Principal Advisor, People and Culture

Lead strategic, organisation-wide people and culture initiatives Work closely with executive leaders and contribute to Board-level discussions. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Te tūranga – The role As a key member of the People & Culture Leadership Team, you'll help drive the strategic direction and performance of the function while contributing to broader organisational priorities. You'll provide expert leadership and advice across strategic planning, governance, organisational change, workforce initiatives, executive reporting, and performance delivery. Working closely with senior leaders, you'll translate strategy into action, ensuring people initiatives deliver meaningful and lasting organisational outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with the Director, P&C to deliver the organisation's people strategy. Providing high-quality strategic advice to executive leaders and governance groups. Leading complex programmes of work that drive organisational performance and transformation. Overseeing strategic planning, reporting, governance, and performance monitoring. Strengthening leadership capability, organisational culture, and employee experience. Driving continuous improvement and innovation across People & Culture practices. Ō pūkenga – About you You're a strategic thinker, trusted advisor, and influential leader who thrives in complex environments. You'll bring: Extensive senior-level experience in People & Culture, Human Resources, Organisational Development, Strategy or a related field. Demonstrated experience developing and implementing organisational or people strategies. Experience preparing Board and Executive-level advice and reporting. Experience leading complex programmes of work in large or complex organisations. Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive organisational outcomes. The anticipated appointment range for this role is $176,054 to $205,396 (actual salary will be dependent on your skills and experience). Ko wai matou – Who we are We're kaitiaki (guardians) of NewZealand’s financial ecosystem – enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all NewZealanders. We do this by providing money and cash, helping to keep prices stable and people in work, maintaining safe banking and underpinning the financial system that allows NewZealand to spend, save, insure and do business. We do all we can to support, a sustainable, productive and efficient economy built on integrity, innovation and inclusion. We're building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences seed our innovation and help us deliver our best work – reflective of the needs of society. We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga. Ngā painga – What we can offer you The Reserve Bank - Te Pūtea Matua has so much to offer. From flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture, our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, public transport subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, fitness passport, learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities. Find more information about our benefits here: www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits Come join us if you want to make an impact Working at the Reserve Bank – Te Pūtea Matua is about more than a job. Here you'll have a career, a community, and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Bring your talent, curiosity and expertise and we'll help you do the rest. You'll be part of one of the world’s most trusted and respected central banks. We'll invest in you. And with you, we're investing in NewZealand. Kōrero tāpiri – Additional information We welcome all people and we want everyone to be able to equitably participate in our recruitment process. Get in touch with us if there are any barriers to you applying, or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments: email [email protected]. Me pēhea te tuku tono – Interested? Applications for this role close on Monday 17th August 2026. Join us and you'll contribute to NewZealand’s economic wellbeing and prosperity, help shape our future, and the future for all who call NewZealand home. We're one of the world’s most trusted, connected and respected central banks and we have a broad range of roles to match people across all stages of their careers. Our people come from many disciplines and many walks of life. We embrace differences and new perspectives. The wellbeing of our people and work/life balance are really important to us. We provide a wide range of benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive and succeed. For general enquiries, please feel free to reach out to one of our team [email protected] #J-18808-Ljbffr