Techspace Consulting Limited

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Up to $140K based on experience

Advise government agencies on risk, controls, and governance. Lead reviews, influence outcomes, and build consulting capability.

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Program Manager

at OneReg

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Join us. Let's build something remarkable.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Compliance Lead

at Southern Cross Health Society

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Embed the compliance framework across a complex, member-focused organisation
Be the trusted compliance advisor to executives, Board and governance forums
Flexible working, health & life insurance, and 5 days' wellbeing leave

Embed the compliance framework across a complex, member-focused organisation
Be the trusted compliance advisor to executives, Board and governance forums
Flexible working, health & life insurance, and 5 days' wellbeing leave

Lead compliance capability at New Zealand's largest health insurer, driving member-first outcomes across a complex regulated environment.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Office Manager

at Chapman Employment Relations Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Motueka, Tasman

Opportunity to work closely with experienced consultants and Directors
Supportive and professional team based in Motueka
Varied and influential role where your contribution makes a real difference

Opportunity to work closely with experienced consultants and Directors
Supportive and professional team based in Motueka
Varied and influential role where your contribution makes a real difference

Full-time office leadership role supporting consultants, strengthening systems, and driving process improvement across the business.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Health, Safety and Wellbeing Lead

at Western Bay of Plenty District Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

How does five weeks annual leave, medical insurance and fuel discounts sound?
Deliver expert health and safety systems and solutions.
An exciting opportunity within a fun and supportive team.

How does five weeks annual leave, medical insurance and fuel discounts sound?
Deliver expert health and safety systems and solutions.
An exciting opportunity within a fun and supportive team.

Here's your chance to be part of a dynamic, collaborative and fun Corporate Performance and Partnerships team as Health, Safety and Wellbeing Lead.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Programme Integration Coordinator (Project Coordinator)

at Humankind

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$75,000 - $115,000

Your work will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Support a dynamic team of subject matter experts

Your work will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Support a dynamic team of subject matter experts

An opportunity for career defining work by contributing to a programme of national significance.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Risk and Regulatory Delivery Lead

at MAS

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

We're looking for an experienced Risk Delivery Lead to join our Transformation team.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Governance Team Leader

at South Taranaki District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hawera, Taranaki

Governance Team Leader wanted, full time permanent role.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

High-trust Senior EA role supporting the CE of Stats NZ
Wellington based
Work at the centre of government leadership & decision making

High-trust Senior EA role supporting the CE of Stats NZ
Wellington based
Work at the centre of government leadership & decision making

Are you an exceptional EA who thrives on complexity and trust? We have a fantastic opportunity for you.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Director Legal and Risk

at Kainga Ora

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead the legal, risk and assurance agenda
Operate as a trusted adviser to the CE and Board
Apply legal and risk leadership at scale

Lead the legal, risk and assurance agenda
Operate as a trusted adviser to the CE and Board
Apply legal and risk leadership at scale

Strategic leadership of legal, risk and assurance, providing trusted advice to the CE and Board while applying legal and risk leadership at scale

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Governance Advisor

at Tasman District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Richmond, Tasman

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

$80k $90K + Benefits + birthday leave
Full time permanent role
Opportunity to support how decisions are made, not just recorded

$80k $90K + Benefits + birthday leave
Full time permanent role
Opportunity to support how decisions are made, not just recorded

If you're someone who enjoys bringing structure and clarity to decision-making, thrives on supporting and guiding others, this is the role for you!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed one day ago

General Counsel and Company Secretary

at Tower Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive Salary, Annual Review and Benefits

Purpose-led insurer, here for customers when it matters.
Trusted adviser to Board & Exec on key decisions.
Own legal risk and governance in a regulated environment.

Purpose-led insurer, here for customers when it matters.
Trusted adviser to Board & Exec on key decisions.
Own legal risk and governance in a regulated environment.

Lead legal & governance at Tower. Trusted adviser to Board & Exec, guiding decisions in a highly regulated environment

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Cyber Security Lead

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Opportunities for growth
Collaborative work environment
Strategic innovative focus

Opportunities for growth
Collaborative work environment
Strategic innovative focus

Lead Cyber Security governance, ensure compliance, manage risk, and advise executives to drive secure, resilient technology platforms.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Risk & Compliance Officer

at Instant Finance

This is a Full time job

Greenlane, Auckland

Exposure across multiple regulatory frameworks
Work directly with senior leadership
Career growth in a trusted financial services brand

Exposure across multiple regulatory frameworks
Work directly with senior leadership
Career growth in a trusted financial services brand

Join us as a Risk & Compliance Officer and help drive regulatory excellence while shaping a strong governance and compliance culture.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Executive Assistant - Kaiāwhina Whakahaere Matua

at Mana Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Strong organisational, communication, and relationship management skills
Manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, confidence using digital tools & systems

Strong organisational, communication, and relationship management skills
Manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, confidence using digital tools & systems

Exciting senior opportunity exists within a kaupapa Māori organisation supporting the Tumu Whakarae (CEO).

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Associate Security Consultant (Strategic Advisory)

at Layer 9

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Help organisations manage and continuously improve their security posture
Deliver progressive solutions and services that solve complex security problems
Structured professional development supported of our highly skilled team

Help organisations manage and continuously improve their security posture
Deliver progressive solutions and services that solve complex security problems
Structured professional development supported of our highly skilled team

If you have a growth mindset and want to work in a collaborative and mission driven team, then Layer 9 is an environment in which you will thrive.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

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

4d ago

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