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Principal Advisor Relationships & Investments

Influence transport decision making and shape how our future communities live and move2 permanent positions – 1x based in Wellington | 1x based in Auckland (other locations considered)Local Government Partnerships team – Flexible and fun working environmentAbout u ...

Principal Advisor Relationships & Investments

Influence transport decision making and shape how our future communities live and move2 permanent positions – 1x based in Wellington | 1x based in Auckland (other locations considered)Local Government Partnerships team – Flexible and fun working environmentAbout u ...

Principal Advisor Relationships & Investments

Influence transport decision making and shape how our future communities live and move2 permanent positions – 1x based in Wellington | 1x based in Auckland (other locations considered)Local Government Partnerships team – Flexible and fun working environmentAbout u ...

Principal Advisor Relationships & Investments

Influence transport decision making and shape how our future communities live and move2 permanent positions – 1x based in Wellington | 1x based in Auckland (other locations considered)Local Government Partnerships team – Flexible and fun working environmentAbout u ...

Principal Or Senior Resource Management Planner

Principal or Senior Resource Management PlannerWaimakariri District is a vibrant and rapidly expanding region just north of Christchurch, offering an exceptional lifestyle and strong community spirit.With a population exceeding 60,000 and continued investment in infrastructure and development, the d ...

Strategic Partnerships Manager Government

Company DescriptionUniServices is a wholly owned company of Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, that directly supports the University's ambition to be a global powerhouse of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship.We achieve this through:Growing Research: We help researchers turn ...

Investigator/Senior Investigator

Ko wai matou | The OrganisationJoin a high-profile, specialised Government Agency in Wellington focused on protecting New Zealand's financial integrity and upholding the rule of law.Our small, expert teams handle the nation's most serious and complex financial crime cases, providing an environment w ...

Principal Advisor People & Culture

Principal AdvisorWellington-based | Permanent, Full-time roleThe Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) is seeking an experienced professional to join our Corporate team.This role will provide advice and support on organisation development priorities and contribute to initiatives t ...

Judges Clerk 2026 | Wellington Chief Judge's Chambers

CHIEF DISTRICT COURT JUDGE'S CHAMBERSTE WHARE O NGĀ KAIHAUTŪ WAKA O TE KŌTI-Ā-ROHE O AOTEAROAJudge's Clerk to the Principal Youth Court JudgeHer Honour Judge Ida Malosi Te Haeata/The OpportunityThe Ministry of Justice invites applications for the position of Judge's Cl ...

Judges Clerk 2026 | Wellington Chief Judge's Chambers

CHIEF DISTRICT COURT JUDGE'S CHAMBERSTE WHARE O NGĀ KAIHAUTŪ WAKA O TE KŌTI-Ā-ROHE O AOTEAROAJudge's Clerk to the Principal Youth Court JudgeHer Honour Judge Ida Malosi Te Haeata/The OpportunityThe Ministry of Justice invites applications for the position of Judge's Cl ...

Principal Advisor People & Culture

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Principal Advisor**Wellington-based | Permanent, Full-time roleThe Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) is seeking an experienced professional to join our Corporate team. This role will provide advice and support on organisation development priorities an ...

Principal Advisor People & Culture

## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role**Principal Advisor**Wellington-based | Permanent, Full-time roleThe Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) is seeking an experienced professional to join our Corporate team.This role will provide advice and support on organisation development priori ...

Principal Advisor People & Culture

Principal Advisor Wellington-based | Permanent, Full-time role The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) is seeking an experienced professional to join our Corporate team. This role will provide advice and support on organisation development priorities and contribute to init ...

Senior/Principal Advisor, Workforce and Employment Relations

Kaitohutohu Matua/Kaitohutohu Mātāmua | Senior/Principal Advisor, Workforce and Employment Relations Te Ohu Mahi | Workforce GroupWellingtonSecondment (up to six months) Are you ready to influence employment relations at the heart of government? We're looking for a senior or princip ...

Senior/Principal Advisor, Workforce and Employment Relations

Kaitohutohu Matua/Kaitohutohu Mātāmua | Senior/Principal Advisor, Workforce and Employment Relations Te Ohu Mahi | Workforce GroupWellingtonSecondment (up to six months) Are you ready to influence employment relations at the heart of government? We're looking for a senior or princip ...

Investigator/Senior Investigator

Ko wai mātou | The Organisation Join a high‑profile, specialised Government Agency in Wellington focused on protecting New Zealand's financial integrity and upholding the rule of law. Our small, expert teams handle the nation's most serious and complex financial crime cases, providing an ...

Partnerships & Innovation Manager

Company DescriptionUniServices is a wholly owned company of Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, that directly supports the University's ambition to be a global powerhouse of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship.We achieve this through:Growing Research: We help researchers turn innovative idea ...

