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He whakahaere aronga-anamata a Mercury, e tuku ana i te pūngao me ngā whitimamao ki te mahi a tangata o Aotearoa, ā, he nui ake i tā ētahi atu. Waihoki, e para ana i te huarahi mā te pūngao whakahou me te whai i tētahi anamata toitū. Kei te iho ko tō mātou koronga. Tiakina te anamata, mā te tūhono i ngā tāngata me ngā wāhi o te inamata. He āki tēnei i a tātou ki te whakapau kaha kia hua ake ai he anamata pai ake mō ō tātou tāngata, mō ō tātou hapori, me Aotearoa.
Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwis than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose. Taking care of tomorrow: connecting people and place today. This pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Tā mātou arawātea | Our Opportunity:
Help shape Aotearoa New Zealand’s energy future! At Mercury, we’re proudly leading renewable energy transition – and we’re looking for a talented Senior Regulatory Advisor who wants to make a genuine impact on the landscape in which the energy sector operates. If you’re motivated by the opportunity to influence policy settings at a national level, bring insight to regulatory change processes, and help steer New Zealand toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future, this could be your next move!
This is a technical, hands-on role at the centre of how Mercury engages with regulators, government agencies, and the wider energy sector. You’ll join a team of three, delivering on a strategic work programme that supports Mercury’s position as a respected and influential voice in the sector.
You’ll play an important part in ensuring Mercury continues to contribute meaningfully and confidently to public policy and regulatory discussions, including electricity markets, climate policy and wider environmental and national policy initiatives. This is a role that is all about implementation, delivery and high-quality regulatory engagement.
There is flexibility for this role to be based in Auckland, Tauranga, Hamilton or Wellington.
Tāu e mahi ai | What you'll be doing:
Preparing influential, technically robust submissions and consultation responses.
Representing Mercury in regulatory processes, industry working groups, and sector forums.
Maintaining strong working relationships with peers across the sector, including regulators, agencies, industry associations and other participants.
Monitoring policy and regulatory developments both domestically and internationally to help keep Mercury ahead of emerging issues.
Working collaboratively across the business — particularly with Sustainability, Wholesale Markets, Customer and Finance teams — to ensure implications of policy changes are well understood.
Contributing your expertise to cross‑functional teams responding regulatory priorities.
Mōu | About you:
We are looking for strong experience in the following areas:
NZ or equivalent overseas regulatory, public policy or government affairs related role, experience in the energy or telco sector is helpful, but not essential
Strong understanding of policy development and regulatory change processes
Exceptional written communication skills – especially in crafting submissions or formal policy documents
Proven ability to build trusted relationships across agencies, sector organisations and internal teams
Strong research, analysis and problem-solving capability
Ngā tāpaetanga a Mercury | Mercury offers:
Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays)
$400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office
A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave
The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility providers
Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world
Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance
Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme
Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet
Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future. Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways. We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued.
E koekoe te tūī, e ketekete te kākā, e kūkū te kererū
Every voice has its place – and together, we thrive.
At Mercury, we believe that having a team of individuals with different backgrounds, experience and capability working together makes us stronger and better as an organisation. We know that some candidates may only apply for a role if they meet all of the criteria. If you want to join our team, we encourage you to apply for any role that matches your skills, capabilities and interests, even if you aren't sure if you meet all of the criteria.
Please click 'apply' to submit your application. If you require accessibility or assistance support from us during the application and selection process, please reach out to recruitment@mercury.co.nz. Please do not apply via this email address.
A full position description is available below. Applications close Monday, 23rd March at 5:00pm. Please note that Mercury retains the right to bring a particularly strong candidate through to interview more quickly.
