Technology Risk & Controls Lead (Auckland or Wellington)

Technology Risk & Controls Lead Play a pivotal role shaping NZ Post's technology risk and assurance capabilityPartner with senior leaders to influence decisions and drive meaningful changeLead risk, controls and compliance activities across a complex technology environmentBased in either Auckland (Highbrook) or Wellington CBD with hybrid workingKōrero mō te tūranga - About the roleThis is an opportunity to step into a newly created senior role within our Cyber Security team and help strengthen the way NZ Post manages technology risk, assurance and compliance. Reporting to the Technology Risk & Compliance Manager, you'll act as a trusted advisor across Data & Technology, helping our leaders understand risk, make informed decisions and continuously improve our control environment.You'll work across a broad range of activities, from facilitating risk assessments and reporting on technology risk posture, through to supporting audits, managing third-party risk and helping evolve our Integrated Risk Management platform, Protecht. As a senior member of the team, you'll also provide guidance and coaching to analysts while acting as a key deputy to the manager when required.You'll do that by:Leading technology risk assessments, reporting and controls assurance activitiesPartnering with stakeholders to identify, manage and reduce technology riskSupporting internal and external audits, compliance programmes and remediation activitiesDriving continuous improvement across risk, governance and assurance practicesProviding oversight of third-party and supplier risk assessmentsCoaching and supporting less experienced team members while influencing positive changeMōu - About youYou're a calm, credible and thoughtful risk professional who enjoys solving complex problems and building strong relationships. You know how to navigate competing priorities, ask the right questions and translate technical risk concepts into practical conversations that support better business outcomes. You'll be comfortable working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions without relying on authority.You may already be operating in a lead-level technology risk, cyber risk, assurance or governance role, or be ready to step into one. What matters most is your ability to bring people together, drive improvements and provide confidence that risks and controls are being managed effectively.You'll combine that withExperience within technology risk, cyber risk, assurance or complianceStrong knowledge of risk management principles, controls and governanceConfidence engaging with senior leaders and influencing outcomesExperience working with audits, assurance programmes or regulatory complianceA collaborative approach with the ability to coach and support othersStrong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skillsHe Aha Te Pai - What you'll love about us! We're passionate about our commitment to deliver the best for Aotearoa - to help businesses thrive, and to deliver what Kiwis care about.  Our permanent employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:Free onsite secure parking at our Auckland sitesAccess to discounted health insurance plans for you and your familyAccess to special rates on fantastic holiday home accommodation around New ZealandRetail shopping discounts with our partnersAn Employee Assistance programme to support you when you need itPlus more!!Hiahia? - Interested? Come and join the whanau!At NZ Post - whatever the role - we share the same goal.  Delivering.  For Aotearoa New Zealand.  For each other.If you're looking for a role where you can have genuine impact while continuing to grow your leadership capability, we'd love to hear from youApply today or find out more details about this opportunity by downloading the JD on the NZ Post Careers page. Applications for this position close on 15 November 2026Due to the fast-paced nature of NZ Post, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.  All successful applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand and will be subject to a security check and reference checks.  Some of our roles may also require a credit check and/or a drug test. If you're interested in a role, please apply directly through our online portal. No one knows what we do and how we do it better than us, and our in-house talent team are experts at finding the right people for the right roles.  We won't consider candidates through agencies unless this has been previously approved. There's something really special about being part of the team here at NZ Post - Tukurau Aotearoa, who we are and what we stand for is grounded in our values.NZ Post proudly stands as a Gold Supporter of Pride Pledge - because building an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic self to work is core to who we are.