Role title: Senior Business Advisor

Duration: 6-month fixed term contract

ASAP start

Salary: $110 k to $144 k per annum

Location: Wellington

Job Reference # JAA6405

About the role:

Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Business Advisor to support the delivery of a priority government initiative over the next 6-months with the option to potentially extend for another 6-months. As a key member of a dynamic team, you’ll provide business planning, financial analysis, service design and advisory expertise to support the programme’s design and delivery. You'll contribute to key deliverables including a business case, implementation plans, and change support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct business process, financial analysis, and service design advice to support programme planning and delivery
• Develop implementation documents including papers, reports, briefings and proposals and contribute to developing business case processes, budget bid proposals, and financial modelling
• Provide service design and change management advice
• Monitor and report on programme progress, risks, and resource needs
• Support project planning and ensure alignment with government priorities
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Share knowledge and coach other team members to lift team capability
• Contribute to high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement

Experience required:

• Experience in a similar senior business advisory role ideally within the public sector
• Proven experience in:
• Financial analysis, cost modelling, and development of business case documents (preferably in the public sector)
• Experience supporting and assisting the delivery of business case process (not required to lead)
• Researching and analysing complex issues to develop practical solutions
• Working with senior leaders and stakeholders in large or complex organisations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret financial, numerical, and business performance data
• Good understanding of government processes including planning, budgeting, and reporting
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management

What’s Next:

If this sounds like you or you’d be keen to find out more please apply now and include an updated CV and cover letter. For any questions please contact James Atkin at James@thejohnsongroup.co.nz quoting reference number JA6405.