Senior Strategy Advisor Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Governance Advisor

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Attractive Salary Package

Provide governance advice to support senior judicial leaders.
Deliver judicial governance, strategy, and project initiatives.
Build trusted relationships across courts with clear, confidential advice.

Provide governance advice to support senior judicial leaders.
Deliver judicial governance, strategy, and project initiatives.
Build trusted relationships across courts with clear, confidential advice.

Join a unique institution supporting judicial leadership, with exposure to governance, legal policy, strategic and project initiatives.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Principal Market Advisor – Wholesale Design

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

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)

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Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Advisor Resilience and Recovery

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Provide expert advice and guidance on organisational resilience and recovery
Strong relationship management focus
Broad reach across our organisation championing best practice

Provide expert advice and guidance on organisational resilience and recovery
Strong relationship management focus
Broad reach across our organisation championing best practice

Play a key role in supporting DIA's business continuity management, resilience and recovery work programme

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Advisor / Senior Advisor, Hamilton

at Te Puni Kōkiri

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Salaries detailed in the ad + 4.3 wks annual leave

Advisor and Senior Advisor opportunities
Join a supportive, values‑driven team
Based in our Hamilton tari

Advisor and Senior Advisor opportunities
Join a supportive, values‑driven team
Based in our Hamilton tari

Join our Hamilton tima as an Advisor or Senior Advisor and make a genuine difference through purposeful, people-focused Māori development work

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Governance Advisor

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Attractive Salary Package

Provide governance advice to support senior judicial leaders.
Deliver judicial governance, strategy, and project initiatives.
Build trusted relationships across courts with clear, confidential advice.

Provide governance advice to support senior judicial leaders.
Deliver judicial governance, strategy, and project initiatives.
Build trusted relationships across courts with clear, confidential advice.

Join a unique institution supporting judicial leadership, with exposure to governance, legal policy, strategic and project initiatives.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Senior Development Adviser - Design

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Lead activity design and business case development
Strengthen design processes and guidance
Wellington based permanent role

Lead activity design and business case development
Strengthen design processes and guidance
Wellington based permanent role

Shape how New Zealand design and delivers development investments!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11h ago

Listed five days ago

Principal Advisor - Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, 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

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)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Policy Advisor / Senior Policy Advisor (Fixed-term – 6 months)

at Matamata-Piako District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Aroha, Waikato(Hybrid)

$87,258 – $111,022 per year

Mix of policy, planning & advisory work.
Autonomy to manage workload.
Collaborate across the org.

Mix of policy, planning & advisory work.
Autonomy to manage workload.
Collaborate across the org.

The (Senior) Policy Advisor role is ideal for someone who is ready to hit the ground running and knows their way around policy and corporate planning.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Principal Advisor, Strategic Planning and Performance

at PHARMAC

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead strategic planning and performance at Pharmac, driving organisation-wide planning, insights, and reporting to improve health outcomes.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Kaitohutohu – Advisor/Senior Advisor

at Tau Mai

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Provide advice that supports kaupapa Māori outcomes
Apply strong analysis and judgement to guide impactful decision making
12-month fixed term opportunity based in Te Whanganui-a-tara | Wellington

Provide advice that supports kaupapa Māori outcomes
Apply strong analysis and judgement to guide impactful decision making
12-month fixed term opportunity based in Te Whanganui-a-tara | Wellington

An Advisor/Senior Advisor role contributing analysis and advice that supports positive outcomes for Māori.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Advisor – Planning & Projects (1-year fixed term)

at Parliamentary Counsel Office

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$114,291 – $139,689 per year

Embed effective planning and delivery practices
Improve project frameworks and portfolio oversight
Support leaders with prioritisation and risk advice

Embed effective planning and delivery practices
Improve project frameworks and portfolio oversight
Support leaders with prioritisation and risk advice

Senior advisor role supporting planning and project delivery, embedding frameworks, strengthening governance, and turning strategy into delivery.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Human Resources Advisor - 2 x roles

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Shape and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
Salary range between $92,912 - $124, 500 depending on skills and experience.
2 roles (1x permanent & 1 x fixed term/secondment); Wellington or Christchurch.

