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.

  • Allied health16 days ago

    Principal Advisor, Antenatal and Childhood Screening - Prevention - NPHS

    Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees

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

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic leadership · Leading complex projects · Building sector relationships

    Substantial advisory experience, strategic leadership, project management, relationship management, central government experience, relevant tertiary qualification, and working knowledge of health and social sectors.

  • Health and safety16 days ago

    SENIOR BIOSECURITY COMPLIANCE ADVISOR

    Waikato Regional Council · 201-1000 employees

    A regional council delivering monitoring, research, and science advice across the Waikato region.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    $103.0k-$115.1k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading compliance activities · Investigating breaches · Providing expert advice

    8+ yrs8-10 years' experience in regulatory enforcement or compliance; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent training; strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder relationship skills; commitment to protecting biodiversity.

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Senior Policy Advisor

    Victoria University of Wellington

    Wellington
    Full time

    Developing HR policies · Advising on employment matters · Supporting HR initiatives

    Significant experience in a policy, people advisory, human resources, employment relations, or similar role; relevant tertiary qualification

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Senior Human Resources Advisor

    ACCIONA · 5001+ employees

    A global company leading in regenerative infrastructure development with a focus on sustainability.

    Auckland
    Part time

    Managing employment issues · Coordinating recruitment and exits · Planning workforce needs

    Experience providing generalist HR or HR advisory support; current New Zealand driver licence; capability dealing with senior management and operational teams

    Four-day week
  • Human resources16 days ago
    Auckland
    Internship

    Designing capability initiatives · Facilitating development workshops · Analysing workforce data

    4+ yrsTertiary qualification in HR, OD, Psychology, Business or related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience; 4+ years across OD, learning, leadership development, employee experience and engagement; at least 2 years in an OD Advisor or similar role.

  • Human resources16 days ago

    Senior Human Resources Advisor

    ACCIONA · 5001+ employees

    A global company leading in regenerative infrastructure development with a focus on sustainability.

    Auckland
    Part time

    Managing employment issues · Coordinating recruitment and onboarding · Planning workforce needs

    Experience providing generalist HR or HR advisory support; current New Zealand driver licence; proven capability dealing with senior management and operational teams

    Four-day week
  • Health and safety16 days ago

    HSE Advisor

    Lactalis New Zealand

    Takanini, Auckland
    Full time

    Partnering with operational leaders · Investigating live HSE events · Facilitating risk assessments

    3+ yrsAt least three years’ practical HSE experience; recognised New Zealand health and safety qualification or equivalent practical competency; experience supporting risk assessments, critical controls, incident investigations, inspections, audits and corrective actions

  • Human resources16 days ago

    People & Culture Advisor

    RDNS (Royal District Nursing Service) Group

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Advising managers · Managing employee relations · Supporting recruitment

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years as a P&C Advisor; knowledge of employment legislation and its application; well-rounded P&C generalist experience; experience influencing senior stakeholders and managing a multi-site operational environment

  • Government16 days ago

    Principal Planning Advisor

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Auckland
    Full time

    Developing regional plans · Advising on transport strategy · Aligning stakeholder priorities

    Experience applying systems thinking to complex issues; significant experience with local government planning or projects; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

  • Health and safety16 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeMid level

    Delivering engagement programmes · Developing workshops and resources · Facilitating restoration projects

    Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent; eligibility to work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Human resources16 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Coordinating recruitment activity · Guiding candidate experiences · Maintaining Teamtailor records

  • Legal and compliance16 days ago

    Senior Biosecurity Compliance Advisor

    Waikato Regional Council · 201-1000 employees

    A regional council delivering monitoring, research, and science advice across the Waikato region.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    $103.0k-$115.1k a yearFull timeSenior

    Reviewing compliance practices · Investigating alleged breaches · Mentoring compliance staff

    8+ yrs8–10 years’ experience in a related regulatory enforcement or compliance field; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent industry training

  • Legal and compliance16 days ago

    Lead Advisor, Enterprise Risk

    ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    Full time

    Advising senior leaders · Conducting quarterly risk reviews · Analysing emerging risk themes

    5+ yrs5+ years' experience in risk, compliance, assurance or risk advisory; practical experience applying risk frameworks in a complex organisation; New Zealand work rights at application

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations15 days ago

    Principal Advisor, Monitoring and Appointments

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $119.2k-$144.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading monitoring advice · Managing board appointments · Providing specialist advice

    5+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification or at least 5 years' relevant work experience; ability to analyze data, lead conversations, problem-solve, mentor staff, and adhere to Public Service Standards; must be based in Wellington; security clearance preferred.

    Retirement savings
  • Human resources16 days ago

    Capability & Organisational Development Advisor

    SeaLink Travel Group · 51-200 employees

    A travel group providing ferry and vessel services, focused on connection and teamwork.

