Connecting...

Government & Policy, Specialist

Senior Advisor - Operational Policy

Job Title: Senior Advisor - Operational Policy
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Wellington
Specialisation:
REF: 130470
Contact Details: Kathy Claridge
Contact Email: kathy.claridge@beyond.co.nz
Job Published: 3 days ago
Senior Advisor - Operational Policy | Wellington | Fixed Term Opportunity

We are inviting expressions of interest from experienced professionals with a strong background in operational policy development, implementation, and advisory work.

About the Role:
As a Senior Advisor Operational Policy, you’ll play a key role in a high-performing and fast-paced team, leading aspects of policy implementation. This includes interpreting legislation and government decisions to inform operational approaches, advising key stakeholders on decision-making parameters, and contributing to the design of business processes and tools.

What You’ll Bring:
We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate:
  • Proven experience in interpreting legislation and policy and applying it in an operational setting.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships.
  • A track record of successfully leading and delivering projects, managing competing priorities, and mitigating risks.
  • Agility and resilience in high-pressure environments, with the ability to adapt quickly and think strategically.

Key Capabilities:
To thrive in this role, you’ll also need:
  • Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
  • Strong time management and organisational abilities.
  • Comfort working in ambiguous or evolving environments.
  • A proactive mindset and openness to challenge and feedback.
  • High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
  • Professional independence and composure under pressure.
Connect with us:
If you're actively seeking new opportunities or considering a change, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV (in Word format) and a cover letter outlining your availability, areas of expertise, and interests to:

Kathy.Claridge@beyond.co.nz or Ryan.Wilson@beyond.co.nz
Kathy Claridge & Ryan Wilson – Specialist Policy & Government Recruiters

 

Hi I'm Kathy, I manage this role. See more of my jobs here.