We are looking for an experience Senior Adviser – Operations, Planning & Performance to leave their mark. This is a fixed term/secondment opportunity until 29 September 2025 and is based in our either Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office.
Mō te tūranga | About the role
The Commission's Economics function has evolved into a centralised operating model, delivering high-quality economic advice and input to our regulatory branches, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and to Commissioners.
In this role, you will lead and support the development and implementation of the Economics Function's strategic framework. You will oversee planning processes, including business plans, budget setting, and responses to Ministerial expectations.
As a key member of the team, you will maintain a comprehensive view of the Economics Function's work, facilitating effective forward-planning and resource allocation. This ensures alignment with objectives and the design and adoption of consistent practices. Leveraging your strong relationship management skills, you will effectively collaborate with teams across the organisation, support the development of engagement strategies, and engage in robust discussions regarding risk, progress, and objectives.
The indicative salary range for this role is $122,320 - $143,905 plus 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects their individual skills, experience, and internal relativities across the organisation.
He kōrero mōu | About you
Our people come from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences which together support the fabric of our mahi and contributes to our vision to make New Zealanders better off.
If you have the following skills and attributes, you could make a great Senior Adviser – Operations, Performance & Planning:
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 asked our staff what it's like to work for Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission:
There's a lot to like about working here. The work is varied and super-interesting, and you have a chance to make a real difference protecting competition and consumers. The people you work with are fantastic: they're hardworking and smart and are passionate about doing their best to make sure New Zealanders are getting a 'fair go'. We care for each other, and our environment is inclusive. We work across boundaries, collaborate, and learn from each other.
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.
We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes. For any queries contact Lisa Weimann on 04 472 2038. Closing date for applications Monday, 28 April 2025.
Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role and think you have what it takes, but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you and would encourage you to apply.
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.
| Job reference: | CC/1855825EW |
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| Job category: | Operations |
| Location: | Wellington or Auckland |
| Job type: | Fixed-term |
| Date posted: | 16-Apr-2025 |
| Application close date: | 28-Apr-2025 |
| Attachments: | Position Description - Economics Senior Adviser_ Economics_ Organisation Performance and Enablement.pdf (PDF, 343KB) Position Description |
