Senior Advisor at Land Information New Zealand, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Work in a supportive team environment
• Flexible working, some WFH and some in the office with your team
• You could be based in either Wellington, Christchurch, or Hamilton

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

This is a great opportunity to be at the heart of ensuring New Zealanders benefit from overseas investment. Senior Advisors in the Applications Team use their experience of strong critical analysis and sound judgement to analyse applications against legal tests under the Overseas Investment Act 2005 and assess risks. This includes overseas investment in sensitive land, significant business assets, and strategically important businesses. The applications are often high-profile and politically sensitive.    

Senior Advisors are required to effectively present their analysis and recommendations to decision-makers (including Ministers), applicants, and the wider public. Senior Advisors are also expected to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to overall improvements of our regulatory regime.

No two applications are the same and this role provides the opportunity to demonstrate strong critical analytic skills.

He pūkenga tou - Skills & Experience

To succeed in this role, you will have a relevant tertiary degree in law, economics, commerce, accounting, or a relevant field. Experience providing advice in complex regulatory settings and being able to see the “bigger picture” is beneficial. You will have excellent communication and relationship management skills will help you confidently interact with investors and their advisors. You will have an enquiring mind with the ability to identify key issues and risks from a wide range of information. 

The expected appointing range for this role is $99,000 - $125,000 dependant on relevant skills and experience.

We provide for flexible working.

Ngā mea e tukuna ana e tātau – What we offer our employees 

• Interesting work which impacts Aotearoa as we care for whenua, moana and arawai
• Eye & ear care reimbursements
• Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Reduced Health Insurance Premiums
• Diverse groups and networks
• If eligible for paid parental leave, you will be entitled to a top up payment for the first 18 weeks of the 26 weeks
• A minimum of four weeks and three days annual leave

 As an organisation Toitū Te Whenua embraces diversity, encourages work life balance and we have a flexible approach to the way we work which means you will quickly feel connected and valued.  Toitū Te Whenua is one of the most engaged organisations in the public sector and people always say what a great place Toitū Te Whenua is to work.

Te Tākinatanga - Our Story

At Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand, our key role is to ensure New Zealanders have accurate information about where people and places are, that people have confidence in their property rights and that Crown property is well managed for future generations.

From the best way to develop farmland, build a new suburb, manage a high-country farm or navigate on land or at sea, our work and location information help people make better decisions and create economic, social, environmental and cultural value for New Zealand.

The Overseas Investment Team is part of Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand. This team regulates overseas investment into New Zealand. Our work ensures New Zealanders can benefit from overseas investment while we protect our country's sensitive land and businesses.

Tono mai - How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply Online.” You'll be taken through to our Toitū Te Whenua Careers Centre where you'll be able to review further information about the responsibilities and accountabilities of this role in the Position Description. You'll be able to complete your online application form and upload a copy of your CV/Cover Letter.

Please note, while applications close Friday 9 June 2023, we may be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position. 

Toitū Te Whenua is currently undertaking a change programme, known as Organising Ourselves, which is focused on strengthening our connections, our agility, and the way we engage and work with our customers and partners.  Note that we will be making changes to our ways of working and how we think about and describe our roles as part of this programme.   

If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitū Te Whenua, please email opportunities@linz.govt.nz and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you.