FMA – Senior Adviser, Perimeter & Response

A great place to work. With great work to do.  

Ours is a meaningful and impactful role, as a kaitiaki (caretaker) of the financial services in Aotearoa. We oversee a market that does right by everyone, ensuring better outcomes for all New Zealanders. Our role as a kaitiaki is brought to life by our values; Look to the Horizon, Help the Team Work, Make the Calls and Open Hearts, Open Minds.

Te Tūranga | The Role

As a Senior Adviser in our Perimeter & Response team, you’ll play a key role in assessing suspected misconduct and regulatory breaches across Aotearoa’s financial sector, helping to determine the most effective regulatory response to achieve fair outcomes for consumers and markets. You’ll work on complex and often high-profile matters, applying strong judgement, analytical thinking and regulatory expertise to support the FMA’s response to potential harm and misconduct.

Working as part of a collaborative and highly capable team based in Auckland or Wellington, you’ll:

• Lead complex misconduct inquiries and assessments involving licensed and unlicensed market participants.
• Analyse information, identify potential harms, and make well-reasoned recommendations on appropriate regulatory responses.
• Work closely with other FMA teams to achieve effective regulatory outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality recommendations, reports and decision-making documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Provide subject matter expertise on complex cases and support investigations and enforcement activity where required.
• Contribute to capability building, continuous improvement initiatives and mentoring across the team.

This is an opportunity to work in a team with one of the broadest remits at the FMA. You’ll work across a diverse range of issues, collaborate with specialists from across the organisation, and help shape responses that protect consumers and strengthen confidence in New Zealand’s financial system.

 He kōrero mōu | About you

We look forward to applications from candidate who bring:

• Significant experience in a regulatory, legal, audit, investigations, compliance, risk or financial services environment.
• Proven ability to analyse complex information, exercise sound judgement and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Experience leading inquiries, investigations, assessments or other complex matters involving competing priorities and ambiguity.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving capability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage a range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build credibility, trust and effective working relationships.
• Strong self-management skills, resilience and the ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Ngā painga | What we offer

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution

• Health and life insurance cover

• Paid leave over the Christmas period

• The ability to swap public holidays for days that hold personal significance

• Exceptional learning and development opportunities, including technical training and leadership programmes

At the FMA, we’re committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We also offer a range of wellbeing, social, and professional development opportunities that help our people thrive and connect.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please check out the position description attached. Applications close Sunday 20 September at 5pm.

The appointing salary range for this role is $120,000 – $140,000 plus 4% KiwiSaver and the benefits outlined above. Final offers will reflect experience, skills, and internal equity. Pay equity and pay parity are important to us, and we’re committed to fairness and transparency throughout the recruitment process.

If you require additional support with your application, please let us know so you are best placed to complete this with ease.