Regulatory Specialist
Ministry of Business, Innovation and EmploymentAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand2 days ago
Job descriptionContribute to customer education, sound judgment and technical knowledge and inform decisions on product investigations, warnings and bans. Support compliance and monitoring functions across the team. Apply policies and procedures associated with regulatory processes relevant to this role. Provide advice and influence decision‑making using knowledge and judgment. Develop technical expertise and understand applicable legislation (Building Act and other relevant laws). Perform technical writing and project management tasks. Work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Experience working in a regulatory compliance or enforcement environment and / or the building system. Experience applying policies and procedures associated with regulatory processes. Ability to provide advice and influence decision‑making. Technical expertise in the Building Act and other relevant legislation. Good project management skills and technical writing ability. Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Previous investigation experience desired but not essential. Legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Regulatory Specialist
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
About the Role
Join us as a Regulatory Specialist and you’ll work alongside and have support from a highly engaged and capable team.
- Grow your regulatory compliance and investigation experience
- Use your ability to influence and build relationships within the building and construction industry
- Central Auckland or Manukau based, permanent full‑time role
- Salary range : $85,537 to $101,911 + KiwiSaver + Wellness Benefits
Key Responsibilities
Experience and Skills 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 work with others to support businesses, improve job opportunities, and ensure quality housing is more affordable.
People are at the heart of our mahi, and our way of working is guided by values : Mahi Tahi – Better Together; Māia – Bold and brave; Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future; Pono Me Te Tika – Own It. Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki, which broadly means “lifting to make successful.”
MBIE recognises the partnership under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through partnership with iwi, Māori, and the Crown.
How to Apply
Welcome to the online process. 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.
Contact Sarah Hutcheson at quoting ref MBIE / 18653 if you have any further questions.
Applications close on Friday 21 November 2025.
Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Government Administration
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