Straight from employers' career sites

Advisor jobs in New Zealand.

328 open roles, 122 posted this week, most paying $112k to $160k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • SalesYesterday

    Beauty Advisor

    The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Providing personalized customer experiences · Creating in-store events · Maintaining visual merchandising standards

    Ability to provide inspirational, authentic and personalized customer service; availability for retail hours including days, nights, weekends and special events; previous retail point-of-sale software experience; proof of right to live and work in the country

  • Sales18 hours ago

    Beauty Advisor

    M·A·C · 5001+ employees

    A prestige beauty brand offering makeup and cosmetics products.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeTemporaryNo experience needed

    Providing customer service · Demonstrating makeup techniques · Supporting store operations

    Ability to provide inspirational, authentic, personalized customer service; retail hours including days, nights, weekends, and special events; previous point-of-sale software experience; proof of right to live and work in the country.

  • Communications2 days ago

    Specialist Advisor Extension Resource Development

    Ministry for Primary Industries · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry partnering with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

    Wellington
    $121.8k-$142.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Leading communications planning · Developing extension resources · Managing digital content

    Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, engagement, journalism, public relations, extension, agricultural science or related discipline, or equivalent senior-level experience; significant experience in publications, digital content, campaigns, and project management; strong primary sector knowledge; right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Data and analytics2 days ago

    Data and Insights Advisor

    The University of Waikato

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Analysing trends and patterns · Creating data visualisations · Supporting institutional reporting

    Completed tertiary qualification in a relevant area; experience analysing data to support business outcomes; strong reporting and data visualisation capability; intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills; ability to gather requirements from diverse stakeholders; legal right to live and work in NZ

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Planning, Performance & Improvement

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $133.6k-$148.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading regulatory planning · Monitoring performance · Driving continuous improvement

    Tertiary qualification in public policy, business, law, data analytics or related field, or equivalent experience in regulatory/government environment; proven planning, performance monitoring, and assurance experience; strong communication and stakeholder skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Project management2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Benefits and Continuous Improvement

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing frameworks · Providing advice · Facilitating communities

    Strong experience developing and embedding enterprise frameworks in a large organisation; deep understanding of portfolio, programme and project management; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Communications2 days ago

    Specialist Advisor Extension Resource Development

    Ministry for Primary Industries · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $121.8k-$142.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Leading communications planning · Coordinating publications · Managing digital content

    Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, engagement, journalism, public relations, extension, agricultural science or related discipline, or equivalent senior-level experience; significant experience in publications, digital content, campaigns, and project management; strong primary sector knowledge; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Contract Advisor

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $79.2k-$95.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating contracts · Ensuring compliance · Liaising with providers

    Proven experience in contract coordination and administration within a regulatory environment; understanding of commissioning, contract law, and contract management systems; stakeholder liaison; intermediate Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Health and safety2 days ago

    Senior Advisor Health, Safety & Wellbeing – 15 Months Fixed Term.

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

    A water utility delivering transformative infrastructure and sustainability projects for Auckland.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Advising leaders · Coaching safety · Leading investigations

    Relevant tertiary qualification in Health & Safety or related discipline; knowledge of NZ H&S legislation and risk management; experience in HSW advisory role in complex operational environment; knowledge of safety management systems including ISO 45001; experience leading investigations and audits.

  • Health and safety2 days ago

    Senior Advisor Health, Safety & Wellbeing – 15 Months Fixed Term.

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

    A water utility delivering transformative infrastructure and sustainability projects for Auckland.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Partnering with leaders · Coaching safety leadership · Managing critical risks

    Relevant tertiary qualification in health and safety or related discipline; knowledge of NZ HSW legislation and risk management; experience in HSW advisory role in complex operational environment; knowledge of safety management systems including ISO 45001; experience leading investigations and audits.

  • IT2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Security Assurance

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland+4 more
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading security assessments · Evaluating security controls · Producing assurance reports

    Experience in security assurance, control testing, or security audits; knowledge of NZISM, PSR, and security frameworks; ability to obtain and maintain a New Zealand Government SECRET security clearance; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Business Advisor

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

    The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing strategic advice · Managing business performance · Supporting leadership decisions

    Experience in a business function within a government department, ability to analyze business information, proven organizational skills, critical thinking, strong communication, and ability to work in a team.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor, DCE DSS

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $163.4k-$217.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading complex projects · Building capability

    Significant experience providing strategic advice to executive leadership; ability to operate in complex environments; strong systems thinking, political nous, and stakeholder engagement; excellent written and critical thinking skills.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor - Business Services

    NZ Qualifications Authority · 201-1000 employees

    A government authority ensuring New Zealand qualifications are recognized and respected, maintaining assessment integrity.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading governance work · Coordinating responses

    Extensive public-sector experience including machinery of government, ministerial processes, and parliamentary requirements; strong track record of strategic advice to senior leaders; exceptional written communication; right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor - Business Services

