Senior Adviser, Enterprise Engagement

About this role

Ko mātou tēnei | Who we are

Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission is Aotearoa New Zealand's competition, fair trading and economic regulatory agency. Our vision is that New Zealanders are better off because markets work well and consumers and businesses are confident participants in those markets.

We're looking for two experienced engagement professionals to join our Communications and Enterprise Engagement team. We have a permanent position and a fixed term position until June 2027, based in our either Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Reporting to the Head of Communications and Enterprise Engagement, you'll play a key role in leading stakeholder engagement initiatives, delivering high-quality events, and building trusted relationships both across the Commission and externally. You'll work closely with senior leaders, stakeholders and colleagues to ensure our engagement activities are strategic, coordinated and impactful.

This varied role will see you:

• Lead the planning and delivery of stakeholder events, webinars, livestreams and other engagement activities in close coordination with our communications advisers.
• Help develop and implement the Commission's enterprise approach to stakeholder engagement.
• Provide trusted advice and manage briefings to senior leaders, including the Chair, Board members and Chief Executive, on engagement opportunities and priorities.
• Manage stakeholder databases, engagement platforms and communications to key audiences.
• Build relationships across government, industry groups, consumer organisations and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives that strengthen engagement capability across the Commission.

The full salary range for this position is $117,629 - $159,145 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver employer contribution. We anticipate appointing between $117,629 and $138,387 depending on skills, experience and internal relativities. Starting salaries above this level would generally only be considered where a candidate brings highly relevant expertise and experience.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You'll be a highly organised relationship builder who enjoys working across a broad range of stakeholders and delivering high-quality engagement outcomes. You may come from communications, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, government relations, events management or a related field.

To be successful in this role you'll bring:

• Experience developing and delivering stakeholder engagement programmes, corporate events or similar initiatives.
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to influence and build credibility with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent planning and project management capability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgement, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering great outcomes for customers and stakeholders.

Experience working in the public sector, regulatory environment or another complex organisation would be advantageous.

Read more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position description. If you are applying via SEEK, by clicking Apply Now you will be redirected to our careers page where you can access our position description.

Te wāhi mahi | Working here

We're friendly and collaborative and enjoy contributing to our shared vision of making New Zealanders better off and are committed to our people's wellbeing. Our flexible working options are key to supporting that goal and our people have the technology they need to make it happen. Our environment is inclusive, and our people know they are free to be their authentic selves at work and structure the way they work to suit their lifestyle.

Click here to find out more about benefits and life here at Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission.

Ka pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

If you want to contribute to our vision to make New Zealanders better off, please click 'Apply for this job' below. You will need to complete an online application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter outlining your motivation for applying for this role and the skills and experience you bring.

For any queries contact Liz Martin on 04 924 3625. Closing date for applications Thursday 26 November 2026.

Our recruitment process is fair, inclusive and free from bias and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user friendly for them.  We are an equal opportunity employer.  We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture.  Put simply – you can be yourself here.