Principal Adviser, Insurance

Financial Markets Authority – Wellington Central, North Island A great placeto work. Withgreat workto do. Ours is a meaningful and impactfulrole,as a kaitiaki(caretaker)of the financial services in Aotearoa. Weoversee a market that does right by everyone, ensuring better outcomes for all New Zealanders. Our role as a kaitiaki isbrought to lifeby our values; Look to theHorizon, Help theTeamWork, Make theCalls and OpenHearts, OpenMinds. TeTūranga| The Role Join us as a Principal Adviser within our Insurance team , whereyou'llprovide technical leadership and help shape how we superviseAotearoa's insurance sector. This is an opportunity to influence regulatory approaches, uplift capability, and contribute to outcomes that support both consumers and markets. A day in the life will see you leadingon projectsand thematic workthatstrengthens our approach to insurance supervision and monitoring.You'llbring a strategic lens to the team'smahi, helpingidentifyemerging risks, improve regulatory approaches, and support evidence-based decision making. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading the development and enhancement of monitoring frameworks,toolsand supervision approaches. Providing technical leadership and guidance on complex monitoring engagements and emerging industry issues. Contributing to industry guidance, thematicreviewsand regulatory initiatives across the insurance sector. Building andmaintainingrelationships with insurers, industrybodiesand other key stakeholders. Leading strategic projects and helping shape the team's risk assessment and monitoring priorities. Coaching and mentoring colleagues, sharingexpertiseand uplifting capability across the team. You'llwork closely with colleagues across the FMA and the wider industry, influencing thinking, challenging assumptions, and helping ensure we deliver effective, risk-based supervision. You will have a proven ability to lead complex work, influence outcomes, and provide guidance to others. Whether through mentoring, coaching, or leading projects,you'llenjoy sharing yourexpertiseand helping others succeed. Ideally,you'llbring experience from financial services, financial markets, or a regulatory environment. While insurance experience would beadvantageous,we'reequally interested in candidates with strong sector knowledge and the ability to apply theirexpertisein a regulatory context. Most importantly,you’llbring strong critical thinking, sound judgement, and the confidence to work through ambiguity.You'reproactive, collaborative, and comfortable engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes. Ngāpainga| 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, includingtechnical training andleadership programmes At the FMA,we'recommitted to fostering 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, social, and professional development opportunities that help our people thrive and connect. The appointing salary range for this role is $150,000 - 165,000 per annum, plus 4% KiwiSaver and the benefits outlined above. Final offers will reflect experience, skills, and internal equity. Pay equity and pay parity are important to us, andwe'recommitted to fairness and transparency throughout the recruitment process. Applications close Sunday 9 August 2026 at 5pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr