Principal Advisor Cost Recovery

Overview A rare opportunity to lead thinking across a large, complex regulatory environment and shape how cost recovery supports future funding and pricing decisions. Work across NZTA to bring strategic insight, analytical rigour and practical guidance to cost recovery frameworks, fee reviews and funding approaches that have organisation-wide impact. Be the conduit to the business and leadership on the financial performance of our regulatory function. Permanent opportunity based in Wellington. Responsibilities Act as the thought leader for cost recovery across NZTA. Shape how cost recovery is applied as both a regulatory tool and a driver of performance, influencing practice across the organisation and wider public sector. Lead development of frameworks, policies and guidance that underpin effective cost recovery. Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders and play a critical role in funding and fee reviews, ensuring pricing remains fit-for-purpose and aligned to evolving organisational and regulatory needs. Apply strategic thinking, advanced modelling and strong stakeholder engagement to influence significant financial and regulatory outcomes. Qualifications Our ideal candidate will have some or all of the following (but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box): Extensive experience in cost recovery, pricing, or regulatory financial environments (10+ years preferred). Strong analytical capability, including advanced modelling and complex financial analysis. Experience developing and applying costing frameworks, pricing models, or funding approaches. Proven ability to provide strategic advice and influence senior stakeholders. Experience leading or contributing to fee reviews, funding reviews or pricing decisions. Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to build capability and influence across organisations. A strategic, solutions focused mindset with the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous environments. Experience coaching and mentoring others to grow capability. A tertiary qualification in finance, modelling, regulation, or a related discipline. Benefits At NZTA you’ll be part of an organisation that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Benefits include five weeks annual leave, Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for permanent employees, and a range of development opportunities to support career growth. Equal Opportunity Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. #J-18808-Ljbffr