    New Zealand Qualifications Authority · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading governance work · Coordinating divisional responses

    Extensive public-sector experience including machinery of government, ministerial processes, and parliamentary requirements; strong track record of strategic advice to senior leaders; exceptional written communication; ability to coordinate complex responses; right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Legal and compliance2 days ago

    Senior Legal and Governance Advisor

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

    A water utility delivering transformative infrastructure and sustainability projects for Auckland.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Managing board processes · Providing governance advice · Handling LGOIMA requests

    5+ yrsAt least 5 years company secretarial experience including drafting board minutes; experience with LGOIMA, Official Information Act, Privacy Act or Ombudsman matters highly regarded; strong organizational and stakeholder skills.

  • IT2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Security Assurance

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Wellington+4 more
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading security assurance · Evaluating security controls · Gathering evidence

    Experience in security assurance, control testing, or audits; knowledge of NZISM, PSR, and security frameworks; ability to achieve and maintain NZ Government SECRET clearance; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Project management2 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Developing enterprise frameworks · Improving portfolio practices · Identifying portfolio insights

    Experience developing and improving enterprise frameworks; understanding of portfolio, programme and project management and benefits realisation; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Government2 days ago

    Senior Advisor Digital Monitoring

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Gathering and synthesising information · Producing decision-ready advice · Supporting targeted assurance

    Experience delivering high-quality advice

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance2 days ago

    Senior Advisor Financial Monitoring

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Assessing financial performance · Producing decision-ready advice · Identifying emerging financial risks

    Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in health, finance or a complex public-sector environment; expertise in public-sector financial monitoring and assurance; proven ability to identify and escalate financial risks

    Generous leave
  • Health and safety2 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Advising business leaders · Facilitating investigations · Analysing safety trends

    Relevant tertiary qualification in Health & Safety or a related discipline; knowledge of NZ health and safety legislation, risk management and ISO 45001; health and safety advisory experience in complex operational environments; experience leading investigations, audits and improvement initiatives

  • Government2 days ago

    Principal Advisor PPI

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Wellington
    Full time

    Leading regulatory planning · Monitoring performance · Driving continuous improvement

    Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in a regulatory, government, or complex operational environment; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Government2 days ago
    Auckland
    ContractSenior

    Engaging community partners · Managing provider contracts · Developing funding plans

    Experience building and managing external partner relationships; ability to negotiate provider contracts and manage funding; understanding of cross-cultural practices, including tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture

  • Health and safety2 days ago

    Health, Safety and Injury Management Advisor

    The a2 Milk Company · 201-1000 employees

    A dairy and infant nutrition company driven by science and a pioneering spirit.

    Pokeno, Waikato
    Full timeSenior

    Coordinating injury rehabilitation · Conducting risk assessments · Supporting incident investigations

    Experience coordinating workplace injuries, rehabilitation and return-to-work processes; practical understanding of health and safety requirements and risk management in an operational environment; experience working with ACC, medical professionals or rehabilitation providers; experience supporting incident investigations, health and safety reporting and corrective actions

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Business Advisor

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing strategic advice · Managing group planning · Leading accountability activities

    Experience in a business function within a government department; ability to analyse business information and present it to senior audiences

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Advisor

    ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A trusted organization providing care, supporting recovery, and promoting injury prevention in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $90.0k-$110.0k a yearFull time

    Advising senior leaders · Overseeing finances and contracts · Supporting planning and reporting

    Experience in financial management; finance and contract oversight experience; experience providing high-quality written advice and communication; Wellington based; New Zealand work rights at application

    Retirement savings
  • IT2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Security Assurance

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Leading security assessments · Evaluating security controls · Reporting assurance findings

    Experience conducting independent security assurance, control effectiveness testing or security audits in large or complex organisations; strong understanding of security controls; knowledge of NZISM and Protective Security Requirements (PSR); ability to obtain and maintain a New Zealand Government SECRET clearance; legal right to work

    Generous leave
  • Government2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Te Tiriti

    Greater Wellington

    Wellington
    $150k-$160k a yearFull time

    Leading strategy development · Advising on legislation · Cultivating Māori relationships

    10+ yrsNZ work eligibility; at least 10 years' senior leadership experience; expertise in advice, strategy, stakeholder influence and leadership engagement; deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tikanga Māori; knowledge of the Resource Management Act, Local Government Act and local government processes.

  • Legal and compliance2 days ago

    Senior Legal and Governance Advisor

    Watercare Services Limited

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing board processes · Coordinating committee meetings · Handling information requests

    5+ yrsAt least 5 years of company secretarial experience, including drafting board meeting minutes

About advisor jobs in New Zealand

There are 328 roles open for advisor jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 122 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 287 full time, 17 part time and 12 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $112k to $160k a year.

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There are 328 roles open for advisor jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 122 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

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