Job Details
Reference #
42571
Posted
09 Mar 2026
Closing
23 Mar 2026 17:00
Location(s)
Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga , Wellington
Expertise
Regulatory, Sustainable Strategy
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent full time
He whakahaere aronga-anamata a Mercury, e tuku ana i te pūngao me ngā whitimamao ki te mahi a tangata o Aotearoa, ā, he nui ake i tā ētahi atu. Waihoki, e para ana i te huarahi mā te pūngao whakahou me te whai i tētahi anamata toitū. Kei te iho ko tō mātou koronga. Tiakina te anamata, mā te tūhono i ngā tāngata me ngā wāhi o te inamata. He āki tēnei i a tātou ki te whakapau kaha kia hua ake ai he anamata pai ake mō ō tātou tāngata, mō ō tātou hapori, me Aotearoa.
Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwis than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose. Taking care of tomorrow: connecting people and place today. This pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Tā mātou arawātea | Our Opportunity:
Help shape Aotearoa New Zealand’s energy future! At Mercury, we’re proudly leading renewable energy transition – and we’re looking for a talented Senior Regulatory Advisor who wants to make a genuine impact on the landscape in which the energy sector operates. If you’re motivated by the opportunity to influence policy settings at a national level, bring insight to regulatory change processes, and help steer New Zealand toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future, this could be your next move!
This is a technical, hands-on role at the centre of how Mercury engages with regulators, government agencies, and the wider energy sector. You’ll join a team of three, delivering on a strategic work programme that supports Mercury’s position as a respected and influential voice in the sector.
You’ll play an important part in ensuring Mercury continues to contribute meaningfully and confidently to public policy and regulatory discussions, including electricity markets, climate policy and wider environmental and national policy initiatives. This is a role that is all about implementation, delivery and high-quality regulatory engagement.
There is flexibility for this role to be based in Auckland, Tauranga, Hamilton or Wellington.
Tāu e mahi ai | What you'll be doing:
Preparing influential, technically robust submissions and consultation responses.
Representing Mercury in regulatory processes, industry working groups, and sector forums.
Maintaining strong working relationships with peers across the sector, including regulators, agencies, industry associations and other participants.
Monitoring policy and regulatory developments both domestically and internationally to help keep Mercury ahead of emerging issues.
Working collaboratively across the business — particularly with Sustainability, Wholesale Markets, Customer and Finance teams — to ensure implications of policy changes are well understood.
Contributing your expertise to cross‑functional teams responding regulatory priorities.
Mōu | About you:
We are looking for strong experience in the following areas:
NZ or equivalent overseas regulatory, public policy or government affairs related role, experience in the energy or telco sector is helpful, but not essential
Strong understanding of policy development and regulatory change processes
Exceptional written communication skills – especially in crafting submissions or formal policy documents
Proven ability to build trusted relationships across agencies, sector organisations and internal teams
Strong research, analysis and problem-solving capability
Ngā tāpaetanga a Mercury | Mercury offers:
Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays)
$400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office
A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave
The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility providers
Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world
Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance
Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme
Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet
Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future. Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways. We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued.
E koekoe te tūī, e ketekete te kākā, e kūkū te kererū
Every voice has its place – and together, we thrive.
At Mercury, we believe that having a team of individuals with different backgrounds, experience and capability working together makes us stronger and better as an organisation. We know that some candidates may only apply for a role if they meet all of the criteria. If you want to join our team, we encourage you to apply for any role that matches your skills, capabilities and interests, even if you aren't sure if you meet all of the criteria.
Please click 'apply' to submit your application. If you require accessibility or assistance support from us during the application and selection process, please reach out to recruitment@mercury.co.nz. Please do not apply via this email address.
A full position description is available below. Applications close Monday, 23rd March at 5:00pm. Please note that Mercury retains the right to bring a particularly strong candidate through to interview more quickly.
Job Details
Reference #
42571
Posted
09 Mar 2026
Closing
23 Mar 2026 17:00
Location(s)
Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga , Wellington
Expertise
Regulatory, Sustainable Strategy
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent full time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Regulatory Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home 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 Work from home Jobs is a plus.
