Principal Advisor – Sector Risk Assessments
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
$ 137963 - 171688
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Wellington or Auckland
Team: Regulatory Services Department of Internal Affairs
Type: Fixed term (January 2026 June 2027) full-time
Salary:$137963 - $171688
Help protect New Zealand from financial crime
Were building a world-class regulatory system to stop criminals and terrorist groups from moving money through legitimate businesses. From July 2026 the Department of Internal Affairs will become the sole regulator for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT). Its an exciting time to join us and make a real impact.
As Principal Advisor youll lead the development of multiple Sector Risk Assessments a cornerstone of our risk-based approach. These assessments identify where the greatest risks lie across regulated sectors shaping how we target our efforts and disrupt criminal networks. Your work will directly strengthen New Zealands resilience against organised crime.
What youll do
- Lead the design and delivery of multiple sector risk assessments that are robust evidence-based and practical.
- Analyse multiple sources of data and information and apply robust risk methodology to identify vulnerabilities and emerging threats.
- Engage widely with stakeholders from industry bodies to government agencies and communicate insights clearly.
- Manage multiple assessments in a fast-paced environment ensuring quality and timeliness.
What youll bring
- Proven experience leading complex risk assessments.
- Strong background in AML/CFT financial crime prevention/detection or financial intelligence.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across public and private sectors.
- Advanced analytical and critical thinking capability.
- Clear influential communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively and deliver quality results within deadlines
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
Why join us
- Work on high-impact work that make a real difference.
- Be part of a collaborative values-driven team and broader system.
- Help shape the future of AML/CFT regulation in New Zealand.
Apply now and help us disrupt financial crime.
Applications close:5pm Wednesday 26 November 2025.
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About Company
At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home.