Shape and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
Salary range between $92,912 - $124, 500 depending on skills and experience.
2 roles (1x permanent & 1 x fixed term/secondment); Wellington or Christchurch.

We are looking for two experienced HR professionals to join our team as Senior Advisors

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

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

1d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Adviser, Talent Advisory

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 to $101,967 depending on experience

Own your recruitment portfolio and deliver value‑add advice
Be part of a collaborative Talent Advisory team
Wellington City

Own your recruitment portfolio and deliver value‑add advice
Be part of a collaborative Talent Advisory team
Wellington City

Work in an evolving recruitment environment, advising leaders, managing portfolios, and contributing to improved hiring practices and outcomes.

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

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

14h ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Consultant - Technology, Strategy & Transformation

at Deloitte - NZ

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Join an award-winning global consulting and implementation practice
Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships.
Social events, social sports teams and monthly Firm drinks

Join an award-winning global consulting and implementation practice
Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships.
Social events, social sports teams and monthly Firm drinks

Join us a Technology Senior Consultant and make an impact!

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Strategy Execution & Organisation Design Manager

at Volte

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

A hands‑on role turning strategy into operating models, organisation design, and clear, executive‑level decisions.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

30d+ ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Economist

at Ministry of Transport

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$109,208 – $145,055 per year

Provide economic advice, insights and appraisal services across the Ministry to support evidence-based policy advice and development.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed five days ago

Principal Market Advisor – Wholesale Design

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

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)

5d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Programme Operations

at AcademyEX Education Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Coordinates delivery of two Master’s programmes, managing scheduling, systems and students to ensure smooth operations and strong learner experience.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Transnational Education (TNE) Process Advisor

at The University of Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $90,000 + KiwiSaver up to 6.75%

Great benefits and career opportunities with a leading NZ employer
A great in office culture with flexible working to balance life's priorities.
Tackle exciting projects and meaningful work with autonomy and a great team.

Great benefits and career opportunities with a leading NZ employer
A great in office culture with flexible working to balance life's priorities.
Tackle exciting projects and meaningful work with autonomy and a great team.

Would you enjoy reviewing processes, identifying opportunities, and driving changes to improve efficiency and accelerate partnership development?

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Sales(Sales)

20d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Principal Advisor Redress System Strategy

at Crown Response Office

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$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)

23d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Communications Advisor

at Seafood New Zealand

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Working for one of New Zealand's most sustainable food producing sectors
Small, highly focused, fun team

Working for one of New Zealand's most sustainable food producing sectors
Small, highly focused, fun team

Seafood New Zealand is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Adviser who can work alongside our Director Communications and Engagement.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Investment Adviser

at Ministry for Primary Industries

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$100,934 to $135,076

Lead impactful investment projects supporting Māori aspirations
Opportunity for someone already in an advisory role to take the next step up
Build trusted partnerships with Māori and key sector stakeholders

Lead impactful investment projects supporting Māori aspirations
Opportunity for someone already in an advisory role to take the next step up
Build trusted partnerships with Māori and key sector stakeholders

Provide strategic investment advice and lead initiatives that support Māori primary sector aspirations and sustainable growth

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Human Resources Advisor - 2 x roles

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Shape and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
Salary range between $92,912 - $124, 500 depending on skills and experience.
2 roles (1x permanent & 1 x fixed term/secondment); Wellington or Christchurch.

Shape and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
Salary range between $92,912 - $124, 500 depending on skills and experience.
2 roles (1x permanent & 1 x fixed term/secondment); Wellington or Christchurch.

We are looking for two experienced HR professionals to join our team as Senior Advisors.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

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

1d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Investment Product Analyst

at MAS

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

We’re looking for an Investment Product Analyst to join our Investments team

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Communications Advisor

at ETEL Ltd

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

Convenient Avondale location with onsite car parking
Practical, hands‑on communications role
Competitive remuneration package

Convenient Avondale location with onsite car parking
Practical, hands‑on communications role
Competitive remuneration package

Communications Advisor partnering with leaders in a dynamic manufacturing business to deliver clear, engaging internal and external communications.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Advisor, National Risk

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

Be an early applicant

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

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) Wellington-based

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago