• Have the opportunity to be involved with an organisation that truly influences change.
• Be part of FMA during this exciting growth period.
• Option to be based in either Wellington or Auckland.

At the FMA, the work you do counts. We lead better, fairer outcomes for investors, consumers and New Zealanders. Our innovative people drive the evolution of the financial sector, influencing the industry and effecting positive change. At the FMA, the work you do has a significant impact.

Our General Counsel function enables and supports the FMA in promoting and facilitating the development of fair, efficient, and transparent markets through the provision of holistic, pragmatic and high quality legal and policy advice required by the FMA to achieve its objectives, while also providing independent assurance that internal processes are operating effectively.

Due to an internal promotion, we currently have an opportunity for a Senior Solicitor or Senior Adviser to join our busy Policy team within the General Counsel function. You'll be delivering consistent and effective regulatory policy advice and expertise to ensure our development and application of regulatory policy (e.g. law reform review and advice, exemptions, guidance) reinforces our regulatory strategy and reputation as an agile, effective, proactive and respected regulator.

We are open to applications from candidates with a range of experience and a particular interest in good regulatory systems, and the regulation of financial products and services in New Zealand. Tertiary qualified, you'll have a minimum of 8 years' experience with an excellent knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to the financial sector. You'll have experience gained in either a law firm, public sector and/or corporate environment along with a proven ability to interact with stakeholders both within and outside of the FMA for the best outcomes. Your ability to take ownership and get the job done in a positive and outcome focused manner whilst remaining open to other relevant views and options will allow you to truly excel in this role.

The work we're involved in is as challenging as it is interesting. You'll be joining a team of experienced professionals who love what they do. We offer flexible working arrangements and a variety of wellness activities. A strong emphasis is placed on your life outside the workplace, and diversity and inclusion are championed in an environment where we all have the opportunity to reach our full potential.

A career with the FMA offers the ability to Lead, Learn & Live. To discover more and 'Apply now!'  View the position description by clicking the link in "more details" below or for further information or confidential enquiries please contact Jessi Kadow on 09 967 1237. Applications close Sunday 13 March.

The Financial Markets Authority is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to maintaining an inclusive culture where all employees have the opportunity to reach their potential.  We recognise that our continued success is dependent on the performance and ability of our employees.

We value interest from offshore talent for our future pipelines, however due to current border restrictions in New Zealand, we are only able to support local applications or applicants who already possess citizenship or existing working rights for New Zealand.

Information on COVID-19

The FMA is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of our staff, their whanau and the wider community. With the implementation of the COVID-19 Protection Framework we are only able to consider applicants who hold a valid COVID-19 vaccination certificate and evidence of this will be requested as part of our employment process.