Senior Advisor

SENIOR ADVISOR GM OFFICE – ALL OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES DELIVERY GROUPType: Fixed termHours: Full timeLocation: Wellington Business Group: AoG Services DeliveryBranch: Digital ServicesSalary: $111,458 - $138,704 * Newly created fixed term role to support the GM Office to June 2026 * Hybrid workin ...

Senior Advisor

SENIOR ADVISOR GM OFFICE – ALL OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES DELIVERY GROUPType: Fixed termHours: Full timeLocation: Wellington Business Group: AoG Services DeliveryBranch: Digital ServicesSalary: $111,458 - $138,704 * Newly created fixed term role to support the GM Office to June 2026 * Hybrid workin ...

Senior Advisor

Description SENIOR ADVISOR GM OFFICE – ALL OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES DELIVERY GROUP Type: Fixed termHours: Full timeLocation: WellingtonBusiness Group: AoG Services DeliveryBranch: Digital ServicesSalary: $111,458 ...

Kaihautu Rautaki | Principal Strategic Advisor Kaupapa Maori

Posted: 22/09/2025Closing Date: 19/10/2025Job Type: Permanent | Full TimeJob Category: Government, Defence & EmergencyExperienced principal advisor, bringing experience in developing and presenting high quality strategic and policy advice in kaupapa Maori to fulfil Tiriti partnership commitmentsContributing t ...

Principal Adviser Procurement

Position Title: Principal Adviser – Procurement Team and Group: Legal & Procurement, Corporate ServicesPosition Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Wellington CBD officeSalary: $137,529, $150,000 + KiwiSaverAbout the opportunity | Ngā whakamārama mō te t ...

Principal Adviser Procurement

Position Title: Principal Adviser – Procurement Team and Group: Legal & Procurement, Corporate ServicesPosition Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Wellington CBD officeSalary: $137,529, $150,000 + KiwiSaverAbout the opportunity | Ngā whakamārama mō te t ...

Principal Adviser Strategic Financial Management

Principal Adviser - Strategic Financial ManagementJoin to apply for the Principal Adviser - Strategic Financial Management role at Ministry of Transport (New Zealand) - Te Manatu Waka.Position Title: Principal Adviser – Strategic Financial ManagementTeam and Group: Finance, Corporate Service<br ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

* Work form where you are * 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

* Work form where you are * 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large ...

Principal Mechanical Engineer

OverviewJoin to apply for the Principal Mechanical Engineer role at WSP in New Zealand.Fantastic opportunity for a commercially and technically focused Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services team.ResponsibilitiesSupport the Building Services management team in actively promoti ...

Principal Adviser Strategic Financial Management

Principal Adviser - Strategic Financial Management Join to apply for the Principal Adviser - Strategic Financial Management role at Ministry of Transport (New Zealand) - Te Manatū Waka . Position Title: Principal Adviser – Strategic Financial Management T ...

Executive (Research Administration)

National University of Singapore – QueenstownThe National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore.Founded in **** as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore.Job DescriptionTh ...

Senior Compliance Officer

Overview Discover a career with purpose at MBIE. Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Wellington. Salary: $110,098 - $138,028 plus KiwiSaver. About the Role The Senior Compliance Officer reports into the National Manager Compliance within the Resource Markets branch, which ...

Manager / Senior Manager Government & Commercial Advisory

Are you interested in working on projects that will deliver real impact for the lives of New Zealanders and developing your skillset as a commercial advisor?KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. KPMG’s Deal Advisory team supports clients with high-value strategi ...

Manager / Senior Manager Government & Commercial Advisory

Are you interested in working on projects that will deliver real impact for the lives of New Zealanders and developing your skillset as a commercial advisor?KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. KPMG’s Deal Advisory team supports clients with high-value strategi ...

Principal Advisor Artificial Intelligence

About the RoleOur public sector client are looking for a Principal Advisor – Artificial Intelligence to support the ongoing development of AI initiatives. This 6-month contract role involves leading AI strategy and governance, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scalable AI sol ...

Principal Advisor Artificial Intelligence

About the RoleOur public sector client are looking for a Principal Advisor – Artificial Intelligence to support the ongoing development of AI initiatives. This 6-month contract role involves leading AI strategy and governance, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scalable AI sol ...

Principal Process Engineer Water and Wastewater

Principal Process Engineer - Water and Wastewater Join to apply for the Principal Process Engineer - Water and Wastewater role at Jacobs Principal Process Engineer - Water and Wastewater 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to appl ...

Principal Project Controller

Principal Project ControllerEmpowering projects. Enriching communities. Growing together.At Mott MacDonald, we believe infrastructure is more than just physical assets—it's about creating lasting, positive change for people and the planet. As part of our expanding Advisory team, we're looking for a< ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

Senior Advisor Mental Health & Addiction Services

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work form where you are* 18-month fixed term, full timeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services acros ...

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