Senior Communications Adviser

Varied role, including business partnering with your own portfolio
Join a great team working collaboratively to deliver high impact mahi
Wellington or Auckland‑based
A great place to work. With great work to do.

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

Te Tūranga | The Role

This is a varied communications role where you will apply your breadth of experience to support our two Business Partners, External Relations & Communications to deliver, alongside leading out on communications for your assigned portfolios.

Utilising a number of different external and internal channels to deliver key messages, you’ll develop content such as publications, reports, commentary pieces, case studies, stories, speeches and briefings. You’ll also maintain media monitoring and reporting, and either respond or escalate media enquiries depending on their complexity or sensitivity.

He kōrero mōu | About you

As a highly versatile and generalist communications professional, you’ll provide flexible and responsive communications support to your Business Partner colleagues and leaders within the business. The ability to prioritise, collaborate with others and deliver quality outputs in line with business objectives will be key.

You will be known as an exceptional content developer and writer, planner and organiser, with sound judgement and critical thinking skills.

You’ll have a broad base of communications experience across multiple channels and bring a high level of intellectual curiosity and interest in the regulatory environment, financial markets and government sector in New Zealand and internationally. You will be motivated to identify and act on opportunities relevant to the purpose, reputation and success of the FMA.

You’re not expected to meet 100% of the criteria. At the FMA, a growth mindset is at the heart of our culture. If you have most of what we’re looking for and are excited by the opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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 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 and social initiatives that support personal and professional wellbeing and help our people genuinely connect with one another.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply today. For more information, refer to the position description attached. Applications close 10pm, Sunday 17 May 2026, though we may close earlier if we receive a high volume of applications.

The appointing salary range for this role is around $120–$135k base (typically 90–100% of the range), plus 4% KiwiSaver and the benefits outlined above. Final offers are based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Pay equity and parity are important to us at the FMA, and we are committed to fairness and transparency at every stage of 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.


Reference #
19404

Posted on
04 May 2026

Closes on
17 May 2026 22:00

Location(s)
Auckland, Wellington

Expertise
Advisory, Communications

Job level(s)
Experienced

Work type(s)
Permanent full-time