Regulation Manager

• Lead Transpower’s regulatory strategy and major price-quality proposals
• Influence regulatory policy and outcomes across the energy sector
• Partner with the Board, Executive and regulators on critical investment pathways

Transpower’s purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand — a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable, secure electricity system.

At the forefront of the energy sector, Transpower owns and operates the national electricity transmission system. Our work ensures electricity is delivered safely and efficiently across Aotearoa, supporting homes, communities, industries and the transition to a low-emissions future.

Role context

This role sits at the centre of Transpower’s regulatory function, leading how we engage with, shape and operate within New Zealand’s economic regulation framework.

You’ll work at the intersection of strategy, regulation and investment — ensuring Transpower’s regulatory settings support efficient delivery of long-term grid investment in the interests of consumers.

You’ll provide trusted advice to senior leaders, regulators and stakeholders, translating complex regulatory frameworks into clear strategy, positioning and decision-making insights.

About The Team

The Strategy & Regulation team leads Transpower’s engagement with economic regulation, regulatory policy and incentive frameworks.

The team is responsible for securing and optimising regulatory settings, leading major regulatory processes, and ensuring regulatory requirements are well understood and embedded across the organisation.

Working closely with stakeholders across Transpower and externally with regulators and industry participants, the team plays a critical role in enabling investment in the national grid and supporting New Zealand’s energy transition.

The opportunity

As Regulation Manager, you will lead Transpower’s regulatory strategy and delivery — including our most significant regulatory submissions and price-quality proposals.

You’ll work across the organisation and with external stakeholders to ensure regulatory settings are well understood, proactively shaped and effectively applied.

The work you’ll be involved in includes:

• Lead RCP proposals and regulatory submissions
• Shape regulatory strategy, positioning and advocacy
• Advise the Board and Executive on regulatory risks and decisions
• Lead engagement with regulators, government and industry
• Own the regulated revenue model and support financial planning
• Oversee regulatory reporting, disclosures and compliance
• Guide the business to align decisions with regulatory settings
• Influence policy outcomes through evidence-based submissions
• Build regulatory capability across Transpower
• Lead and develop a high-performing team

What will you bring?

You’ll bring senior experience in regulatory, policy, economic or commercial roles within complex or regulated environments, with the ability to lead strategic regulatory work and major processes or submissions.

You’ll be confident engaging senior stakeholders, interpreting complex frameworks and translating them into clear, practical advice and decisions. Your experience may have been gained in energy, infrastructure, government, regulation or another environment where sound judgement, structured thinking and influence are critical.

Experience leading people and building capability will be valued. You don’t need to meet every requirement listed to apply. If this opportunity aligns with your experience, strengths and aspirations, we’d welcome your application.

Why join Transpower?

This is a pivotal role in shaping how New Zealand’s electricity system is funded and delivered.

You’ll influence decisions that impact long-term infrastructure investment, regulatory outcomes and the future of the energy system — working alongside experienced and purpose-driven people on nationally significant challenges.

Learn more about working at Transpower: https://youtu.be/A6EKGFegHyY?si=1D_7W2g4pLAPGbgK

Join us at Transpower

Every home, every marae, every hospital and every electric vehicle relies on the electricity we help deliver.

Our people bring diverse perspectives, experiences and ways of thinking, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone feels respected, can contribute fully and has the opportunity to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement listed.

Next steps

If you’re interested in this Regulation Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Applications close

Tuesday 9th June 2026, however, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and conversations may begin prior to the close date.

Applicants must have existing eligibility to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.