Senior Advisor Regulation

Position Overview

Based in Wellington, this full-time, permanent opportunity with the Ministry of Health New Zealand offers a chance to impact public health directly through regulatory work in the Medsafe Compliance Branch. The role demands agility and clear decision-making to address complex challenges involving therapeutic products, enhancing health system trust.

Key Duties

• Lead robust investigations into regulatory complaints and product quality concerns to uphold public safety.
• Provide expert, reliable advice on therapeutic products and compliance to various stakeholders inside and outside the Ministry.
• Manage important documentation such as Official Information Act (OIA) requests, ministerial inquiries, and briefings, ensuring precision and timely delivery.
• Promote continuous enhancement of programs, systems, and operational processes.
• Mentor colleagues, foster collaboration, and build strong relationships within the Ministry and the broader health sector.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant qualifications in pharmacy or a scientific field with substantial knowledge of medicines.
• Good understanding or willingness to develop expertise in therapeutic product regulation and quality assurance frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgement to distill complex issues into practical guidance.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of simplifying intricate topics for diverse audiences.
• Highly organized and relationship-oriented, experienced in delivering quality results under pressure.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• 4.4 weeks annual leave entitlement.
• Wellness allowance provided after 12 months of service.
• Competitive salary midpoint of $108,452 NZD, dependent on experience.

Additional Information

As part of the Ministry, you will experience a supportive work environment that values diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. The organisation embraces authentic individual contributions and offers numerous opportunities for personal and career development. Candidates requiring recruitment process adjustments should request support.

Application Details

Applications must be submitted by midnight on 15 July 2026. A CV and cover letter are required for consideration. Early applications are encouraged since interviews may occur before the closing date. Recruitment agencies are not accepted for this vacancy.