Principal Advisor | Wellington Region

Job Description

Principal Advisor – OSD Learning and Development

Wellington - National Office

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

Are you passionate about people development and ready to lead strategic learning initiatives that make a real impact?

The Ministry of Justice is looking for a seasoned Principal Advisor – Learning & Development to drive forward-thinking, people-centred strategies across our largest business group: Operations and Service Delivery (OSD). As Principal Advisor, you'll be responsible for leading the design, development and implementation of strategic learning & development (L&D) frameworks. You'll bring thought leadership, Te Ao Māori perspectives, and a strong analytical approach to shape learning programmes that directly enhance service delivery and employee experience.

Your key responsibilities in this role will be, but not limited to:

• Contribute to the strategic direction of Operations and Service Delivery (OSD) people capability, intervention and activities that align with the strategic direction of the Ministry.
• Provide thought leadership in key areas of focus within people capabilities and translate this into tangible L&D programmes.
• Collaborate early and often with wider enterprise and other learning and development teams, to plan the implementation of broader enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Assess opportunities to continuously improve L&D practices and programmes. Identify learning/improvement opportunities for the future.
• Mentor team members and contribute to an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• relevant graduate degree qualification; or equivalent level of experience working in programme management, human-centred design, L&D and/or OD environment.
• deep expertise in L&D disciplines gained in a complex environment demonstrated by measurable and proven business impact and improvements through previous experience.
• experience researching, analysing and developing workable solutions to complex problems.
• experience in effective relationship management including relating effectively with managers and staff at all levels.
• experience in developing strategy and sourcing L&D solutions to support a particular business strategy or change (large or medium scale).
• strong project management skills to drive progress.
• well-developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate clearly at a senior level.

If you are someone that thrives on a challenge this is an excellent opportunity.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $129,129 and $179,192 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Monday 9 June 2025; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz

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