Principal Adviser, Payments

1 day ago

Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

We are looking for a Principal Adviser for our Payments team. This is a permanent, full-time position based in either our Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) offices.

**Mo te turanga | About the role**

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of retail payments in Aotearoa New Zealand. As a Principal Adviser in our Payments team, you'll play a pivotal role in a dynamic and high-impact environment-where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of what we do.

You'll provide both technical and strategic leadership across a broad portfolio of work, supporting the delivery and prioritisation of our payments agenda. Your work will span performance monitoring, advocacy and engagement, rule-setting, and compliance, while also contributing to related initiatives across the Commission and with other financial regulators.

You'll be central to our efforts to improve the efficiency of the current payments system and foster an environment that supports greater competition and innovation-ultimately delivering better outcomes for consumers and businesses.

**He korero mou | About you**

You're a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments. You're equally comfortable developing high-level strategy and rolling up your sleeves to deliver results. You communicate clearly, build trusted relationships, and enjoy mentoring others.

You bring a strong understanding of regulatory environments and a track record of delivering impactful work. You're proactive, solutions-focused, and confident engaging with senior stakeholders.

We're looking for someone with a mix of the following skills and experience:

- A strong interest in payments and a willingness to develop deep expertise in the area
- Proven experience in economic regulation or a related field
- Understanding of regulatory systems and implementation
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Demonstrated success in leading or contributing to complex projects
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail
- Confidence engaging with senior leaders, Commissioners, and industry representatives

**Te wahi 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 pehea te tono mai | How 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._

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