Job Description
Discover a career with purpose at MBIE
Discover a career with purpose at MBIE
Bring your commercial expertise to work that delivers value for New Zealand
12-month fixed term/secondment opportunity, Wellington or Auckland based
Salary: $118,390- $143,639 plus KiwiSaver and wellness benefits
Tenei turanga - About the Role:
As a Commercial Procurement Advisor, you will support and, at times, lead the delivery of complex commercial and procurement projects for government agencies. You'll model good government procurement practice and help agencies achieve best value for money across the whole of life of their procurement activities.
You'll be part of the Advisory Business Services team within NZGP- a highly skilled, deployable group of commercial specialists who provide hands on support and advice on strategic, high priority initiatives. The work is varied, fast paced, and highly collaborative, offering exposure across a wide range of sectors and markets.
In this role, you will:
Support and lead commercial and procurement projects, helping agencies plan, structure and deliver successful outcomes
Provide sound, pragmatic procurement advice, including procurement planning, strategy development, documentation review and supplier engagement
Contribute to high value or high profile initiatives, injecting commercial capability and momentum where required
Engage effectively with markets and suppliers, supporting negotiations and the resolution of commercial challenges
Build procurement capability across government, sharing knowledge, supporting others, and promoting best practice
Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required
We're interested in hearing from commercially minded professionals who enjoy solving complex problems and working collaboratively across organisations.
You will bring:
Proven experience in commercial procurement, commercial advisory, or commercial project roles
Strong commercial judgement and "commercial nous", with a principled, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
Experience contributing to strategic, high-profile and/or high-value procurement or commercial initiatives
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across different agencies or environments
Strong client-service focus with well-developed stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including producing clear, high-quality commercial documentation
In-depth understanding of procurement principles and processes, or the ability to quickly build this expertise
A relevant qualification or professional membership (e.g. MCIPS or World Commerce Contracting), or working towards one
You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand
You must be able to gain and maintain a Confidential security clearance
Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE:
MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.
We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.
People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.
Mahi Tahi - Better Together
Maia - Bold and brave
Pae Kahurangi - Build our Future
Pono Me Te Tika - Own It
Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means `lifting to make successful'.
MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.
E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.
Me pehea te tono - How to Apply:
Click here to view a position description.
All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Email Jess Dalbeth at Jess.Dalbeth@mbie.govt.nz if you have any further questions.
Applications close on 10 Feburary 2026 (midnight)
Discover a career with purpose at MBIE
Bring your commercial expertise to work that delivers value for New Zealand
12-month fixed term/secondment opportunity, Wellington or Auckland based
Salary: $118,390- $143,639 plus KiwiSaver and wellness benefits
Tenei turanga - About the Role:
As a Commercial Procurement Advisor, you will support and, at times, lead the delivery of complex commercial and procurement projects for government agencies. You'll model good government procurement practice and help agencies achieve best value for money across the whole of life of their procurement activities.
You'll be part of the Advisory Business Services team within NZGP- a highly skilled, deployable group of commercial specialists who provide hands on support and advice on strategic, high priority initiatives. The work is varied, fast paced, and highly collaborative, offering exposure across a wide range of sectors and markets.
In this role, you will:
Support and lead commercial and procurement projects, helping agencies plan, structure and deliver successful outcomes
Provide sound, pragmatic procurement advice, including procurement planning, strategy development, documentation review and supplier engagement
Contribute to high value or high profile initiatives, injecting commercial capability and momentum where required
Engage effectively with markets and suppliers, supporting negotiations and the resolution of commercial challenges
Build procurement capability across government, sharing knowledge, supporting others, and promoting best practice
Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required
We're interested in hearing from commercially minded professionals who enjoy solving complex problems and working collaboratively across organisations.
You will bring:
Proven experience in commercial procurement, commercial advisory, or commercial project roles
Strong commercial judgement and "commercial nous", with a principled, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
Experience contributing to strategic, high-profile and/or high-value procurement or commercial initiatives
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across different agencies or environments
Strong client-service focus with well-developed stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including producing clear, high-quality commercial documentation
In-depth understanding of procurement principles and processes, or the ability to quickly build this expertise
A relevant qualification or professional membership (e.g. MCIPS or World Commerce Contracting), or working towards one
You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand
You must be able to gain and maintain a Confidential security clearance
Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE:
MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.
We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.
People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.
Mahi Tahi - Better Together
Maia - Bold and brave
Pae Kahurangi - Build our Future
Pono Me Te Tika - Own It
Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means `lifting to make successful'.
MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.
E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.
Me pehea te tono - How to Apply:
Click here to view a position description.
All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Email Jess Dalbeth at Jess.Dalbeth@mbie.govt.nz if you have any further questions.
Applications close on 10 Feburary 2026 (midnight)
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Commercial Procurement Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
