Principal Advisor Group Business and Workforce Planning

Principal Advisor Group Business and Workforce Planning

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About the Role

The work our people in Te Whakatairanga Service Delivery do is vast. We play a role in the lives of almost every New Zealander every day; be it as employee, employer, business owner, consumer, landlord, renter, new arrival and even those listening to the radio and protecting our airwaves. We work with businesses, employees and consumer to help people and businesses understand their rights, but also their obligations. Alongside our regulatory role, we also support businesses with practical products and services that help them transact confidently, innovate and grow. Our job is to support businesses to thrive and ensure New Zealanders are protected.

This is a newly created role within our growing, specialised Group Strategy & Planning team, giving you the chance to make your mark from day one. You’ll help design and deliver a workforce planning approach that sets the standard for the future—turning insights into action and influencing decisions that matter.

The Group Strategy & Planning team, part of the Office of the Deputy Secretary TWSD, ensures services are efficient, accessible, and effective. We provide strategic advice, operational support, and oversight connecting branch activity to TWSD’s direction and MBIE’s goal of Growing New Zealand for all.

As Principal Advisor, Group Business & Workforce Planning, you’ll ensure TWSD has the right people, in the right roles, at the right time. Using systems- and design-thinking, you’ll turn workforce data into strategic action, spotting trends, identifying gaps, shaping future capability, and influencing senior leaders.

Location : Wellington Central

Employment type : Full‑time

Salary range : $132,417 – $160,472 + KiwiSaver and Wellness Benefits

Permanent position

You will

• Provide technical and thought leadership to develop a fit‑for‑purpose workforce planning approach
• Combine strategic thinking, analytical expertise and influential engagement to deliver insights into TWSD’s current and future workforce needs
• Collaborate across branches and advise senior leaders and delivery partners on workforce trends, risks, and solutions
• Influence decision‑making with evidence‑based recommendations that drive long‑term workforce sustainability

Skills And Experience Required

About MBIE

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high‑performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

How to Apply

Click here to view a position description.

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Email Emily Boyd at quoting ref MBIE / 18789 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Sunday 7 December 2025 at 11 : 59pm.

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