Chief Adviser

Ko mātou tēnei | Who we are
Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission is New Zealand's competition, fair trading, consumer credit and economic regulatory agency. Our mission is to make New Zealanders better off by ensuring our markets work well and consumers and businesses are confident participants in those markets.
The Commission is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by increases in its functions, duties and powers, and supported by additional Government funding.
The aim of our Infrastructure Regulation branch is to make New Zealanders better off through the economic regulation of monopoly infrastructure in
Aotearoa. We are looking for a technical specialist to join the team responsible for Data and Information Disclosure (ID). This is a permanent position, based in our Wellington or Auckland office with flexible working options available.
Mō te tūranga | About the role
The use of data is increasingly affecting every aspect of our lives. Our Infrastructure Regulation branch is no different. This is why we are looking for someone to provide leadership and technical skills in data and information management as well as interpretation and improvement of complex regulatory documents and frameworks to help set our projects up for success.
Reporting to the Manager, Data and Information Disclosure (ID), you will play a leadership role in our Data and ID team and shape how we undertake this role. Our Chief Advisers often tackle the most important issues, and work closely with analysts to ensure our work considers the wider context and delivers on the Commission's priorities.
You will form part of a dedicated, collaborative and hardworking team and help guide them to
- Analyse issues and propose solutions
- collect and manage data to support the branch and external interested parties,
- set and maintain Information Disclosure requirements for all regulated sectors, and
- respond to complex enquiries about the disclosures.

This is an opportunity to use your specialist skillset to make a real difference across all sectors that we regulate.
He kōrero mōu | About you
To be successful in this role you will be a natural leader as well as a team player used to working in a multi-disciplinary environment. You will be proactive and solutions-focused and be able to think, write and communicate clearly for a wide range of audiences. You will be passionate about what can be achieved with the right data.

**We are looking for someone with**:

- experience at interpreting and explaining complex documents and frameworks
- strategic experience in use of data and information management
- proven project management experience, and a track record of delivering
- the ability to think strategically, and to manage and prioritise a portfolio of work
- an in-built drive to get things done
- the ability to use different information and data sources to draw insights and conclusions
- strong experience in writing about complex issues simply
- well-developed relationship management skills
- an understanding of economic regulation and/or experience in electricity, gas, fuel, telecommunications, or government regulation (preferable, but not essential)
- experience with compliance and enforcement work and/or monitoring the performance of different sectors (preferable, but not essential).

Read more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position description.
Te wāhi mahi | Working here
We're friendly and collaborative and enjoy interesting work that contributes to a shared vision of making New Zealanders better off. Career growth and development is not only supported and encouraged, it's a part of everyday life here. We also offer a range of benefits to show that we'll value your mahi, including generous leave entitlements, study support, a range of wellness initiatives and competitive remuneration.
We are committed to our people's wellbeing. Any support needed is freely given, providing the opportunity for everyone to thrive. Our flexible working options are key to supporting that goal and our people have the technology they need to make it happen. We even offer a contribution to working from home set up costs. 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.
Ka pēhea te tono mai | How to apply