    Auckland
    OnsitePart timeMid level

    Designing learning initiatives · Delivering workshops · Supporting employee engagement

    4+ yrsTertiary qualification in HR, OD, Psychology, Business or related; 4+ years OD/learning/leadership development experience including 2+ years in OD Advisor role; strong facilitation, communication, and data analysis skills; ability to travel across SeaLink sites; eligibility to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations16 days ago

    Principal Advisor Strategic Investment

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $120.2k-$145.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Shaping investment plans · Providing investment advice · Supporting business planning

    Experience in strategic investment planning, effective modelling aligned to financial standards, investment cases, government funding processes, and ability to navigate complexity and influence at senior levels.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations16 days ago

    Partnerships Advisor

    OSPRI · 51-200 employees

    An organization strengthening and protecting New Zealand's livestock industries through disease management and traceability.

    Hastings, Hawke's Bay
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Building relationships · Managing partnerships · Providing cultural advice

    Experience building and maintaining trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders, knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Te Ao Māori and tikanga Māori, experience with iwi and Māori organizations, strong communication and facilitation skills, and eligibility to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveStudy support
  • Accounting and finance16 days ago

    Senior Advisor Assurance

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    ContractSenior

    Providing assurance advice · Leading audit engagements · Supporting audit planning

    2+ yrsAt least two years’ experience; relevant tertiary qualification or knowledge gained through relevant experience

  • Quality assurance16 days ago

    Academic Quality Assurance Advisor

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Coordinating academic audits · Maintaining quality framework · Providing secretariat support

    3+ yrs3–4 years of relevant tertiary education experience; project management and project coordination experience; postgraduate qualification; New Zealand or Australian citizenship or permanent residency

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Health and safety16 days ago
    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    Full time

    Providing HSE advice · Developing safety plans · Leading incident investigations

    3+ yrs3–5 years in a Health & Safety advisory role; experience with ACC, Return to Work and Rehabilitation processes; training in or experience with ICAM methodology; tertiary Health & Safety qualification or recognised equivalent (Certificate IV or higher); full, unrestricted working rights in New Zealand

    Parental leave
  • Supply chain and logistics16 days ago

    Senior Procurement Advisor

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    ContractSenior

    Leading strategic procurement · Advising senior stakeholders · Developing sourcing approaches

    Significant senior-level procurement experience in the social services sector; experience leading complex procurement activities; experience advising senior leaders and stakeholders; knowledge of government procurement rules, principles and practices; understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures

  • Business operations16 days ago

    Lead Advisor, Enterprise Risk

    ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $117.8k-$166.3k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Shaping risk thinking · Influencing decision-making · Leading risk reviews

    5+ yrs5+ years in risk, compliance, assurance or risk advisory; practical experience applying risk frameworks in complex organizations; strong relationship-building and communication skills; New Zealand work rights required.

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance17 days ago

    Principal Payroll Advisor

    Archway Recruitment

    Wellington
    Contract

    Reviewing payroll calculations · Guiding payroll advisors · Managing payroll issues

    Right to live and work in New Zealand

  • Communications17 days ago

    Principal Advisor Communication (Wellington ED Refurbishment)

    Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Developing communications strategies · Managing stakeholder engagement · Creating communications materials

    7+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in PR, communications, journalism or marketing; 7-10 years senior communications experience including public sector; demonstrated strategy development; excellent written and verbal communication; understanding of public sector machinery.

  • Customer service17 days ago
    Waikato
    Full time

    Scheduling vehicles · Managing documentation · Creating work orders

    Strong knowledge of the transport, automotive, heavy vehicle, or parts industry; experience dealing with suppliers, purchasing, inventory, and logistics processes; technical understanding of heavy vehicles, workshop operations, or aftermarket support; full New Zealand working rights

  • Legal and compliance17 days ago

    Audit Advisor

    Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    A professional body representing financial professionals, advancing the profession through ethical standards, education, and advocacy.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Supporting auditor licensing · Monitoring licensed auditors · Maintaining regulatory protocols

    Generous leave
  • Sales17 days ago

    Client Advisor - Queenstown

    Louis Vuitton · 5001+ employees

    A luxury fashion house offering high-end products and client experiences.

    Queenstown, Otago
    Full time

    Building client relationships · Guiding clients through products · Contributing to store success

  • Education17 days ago

    Lead Secondary Advisor Te Ao Maori

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $101.3k-$122.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading curriculum work · Providing advice · Managing contracts

    Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and mentoring; proven ability to use data and insights; excellent communication; political awareness; deep understanding of NCEA and Te Ao Māori subjects; commitment to professional development.

    Retirement savings
  • Government17 days ago

    Principal Policy Advisor

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Leading policy programmes · Providing authoritative advice · Coaching policy advisors

    Relevant tertiary qualification; experience leading others in significant policy projects; knowledge of machinery of government and public policy; right to work in New Zealand

  • IT17 days ago

    Senior Trusted Advisor - CodeBlue

    FUJIFILM Business Innovation · 5001+ employees

    A global company providing IT, print, and cyber security solutions to businesses.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Maintaining client infrastructure · Diagnosing technical problems · Delivering IT projects

    Proven experience in service delivery or systems engineering; extensive IT technical experience in Microsoft server technologies, cloud offerings, networking, virtualization, and security; right to work in New Zealand required.

    Generous leave

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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How many advisor jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

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.

How much do advisor jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most advisor jobs in New Zealand pay $112k to $160k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

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