Senior Investigator

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE Are you a pro-active individual who, thrives on being busy and enjoys being part of a hard-working and diverse office environment? Do you want to contribute to enforcement and investigations strategies within New Zealand’s Business Registries (Companies Office) and Insolvency & Trustee Service spaces? Permanent position based in Auckland Salary range $101,911 - $121,196 + Kiwisaver + Wellness Benefits About the Role - Tēnei tūranga: We have a vacancy for a Senior Investigator in the Business Registries Team (BR). BR is part of the Market Integrity branch of Te Whakatairanga Service Delivery Group, MBIE, with a vision to deliver world leading regulation in order to protect fairness and integrity of markets in New Zealand. The Senior Investigator Business Registries undertakes investigative work primarily on behalf of the Registrar of Companies (Business Registries) and the Official Assignee of New Zealand (Insolvency and Trustee Service) working in partnership with colleagues to achieve objectives. As a Senior Investigator BR you will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in building trust and confidence in our economy, helping to make New Zealand a place where doing business is easy, transparent and fair. Some of the key responsibilities of the role are: Lead investigations, interviews, reporting on investigation progress, and providing input to relevant reports in relation to offending against the Companies and Insolvency Acts, as well as any other applicable legislation. Using investigative knowledge and experience to assist in the development of an initial investigation plan for each case, with specific reference to identifying and securing relevant evidence, and then progress each investigation – adapting the plan as information is received and analysed. Sound knowledge of the legislation governing prosecution processes, e.g. Solicitor-General’s Enforcement Guidelines, Criminal Procedures Act, New Zealand Bill of Rights Act, Evidence Act. Builds and maintains effective relationships and partnerships with all stakeholders and participates as an active team member contributing knowledge and expertise needed to achieve MBIE’s outcomes. We are, therefore, seeking high calibre applicants who have proven communication, investigation and analytical skills and are able to work in a high performing team environment. Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required Experience in leading, planning and / or undertaking complex criminal investigations and prosecutions, both independently and in a team environment. Prepare, assist, oversee complex prosecution files to the highest standards required, giving evidence objectively and professionally in court, and assisting with the preparation and management of witnesses and exhibits as and when required. Demonstrated sound understanding of New Zealand legislation, particularly the Companies, Insolvency, Privacy and Official Information Acts as well as being familiar with the offence provisions of the Retirement Villages Act, the Patents Act, the Copyright Act, the Trademarks Act and the Consumer Credits Act. Excellent communication skills and ability to identify and manage risk with experience in delivering high quality files and reports within prescribed timeframes or other constraints. Demonstrated planning and organising skills, including ability to maintain performance when under pressure, critical assessment of workflows, and appropriate prioritising of work. A demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships at any level, including developing trust and credibility with managers and staff. Tertiary qualification, preferably in law enforcement or related field, and/or proven relevant experience in criminal investigation and prosecution related work. Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand About MBIE - Ētahi kōrero mō 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 Māia – Bold and brave Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future Pono Me Te Tika – Own It Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'. MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori 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, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori 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 Māori 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 mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahunga roa o ngā iwi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, ka tutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapa kua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga. How to Apply - Me pēhea te tono: Click here to view a position description. When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role. All applications must be submitted via our online process. We can't wait to hear from you! Email Sarah Hutcheson at quoting ref MBIE/20059 if you have any further questions. Applications close on Sunday 13 September 2026.