Manager, Regulatory Reviews

2 weeks ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Are you ready to make a real impact in the public sector?
- Drive high-impact regulatory reviews that shape national policy
- Be part of a small, agile central agency with a big mission

**About the Ministry for Regulation**

The Ministry for Regulation is a small government agency with a big job to do.

We're focused on lifting quality across all regulatory systems and supporting agencies with regulatory responsibilities to align with good practice. We want it to be easier for businesses to innovate, grow and comply, while still ensuring the benefits from regulation that we take for granted won't change.

We are a small group of dedicated professionals, working in a 'can do' environment.

**About the team**

The Reviews and System Capability business group operates as a cohesive, expert advisory function to government, providing strategic and operational leadership across key programmes of work. Its focus includes:

- Strengthening regulatory system capability through a range of targeted interventions and mechanisms; and
- Enhancing regulation and regulatory systems by conducting focused reviews of varying scope and complexity.

**About the role**

This isn't just another managerial role - it's your chance to lead critical change by influencing decision-makers across government and helping to build a smarter, more responsive public service that delivers real change for New Zealanders. You'll work at the heart of government in a central agency, collaborating with passionate professionals who care deeply about making a meaningful difference for New Zealanders and the issues they care about most.

You will:

- Lead a team of professionals to conduct regulatory reviews into critical issues that affect every day New Zealanders
- Turn complex information into bold, actionable policy advice
- Influence regulatory change at all levels of government by maintaining relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders
- Manage complex work programmes by setting clear objectives, and measuring and monitoring progress and results aligned to strategic priorities
- Oversee professional and personal development for a team of advisors at different stages in their careers
- Lead key stakeholder relationships

**You will bring**
- A strong background in delivery, with demonstrated experience of leading legislative change from policy development through to implementation
- Advanced critical thinking, sound judgement, and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and what drives them
- Experience in leading high-performance teams in dynamic and fast-paced environments
- Expertise in leading public engagement and cross-sector collaboration
- An inspiring and effective leadership style that supports professional growth and team cohesion
- Experience in matrix management is desirable, though not essential.

Excellent relationship management skills and confidence in constructively challenging the status quo

Please click here for the job description: Manager, Regulatory Reviews

**What we can offer you**
- Work that matters, with real-world impacts for everyday New Zealanders and the future of the public service
- An opportunity to build a wide range of transferable skills and knowledge quickly that will benefit you throughout your career
- A supportive, inclusive team environment that fosters creative thinking and values your voice.

**Salary range**:$169,590 - $224,313**

**How to apply**

Applications close on: Friday, 7 November 2025.

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