Senior Advisor

About the RoleThe role reports to the Senior Manager - Government Affairs and will work across the business to coordinate and execute the airport's government relations strategy.

We are seeking a person experienced in government affairs and public policy to support engagement with government entities and stakeholders. This role requires a strategic thinker who can build and nurture key relationships, develop and deliver consistent messaging and support engagement with key stakeholders.

What you will be doing

You will support the coordination and management of government engagement, prepare high-quality briefing materials and draft submissions on key areas of government policy. Leveraging your deep understanding of government and parliamentary processes, you will provide guidance to support effective decision-making and advance organisational objectives.

Your key responsibilities are:

• Support the development and execution of the company's government affairs strategy
• Provide monitoring, analysis, and interpretation of legislative and regulatory developments that impact Auckland Airport
• Advocate for the company's positions on policy issues through direct engagement with government officials and agencies
• Provide support to the Senior Manager – Government Affairs with engagement with Ministers and Members of Parliament
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government representatives from central and local government across the political spectrum
• Coordinate, influence and report on government relations internally across AKL
• Organise and manage meetings, briefings, and events with government
• Support to prepare position papers, policy briefs, and other documents to articulate the company's stance on key issues

What you'll bring to the role

At Auckland Airport, we are a busy hive of activity, and a lot of what we look for is how you would align with our AKL values All In | Tātou tatou – How we feel, Know How | Kōkiri Tahi – How we think and Let's Go | Karawhiua – How we act.

To ensure your success in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in political science, Public Administration, Communications, Economics. Law, Business, or a related field or level of experience
• 3-5 years of experience working within the government sector; government affairs, industry organisations, public sector, public policy, public relations or related field
• Strong understanding of the political process and how decisions are made across the public sector and within Parliament
• Sound working knowledge of relevant policy, legal and regulatory frameworks in New Zealand
• Strong stakeholder relationships and excellent relationship-building skills
• Strong ability to write and craft messaging, including drafting submissions on policy and regulatory issues
• Previous experience in a corporate government affairs role would be advantageous

About us

From the arrival of the Tainui Waka into the Manukau Harbour, Auckland Airport has always been a place of journeys. We stand proudly as the gateway to Aotearoa, welcoming travellers beginning their journeys, farewelling Kiwis to new destinations, connecting businesses and workers to new opportunities, and celebrating partners and investors who back us along the way. We have ambitions to be a global hub and a comprehensive development programme to deliver this vision.

With so many moving parts to keep the airport precinct running, it's our collaboration and passion that keeps everything together. This is what our culture and heritage have been built on. When you work with us, you'll share our ambition to be a great New Zealand business, and one that's making a strong contribution to the wellbeing of our communities and economy.

E mahi ana mātou mō Aotearoa. We are working for New Zealand.

Auckland Airport is more than just a business. It's a truly unique place with an important role to play in New Zealand. Together we're its custodians, knowing that the work we do has the power to create positive change for our customers, the community, the environment and for the prosperity of Aotearoa. We're all about creating a sense of place where everyone can thrive, and one where others aspire to work. We're a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome people from all walks of life.

Whiria te tangata. Our values weave us together. They're what we stand for, who we are and how we act.

Apply today

It's our collaboration and passion that keep everything together. This is what our culture and heritage have been built on. When you work with us, you'll share our ambition to be a great New Zealand business, and one that's making a strong contribution to the wellbeing of our communities and economy.

If this role sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Click the "Apply" button now.

Attention Recruitment Agencies: Auckland Airport has a Direct Sourcing model and at this point in time we will not require any recruitment agency support for this role.

Please note that applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the recruitment period, and appointments may be made before the official closing date of the advert.