Job Description
As Principal Advisor – City Relationships, you will be a key link between Council and developers, landowners and investors, maintaining and building relationships to achieve broader outcomes for the city. You’ll work collaboratively in a “one team” environment, assessing risks and identifying opportunities that contribute to the city’s growth and development.
Your role will focus on:
Providing high-quality advice and engaging effectively with elected members and senior leaders.
Facilitating private sector investment critical to supporting the city’s growth and success.
Representing Council in discussions with developers, landowners, investors, and other stakeholders to leverage opportunities and enable new development.
Navigating Council processes for approvals, licenses, and consents, ensuring projects progress smoothly while meeting regulatory objectives.
About you | Ko Koe Tēnei
You’ll bring deep expertise in development and construction, combined with advanced influencing skills and a strong understanding of government processes. Ideally, you have a relevant formal tertiary qualification and at least a decade of experience managing multiple stakeholders in large organisations and leading complex development projects.
To succeed, you’ll need to demonstrate:
Extensive experience in the construction and development industry.
Advanced relationship management skills and the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
A strong understanding of public sector operations, democratic processes, and the machinery of local and central government.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while maintaining clarity and focus.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, supported by strong business numeracy and digital literacy.
Your role will focus on:
Providing high-quality advice and engaging effectively with elected members and senior leaders.
Facilitating private sector investment critical to supporting the city’s growth and success.
Representing Council in discussions with developers, landowners, investors, and other stakeholders to leverage opportunities and enable new development.
Navigating Council processes for approvals, licenses, and consents, ensuring projects progress smoothly while meeting regulatory objectives.
About you | Ko Koe Tēnei
You’ll bring deep expertise in development and construction, combined with advanced influencing skills and a strong understanding of government processes. Ideally, you have a relevant formal tertiary qualification and at least a decade of experience managing multiple stakeholders in large organisations and leading complex development projects.
To succeed, you’ll need to demonstrate:
Extensive experience in the construction and development industry.
Advanced relationship management skills and the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
A strong understanding of public sector operations, democratic processes, and the machinery of local and central government.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while maintaining clarity and focus.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, supported by strong business numeracy and digital literacy.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Principal Advisor - City Relationships position is now open for candidates interested in the Remote Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch 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 Remote Jobs is a plus.