Principal Adviser Talentat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)120,404 - 169,982 - Wellington
Lead strategic talent initiatives and empower senior leadersJoin a collaborative team that values well
- being and professional growthShape the future of talent and workforce management across a diverse organisation Mō te tūnga | About the roleJoin our Talent and Workforce Strategy team as Principal Adviser Talent and be part of the expanded Engagement, Recruitment, Talent and Leadership group.
This is a key thought leadership role, driving high-investment programmes and supporting our most senior leaders with strategic talent and workforce initiatives.Reporting to the Manager Talent and Workforce, you'll be one of three Principal Advisers working in highly specialised areas.
Together, you'll ensure our organisation has safe, supported, and capable staff every day.A key part of this role is guiding the practice of our two Senior Adviser Talent colleagues, providing mentorship and strategic direction.You'll also collaborate with teams across Leadership Development, Capability, People Services, and our diverse business groups to design, develop, and implement the systems and processes that underpin talent management at Ara Poutama Aotearoa.This is a role where you'll do big, interesting work with a team that invests in you and supports your well-being.
Flexible working is supported, but please note that this role is Wellington-based, and due to the level of stakeholder engagement, you'll be expected to be at our National Office at least three days a week.Mōu | About you You're a confident Principal Adviser who thrives on coaching, facilitating, and providing expert advice.
You're known for being approachable, clear, and collaborative—someone who builds strong networks and maintains connections across communities of practice.To succeed in this role, you'll enjoy working in a large, complex organisation and understand the context of frontline workforces.
Your background could include organisational development, workforce management, or government advisory and strategy.A lifelong learner, you bring a well-honed talent and workforce toolkit developed over your career.Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceTo be shortlisted, you'll need to demonstrate:Recent experience coaching and advising senior leaders on talent and workforce initiatives (essential)Expert knowledge in talent and workforce services, including talent mapping, succession planning, workforce analytics, and forecastingExperience presenting in governance environments and a confident facilitatorProven ability to lead organisational development initiatives, with a strong focus on inclusion and diversityHigh level of cultural capability and awareness, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of peopleThe ability to support colleagues with their development and practiceNgā painga | The benefitsThe midpoint of the salary range is $141,651 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $120,404
- $169,982 per annum.
Mō mātou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency- applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Your cover letter is your opportunity to tell us about your lived experience and skills.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact rhiannon.robinson@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.