Business operations jobs in Wellington.

Leading policy projects · Developing team · Providing policy advice

Proven policy management experience, ability to lead complex cross-Ministry projects, strong relationship management, public sector experience, and willingness to understand Te Ao Māori and te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Providing strategic advice · Leading capability initiatives · Building trusted relationships

3+ yrs3-5 years' experience at Senior Advisor level; experience with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations and kaupapa Māori approaches; people-centred design, systems thinking or continuous improvement; leading significant work programmes; strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Coordinating maintenance activities · Managing service requests · Supporting contractor engagement

1+ yrAround 1 year's experience in facilities coordination or similar; strong organizational and administrative skills; intermediate Microsoft Office skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

Supporting governance operations · Providing secretariat services · Developing governance resources

Significant experience supporting a board or strategic advisory group; knowledge of Crown Entities, Public Service and Public Finance Acts; excellent written and verbal communication; relationship management and time management.

Supporting planning · Providing performance insight · Improving regulatory processes

Experience in regulatory systems, government processes, or complex operational environments; strong analytical and advisory skills; ability to support planning, performance monitoring, and reporting; legal right to work in New Zealand.

Designing processes · Optimizing operations · Coaching teams

5+ yrsMinimum 5 years' experience in process engineering or operational redesign; strong knowledge of systems thinking, process design, and performance measurement; experience with intelligent automation; proven leadership in change initiatives; New Zealand work rights required.

Developing assurance tools · Producing reports · Supporting emergency response

Experience in public sector business continuity planning, analytical tools, evidence-based reporting, stakeholder management, and willingness to work in emergency response settings. Must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.

Facilitating workshops · Modeling processes · Managing requirements

Proven experience as a Business Analyst in project environments; public sector finance/GL experience; ERP/Oracle literacy; proficiency with Word, Excel, Visio, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint; strong analytical and communication skills.

Managing facilities operations · Coordinating contractors · Handling visitor management

Previous facilities or related experience; strong customer focus, communication, organizational and coordination skills; ability to work independently; availability on site Monday-Friday; pre-employment drug screen and police check required.

Supporting project delivery · Conducting research · Building client relationships

Recently completed or near-completing Bachelor's degree or Level 7 equivalent in Economics, Finance, Law, Management, Data & Analytics or related discipline; high fluency in te reo Māori and tikanga; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Leading negotiations · Developing strategies · Providing advice

Tertiary qualification in veterinary science, food safety, biosecurity, agriculture, international trade, public policy, economics, law or related; extensive market access/trade experience; NZ citizenship or residence visa; 5-year background history for Confidential clearance.

Leading communications · Managing governance · Developing teams

Senior leadership experience in a complex organization, ideally courts or justice sector; experience leading and developing high-performing teams; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent; excellent communication; knowledge of media practices; governance, financial management, and advisory experience.

Providing strategic advice · Overseeing governance · Coordinating resources

Significant senior leadership experience in large complex organisations; experience supporting executive leaders and governance; strong planning, financial, and stakeholder skills; current Full Class 1 Driver's Licence; must meet NZDF security clearance citizenship and residency criteria.

Leading policy advice · Mentoring colleagues · Building relationships

Relevant qualification, solid understanding of public policy and government processes, exceptional written and verbal communication, strong analytical capability, proven stakeholder relationship experience, and full-time permanent working rights in New Zealand.

Researching policy · Developing advice · Collaborating with stakeholders

Curiosity about public policy and government, strong analytical and communication skills, ability to deliver to deadlines, collaborative working, and permanent ongoing working rights in New Zealand.

Developing policy advice · Providing strategic advice · Mentoring others

Strong understanding of public policy and government processes, experience developing high-quality advice, strategic thinking, leadership and influence, advanced communication skills.

Developing policy advice · Analyzing evidence · Collaborating with teams

Proven senior policy experience, collaboration, critical thinking, evidence-based analysis, advice to senior leaders and Ministers, knowledge of Te Ao Māori, tikanga, Te Reo Māori, and the Treaty of Waitangi, adherence to Public Service Standards.

Leading policy projects · Developing evidence-based advice · Building stakeholder relationships

Significant policy experience, ideally in government; strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder relationship skills; experience coaching or mentoring; must hold right to work in New Zealand.

Providing policy advice · Analyzing complex issues · Building relationships

Experience in policy, strategy, advisory, economics, planning or similar analytical role; ability to analyze complex issues, navigate ambiguity, build relationships, communicate clearly, and plan work; legal right to work in New Zealand.

Developing policy advice · Analyzing evidence · Collaborating with stakeholders

Proven senior policy analyst experience, ability to collaborate, critical thinking, evidence-based analysis, experience advising senior leadership and Ministers, knowledge of Te Ao Māori and te Tiriti o Waitangi, adherence to Public Service Standards.

Leading transformation engagements · Developing technology strategies · Building client relationships

8+ yrs8+ years in technology strategy and architecture, consulting experience with government/public sector, utilities or banking clients, business case development, enterprise and solution architecture, cloud experience or certifications, commercial mindset, executive communication skills.

Developing technology strategies · Leading transformation engagements · Building client relationships

8+ yrs8+ years in technology strategy and architecture, consulting experience with government/public sector, utilities or banking clients, business case development, enterprise and solution architecture, cloud experience or certifications, commercial mindset, executive communication skills.

Leading policy projects · Mentoring colleagues · Delivering policy advice

Pacific heritage and deep understanding of Pacific worldviews; tertiary qualification in health or relevant field or equivalent experience; strong policy and government process knowledge; excellent communication and critical thinking; advanced relationship management; permanent NZ working rights.

Processing market transactions · Supporting customer queries · Managing workflows

Experience in administration, customer service, or similar role; strong communication, attention to detail, time management, and collaborative skills; energy market knowledge preferred but not required.

Providing strategic advice · Developing performance reporting · Leading improvement projects

Demonstrated strategic advisory and analysis experience, strong communication and report writing, programme and project support experience, stakeholder engagement skills, understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and right to work in New Zealand.

Providing strategic advice · Leading projects · Developing resources

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience; understanding of government and public sector; strong project leadership and delivery; excellent analytical, communication, and relationship management skills; permanent NZ working rights.

Providing policy leadership · Developing policy positions · Leading advocacy strategies

Significant experience in policy, regulatory affairs, or government relations; strong knowledge of government decision-making; tertiary qualifications in agricultural science, biological sciences, economics, food technology, environmental science, or related discipline; permanent work rights in New Zealand.

Chairing meetings · Advocating with government · Managing budgets

Proven experience chairing or leading collaborative groups, advocacy with government agencies, budget and financial reporting management, strong communication and stakeholder skills, IT proficiency, and independence.

Providing advice · Managing data · Implementing changes

Analytical position management professional with customer service, HRIS, data integrity, risk assessment, stakeholder engagement, critical thinking, and continuous improvement skills.

Managing variations · Analyzing finances · Monitoring compliance

Experience in contract administration, commercial management, procurement, finance, or related work; strong financial analysis, reporting, stakeholder management, documentation, audit, and compliance skills.