Hobson Leavy is delighted to be working with NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi to appoint their new Head of Investment.
– Lead critical, national infrastructure investment function
– Large-scale, complex, dynamic environment
– Auckland or Wellington location
With a vision for “a land transport system connecting people, products and places for a thriving Aotearoa”, the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is a Crown Entity responsible for managing the land transport system. Playing delivery, investment, planning, leadership and regulatory roles within the land transport system, it is also currently delivering one of the largest capital programmes in this country on behalf of the Crown. Over recent years the scope, scale and remit of NZTA has broadened and increased in complexity.
The role of Head of Investment is pivotal in ensuring NZTA’s investment leadership and capability are fit for purpose. Reporting to the Group General Manager, Commercial and Corporate, and leading a team of around fifty, the Head of Investment will establish and lead a centralised investment function, oversee the National Land Transport Fund and Programme, and ensure financial sustainability through forecasting, risk assessment and funding innovation. The role will also develop and maintain investment frameworks and tools, approve significant investment decisions, and lead medium-term investment planning.
The appointee will be a strategic investment professional with experience managing large, complex portfolios and a strong understanding of investment models. They will bring credibility in engaging with Ministers and central agencies, and demonstrate the ability to lead change, uplift capability and create a culture of high performance. Inspirational leadership, commercial acumen and the ability to influence at senior levels are essential. Knowledge of, or a commitment to Te Ao Māori, and tertiary qualifications in commerce, finance, economics or a related field are expected. The role can be based in Auckland or Wellington.
For more information or to apply, please contact Alex Nevil at Hobson Leavy Executive Search.
E: nevil@hobsonleavy.com
Applications close 5pm on Friday 17th October.
