Principal Advisor Commercial Performance

Principal Advisor Commercial Performance

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced policy leader to join the Treasury's Commercial Performance Division. You will be comfortable spanning across intellectual and operational leadership and willing to get stuck in to support our expert and collaborative teams make an impact.

Korero mo te turanga | About the Role

The Commercial Performance Division is responsible for strategic oversight of the government's commercial entities, mixed-ownership entities, and Crown Financial Institutions. We deliver expert advice on managing the governance of entities and the framework that underpins these assets and options that optimise financial and non-financial performance. We lead the advisory process for the governments substantial commercial dealings, align the entities with broader government objectives and lead the Export Credit office.

You will provide leadership and support the delivery of the most complex aspects of the work programme whilst providing coaching and mentoring support to help build the teams' capability. You will be required to work across the organisation and be comfortable working at pace to respond to new and emerging issues as required.

O pumanawa | About You

Given the breadth of work within the Division, we are seeking candidates with extensive experience in policy development and implementation and a background in either commercial performance and/or governance.

You will bring:

• Proven ability to lead work programmes. You need to be capable of addressing both systemic and strategic issues, while also ensuring that these are translated into practical, tangible actions that deliver real-world results
• A strong focus on impact and delivery, including working through others and keeping people motivated and focussed on the important, not just the urgent
• Exceptional relationship and interpersonal skills and the credibility to engage with and influence senior decision makers, including the ability to represent the Treasury in senior forums
• Curious and driven to understand what leads to better performance, with a willingness to embrace new approaches, including the use of data and digital tools, to maximise efficiency

For further information about this opportunity, please refer to the attached job description.

Mo m tou | About Us

At The Treasury Te Tai Ohanga we're creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our amazing country home. We're the Government's economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future.

Our talented people bring their diverse backgrounds and experiences to tackling New Zealand's biggest and most inter-connected issues. Every day, they are influencing, advising, and supporting Ministers, Crown CEOs and Government decision-makers to shape our country's collective tomorrow.

Ko ng hua | What we Offer

This is an important job and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success. Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives, will help you enjoy a positive work/life balance. Our numerous social events, sports teams and employee networks will enable you to connect and have fun.

The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture.

We'll prioritise your development, offering you opportunities to train and advance your chosen career. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow and build valuable experience and skills.

Tono mai in ianei | Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand's, tomorrow.

Apply online. Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday, 7 June 2026.

For more information and a korero please contact us at ***email_hidden***.

Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)

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