Senior Adviser, Market Conduct (12 month contract)

A great place to work. With great work to do.   Ours is a meaningful and impactful role, as a kaitiaki (caretaker) of the financial services in Aotearoa. We oversee a market that does right by everyone, ensuring better outcomes for all New Zealanders. Our role as a kaitiaki is brought to life by our values; Look to the Horizon, Help the Team Work, Make the Calls and Open Hearts, Open Minds.  
Te Tūranga | The Role
Due to an internal secondment, we have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Market Conduct team as a Senior Adviser on a 12-month fixed term contract/secondment. You'll play a key role in identifying, assessing and responding to complex market conduct issues, helping to maintain confidence in Aotearoa’s financial markets. You'll work across a diverse range of matters, applying sound judgement and strong analytical skills to support effective regulatory outcomes and improve standards of conduct across the sector.
Working as part of a collaborative and highly capable team based in Auckland or Wellington, you'll: * Lead complex inquiries, assessments and regulatory responses relating to market conduct issues. * Analyse information and provide recommendations on appropriate regulatory interventions and outcomes. * Lead regulatory projects, thematic work and research initiatives. * Build constructive relationships with market participants and other stakeholders. * Provide subject matter expertise across the FMA and contribute to wider organisational projects. * Coach and support colleagues while helping build capability across the team. This is an opportunity to work on matters that are often novel, high-profile and influential, where your work contributes directly to fairer outcomes and greater confidence in New Zealand's financial system.
You may already be familiar with some of our recent work, including:
FMA files court proceedings alleging insider trading relating to the sale of Pushpay shares
FMA directs Du Val to remove misleading advertising
FMA's civil proceedings against a portfolio manager for alleged market manipulation He kōrero mōu | About you
You may currently be working in financial markets, financial services, law, regulation, compliance, risk, investigations, policy, enforcement or a related field. While market conduct experience would be valuable, we're equally interested in candidates who bring strong transferable skills from other complex regulatory, legal or financial environments.
You'll bring: * Experience analysing complex issues and providing well-reasoned advice, recommendations or decisions. * Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. * The ability to interpret and apply legislative, regulatory or policy frameworks. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage a range of stakeholders. * Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach to working with others. * A proactive mindset, sound judgement and the confidence to work through ambiguity and challenging issues. * An interest in financial markets and a desire to continue building your expertise in market conduct regulation. At the FMA, we value diverse perspectives and recognise that strong candidates don't always come from a traditional financial markets background. If you're excited by the opportunity to contribute to a fair and trusted financial system and can see yourself succeeding in this role, we'd love to hear from you.
Ngā painga | What we offer  
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:   * 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution  * Paid leave over the Christmas period  * The ability to swap public holidays for days that hold personal significance  At the FMA, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We also offer a range of wellbeing, social, and professional development opportunities that help our people thrive and connect.  Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply  If this sounds like your next opportunity, please check out the position description attached. Applications close Sunday 6 September 2026 at 5pm. The appointing salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000 plus 4% KiwiSaver and the benefits outlined above. Final offers will reflect experience, skills, and internal equity. Pay equity and pay parity are important to us, and we're committed to fairness and transparency throughout the recruitment process.  If you require additional support with your application, please let us know so you are best placed to complete this with ease.