Team Leader, Commercial (Team 2) at Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Team Leader, Commercial

• Experienced in managing people to succeed in their roles
• Strong operational background in commercial practices that deliver sound investments
• Full time role based in Wellington or Auckland

Everybody should have a place to live that is warm, dry, safe, stable and affordable, with access to the support they need to live healthy, successful lives.

Te Tūāpapa Kura Kāinga - The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) leads Aotearoa - New Zealand's housing and urban development work programme. A key part of our role is the enablement and delivery of housing investments. We focus on value for money approaches to achieve the best outcomes in place across the motu.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Team Leader, Commercial, you will lead a team to deliver sound commercial advice in support of housing programmes, products, and tools.

You will be both 'on the business' and 'in the business'. You will lead by example in demonstrating excellent negotiation skills and deliver sound feasibility analysis for housing solutions. You will ensure commercial approaches deliver value for money, bring to life policy and product intentions and are legally sound. You will also take on specific projects and responsibilities, that help support process improvement, product enhancement and overall support of our strategic priorities.

A key element of your role is workflow management of your team, in a matrixed management environment. You will understand the capability and capacity of your team and assign them to specific cross-group work, ensuring their performance meets expectations.

As an effective team leader you will:

• drive good practice on housing solution development including commercial negotiation and structuring
• ensure sound investment decision-making processes and investment approval processes
• work with your team leader colleagues and colleagues across the group to ensure workflow is optimised, project-level outcomes are met and overall goals are achieved

You will be one of five team leaders that support the Manager, Commercial and Contracts by providing quality assurance, visibility and solutions on issues and confidence around sound judgement. You will have an interest in, or experience in, developing social housing and affordable housing solutions.

This role is in the Programmes and Contracts team, within HUD's Delivery group.

The salary range for this role is $121,855 - $148,934 +3% Kiwisaver contribution.

Ō wheako, ō pukenga | About you

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate experience in optimising workflow across a broad range of work. You will have a strong background in commercial practices. You will have sound investment instincts, practical skills in making the complex simple, and a desire to improve systems and practices.

Ideally your skills and experience will include:

• A practical and solutions focused approach
• An understanding of government, particularly as it relates to housing
• A track record of providing sound, trusted advice to senior leaders
• Proficiency in commercial practices and financial analysis

Mō mātou | About us

Te Tūāpapa Kura Kāinga reflects the intention of 'the foundation for a treasured home'. The name comes from the Māori whakatauki (proverb) 'he kurakāinga e hokia, he kuratangata e kore e hokia', - 'a treasured home will endure, not so a treasured person'. It carries with it a strong connection to our purpose: he kāingaora, he haporiora - thriving communities where everyone has a place to call home. The importance of ensuring the wellbeing of people within the home, and our connection with the land - acknowledges the generations of people who have always called this place 'home' - and affirms our commitment to delivering for future generations of New Zealanders.

Ngā painga | What we offer

• Engaging employee-led people networks that celebrate diversity, provide safe spaces, and encourage thought-leadership
• Locations either close to the railway station in Wellington or central Auckland - both modern office spaces and using cloud -based technology that allows for joined up, cohesive collaboration
• Wellbeing initiatives, tools and courses, and a discounted health insurance scheme
• Open minds - we aren't afraid of change and encourage fresh approaches and ideas from people who want to make a difference

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please click on the APPLY button to be directed to the application page, from here you can upload your CV and cover letter. Please note, while applications close on 5PM Friday 14 February 2025, we will 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.

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

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.'

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