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.

  • Education1 day ago

    Lead Advisor, Schooling

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable education system for all students in New Zealand.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty+1 more
    $101.3k-$122.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Building relationships · Using data insights · Leading change initiatives

    Knowledge of NZ education system and legislation; experience with school leaders and Kāhui Ako; relevant tertiary qualification preferably in education; knowledge of te reo and tikanga Māori; full clean driver licence; travel required.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations1 day ago

    Strategic Advisor Māori

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable education system for all students in New Zealand.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty+1 more
    $120.2k-$145.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading stakeholder engagement · Supporting Maori achievement

    Developed networks with iwi and Maori organisations; te reo Maori ability; critical thinking; senior experience in a large government organisation; full driver licence; travel required; adherence to Public Service Standards.

    Retirement savings
  • Education1 day ago

    Senior Education Advisor

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable education system for all students in New Zealand.

    Invercargill, Southland
    $86.2k-$104.1k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Strengthening educational performance · Providing education support · Monitoring education provider performance

    Relevant tertiary qualification, full New Zealand driver's licence, experience in education leadership or governance, understanding of New Zealand education system and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and ability to influence and manage stakeholders.

    Retirement savings
  • 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 yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing financial advice · Overseeing contracts · Supporting strategic planning

    Experience in financial management and contract oversight; strong written advice and communication; stakeholder management; must be Wellington based and hold New Zealand work rights.

    Retirement savings
  • Education2 days ago

    Senior Education Advisor

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable education system for all students in New Zealand.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    $86.2k-$104.1k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Communicating government priorities · Providing implementation support · Tracking implementation progress

    Experience and knowledge of the schooling sector and legislation; relationship building and influencing change; data analysis; strong communication; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; knowledge of te reo and tikanga Māori; full driver licence; travel required.

    Retirement savings
  • Sales2 days ago

    Parts Advisor

    MUSTER LIMITED

    Auckland
    Full time

    Assisting parts customers · Processing parts orders · Supplying workshop parts

    2+ yrsMinimum 2 years of Dealership Parts Advisor or Trade Parts experience; valid NZ Full driver's licence

  • Data and analytics2 days ago

    Senior Advisor

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Producing insights · Designing evaluations · Preparing reports

    Master’s or PhD-level qualification, or equivalent experience, in a related field; experience in research and evaluation design and methods; experience in data management, cleaning and preparation; statistical analysis experience using R and SQL; experience working with linked data

    Generous leave
  • Quality assurance2 days ago

    Principal Advisor HealthCERT

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Improving audit framework · Conducting provider audits · Advising on complex programmes

    Health care auditing background and qualification; health professional with a current or recent practicing certificate

  • Project management2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Benefits and Continuous Improvement

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing frameworks · Driving continuous improvement · Providing trusted advice

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

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor PPI

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

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

    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; equivalent regulatory/government experience; proven planning, performance monitoring, and reporting skills; strong communication; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Research and development3 days ago

    Principal Advisor Health Science

    Ministry of Health · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Providing scientific advice · Leading projects · Mentoring colleagues

    Doctorate or post-doctorate in health-related field with academic publications; significant health sector research and evidence synthesis experience; technical leadership and central government experience; commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Project management3 days ago

    Aerial Permissions Advisor

    Department of Conservation · 1001-5000 employees

    A government department protecting and restoring nature across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $80.7k-$102.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating permission applications · Managing workflow · Assessing risk

    Demonstrated knowledge of aerial 1080 operations and regulatory environment; proven project management experience; strong communication and collaboration; full New Zealand driver's licence; valid New Zealand work visa.

  • Project management3 days ago

    Lead Portfolio Governance Advisor

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading governance forums · Reviewing investment submissions · Managing change control

    Significant experience in capital investment, programme or portfolio governance; strong knowledge of capital planning, approvals and change control; relevant tertiary qualification; ability to support senior leaders and governance forums.

    Parental leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Principal Advisor, DCE DSS

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry helping New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.

    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, engage with ministerial offices, strong systems thinking, political nous, and excellent written and critical thinking skills.

  • Legal and compliance3 days ago

    Contract Advisor

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry helping New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.

