Senior Compliance Officer – Prohibitions

About the role

Join the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) as a Senior Compliance Officer focused on director prohibitions. You will use your analytical mindset to assess evidence, interpret legislation and support regulatory decision‑making within the Companies Office.

Key responsibilities

• Assess referrals and information relating to potential director prohibitions under section 385 of the Companies Act 1993.
• Review material from insolvency practitioners, the Official Assignee and other sources to identify key issues and recommend next steps.
• Prepare clear written assessments, memoranda, notices and correspondence that inform decision‑making.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to clarify issues, gather additional information and ensure timely outcomes.
• Support broader Operational Legal Services and Business Registries activities, including information requests, reporting, complaints handling, quality assurance and process improvement.

Required profile

• A tertiary qualification with strong analytical, communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Curiosity, good judgment and the capacity to work carefully through complex information and evidence.
• Confidence in interpreting and applying legislation in a practical regulatory setting.
• Ability to manage priorities, follow work through to completion and seek support when needed.
• Experience in a regulatory, compliance, legal support, government or analytical environment is advantageous.

Required skills

• Ability to interpret and apply legislation in a regulatory context.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly and accurately.
• Proficiency in working with systems, records and information, or a demonstrated ability to learn new systems quickly.

What we offer

• Salary range $85,537 – $101,911 per year.
• KiwiSaver and wellness benefits.
• Permanent Auckland‑based position with opportunities for professional development.