Senior Policy Advisor - Regulatory Reform
- Wellington
- Permanent
- Full-time
3-month hourly rate contractStarting anytime in September through to Dec 2025Wellington BasedFlexible working available but need to be in the office to get up to speedJob Reference - JAA6438We're seeking an experienced Senior Policy Advisor to support a critical programme of regulatory reform work. This short-term contract role offers the chance to lead key policy deliverables and contribute to high-priority legislative and regulatory updates. We're ideally seeking candidates with a strong background in regulatory or legislative policy and direct experience developing or amending rules or legislation.Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will:
- Develop realistic and actionable project plans in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare robust background evidence briefs to inform policy advice - including reviewing research, analysing international approaches, and commissioning or assessing relevant data.
- Draft clear, concise ministerial briefings and Cabinet papers to support decision-making at the highest levels.
- Public sector policy development and analysis, with sound political judgment and a deep understanding of policy-making processes.
- End-to-end delivery of large or complex policy projects, with a focus on successful implementation under tight timeframes.
- Regulatory frameworks and the machinery of government, including interpreting legislation, making changes to rules and working across multiple portfolios.
- Building effective relationships, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and work confidently across agencies and sectors.