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

    Coordinating contracts · Ensuring compliance · Providing advice

    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.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Principal Advisor

    Ministry of Education · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $120.2k-$145.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing analysis · Leading programmes · Developing policy options

    Experienced professional in operational policy with strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Regional Advisor - Northern

    WorkSafe New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    The primary workplace health and safety regulator in New Zealand, dedicated to preventing workplace harm and promoting a culture of safety.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    $83.1k-$91.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing operational advice · Analyzing information · Coordinating regional planning

    Experience providing operational or business management support to senior leaders, analyzing operational information, coordinating work plans across teams, and managing high-volume requests.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Project management3 days ago

    Lead Portfolio Governance Advisor

    Watercare Services Limited

    Auckland
    Full time

    Leading governance forums · Reviewing investment submissions · Managing change control

    Significant experience in capital investment, programme or portfolio governance; knowledge of capital planning, approvals and change control; experience supporting senior leaders and governance forums; relevant tertiary qualification

    Parental leave
  • IT2 days ago

    Senior Advisor Digital Monitoring

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $108.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Monitoring digital delivery · Analyzing digital projects · Escalating digital risks

    Strong capability in digital monitoring and risk-based analysis, operational digital risk understanding, monitoring craft, analytical skills, and stakeholder relationship building.

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance2 days ago

    Senior Advisor Financial Monitoring

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $108.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Analyzing financial performance · Producing monitoring advice · Escalating financial risks

    Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in health, finance, or complex public sector; deep expertise in public-sector financial monitoring and assurance; proven ability to identify and escalate financial risks; strong stakeholder and advisory skills.

    Generous leave
  • Communications2 days ago

    Senior Communications Advisor

    Tiaki Wai · 201-1000 employees

    A council-owned organisation managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Leading communications initiatives · Providing strategic advice · Building stakeholder relationships

    High level of experience in strategic communications and engagement, tertiary qualification in communications or relevant industry experience, proven track record in corporate communications or public affairs, excellent writing and editing skills, experience advising senior leaders.

    Generous leave
  • Sales2 days ago

    Client Advisor - Papakura

    Bay Audiology · 5001+ employees

    A hearing care provider offering hearing tests, hearing aids, and ongoing client support.

    Papakura, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Providing client care · Managing appointments · Conducting hearing screenings

    Customer service or retail experience; strong communication and admin skills; valid driver's license and access to a vehicle; ability to travel between clinics; comfort with digital tools.

    Generous leave
  • Human resources3 days ago

    Senior Human Resources Advisor (6108446)

    New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees

    The lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety in New Zealand.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    $111.5k-$129.3k a yearOnsiteFull timeTemporaryMid level

    Providing HR advice · Managing employment relations · Supporting managers

    Must be NZ citizen or permanent resident; relevant tertiary qualification and/or contemporary work experience; ability to meet Police vetting and reference checks; experience managing complex ER matters.

  • Business development3 days ago

    Business Development Advisor

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

    An employee-owned consulting firm that develops and delivers solutions for clients, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Contributing to bid activities · Maintaining opportunity pipelines · Building stakeholder relationships

    Relevant experience in similar Business Development roles; experience reviewing and preparing technical information for bids and pursuits; commercial understanding of professional services, consultancies, and/or engineering

  • Communications4 days ago

    Principal Advisor, Workforce Channels

    Ministry of Education · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $120.2k-$145.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing communication strategies · Delivering content strategy · Providing media advice

    Proven experience in strategic communications, media, or public relations; strong storytelling and content management; collaborative mindset; ability to manage multiple deadlines; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Data and analytics4 days ago

    Principal Data and AI Governance Advisor

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington+2 more
    $148.5k-$175.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing governance frameworks · Shaping data strategy · Influencing enterprise decisions

    Significant experience leading Data or Data & AI Governance in a complex organisation; experience developing enterprise governance strategies; knowledge of responsible AI, data stewardship, metadata, lineage, data quality; understanding of privacy, security, compliance, risk; ability to influence executives; experience with Māori data sovereignty; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Legal and compliance4 days ago

    Principal Advisor (Financial Institutions)

    Department of Internal Affairs · 5001+ employees

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

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing thought leadership · Leading supervisory activities · Mentoring staff

    Significant AML/CFT expertise, regulatory experience, operational leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder credibility, leadership and influence, excellent judgement and communication. Must have legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Principal Policy Advisor

    Ministry for Women · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $124.8k-$158.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading policy programmes · Providing strategic advice · Building relationships

    Extensive policy and relationship management experience, principal policy advisor level, public service experience, understanding of government machinery, Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge, and ability to coach and mentor.

  • Supply chain and logistics4 days ago

    Lead ICT Procurement Advisor

    Archway Recruitment

    Wellington
    Full time

    Leading ICT procurements · Managing supplier relationships · Providing procurement advice

    Senior-level ICT procurement or commercial experience; New Zealand public sector experience and strong knowledge of AOG procurement rules and practices; proven success in complex end-to-end ICT procurements and contract management

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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