About the role

You will have the opportunity to work across a broad portfolio, supporting advocacy, engagement, and advice that enables Air New Zealand to meet its commercial, environmental, and social objectives.

Key responsibilities within the Government and Regional Affairs team include:

• Monitor and analyse policy, legislative, and regulatory developments, identifying risks and opportunities for the business
• Support effective engagement with government agencies, regulators, industry bodies, and regional stakeholders
• Prepare high-quality briefings, submissions, and position papers that reflect business priorities
• Contribute to regional engagement initiatives that build understanding of Air New Zealand’s role in regional connectivity and economic growth
• Share the perspectives, concerns and feedback of government and regional stakeholders back to the airline’s senior leadership team
• Provide timely advice to internal stakeholders and senior leaders on emerging issues and stakeholder sentiment
• Partner across Corporate Affairs, Communications, Brand, and the wider business to deliver coordinated, credible advocacy.

What we’re looking for



• Experience in government relations, policy, regulatory, and/or regional affairs, gained in the public sector, a corporate environment, or a related setting
• Experience in issues management
• Established relationships in either central or local government, ideally at a political level
• A sound understanding of New Zealand’s governmental and/or regulatory landscape
• Strong relationship management skills, with the confidence to engage credibly with senior internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear, persuasive advice
• Political instinct, commercial awareness, sound judgment, and a collaborative, positive and proactive approach.