Manager, Audit | Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake 

About the role | Mō te mahi 

We’re seeking a Manager, Audit to oversee the delivery of our comprehensive internal audit and claims assurance programmes. As part of the Risk and Assurance team, you’ll provide independent, objective assurance over the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, governance, and insurer compliance. 

You’ll lead and support a team of Internal Auditors and Quality Analysts, ensuring high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement across the organisation. 

Key responsibilities 

• Lead and deliver NHC Toka Tū Ake’s internal audit and claims assurance programmes. 
• Provide independent assurance over internal controls, governance, and risk management. 
• Oversee quality assurance across the claims function, identifying opportunities for improvement. 
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and private insurers, ensuring effective collaboration. 
• Represent the Audit and Quality Assurance teams with professionalism and credibility across the organisation. 

Skills and experience | Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako 

You’ll bring: 

• A relevant tertiary qualification in business or a related field, with membership of a professional body. 
• 10+ years’ experience leading audits, with strong technical understanding of audit methodologies, tools, and techniques. 
• Proven ability to deliver and oversee high-quality audit reports and manage audit teams. 
• Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels. 

What’s in it for you | Nōu te rourou 

We value our people and offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and growth, including: 

• Hybrid working environment 
• Competitive salary + 3% superannuation 
• IT Home bundle 
• Professional development fund 
• Wellbeing fund and access to an in-house Wellness Coach 
• Five weeks’ annual leave 

Why join us 

Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake is an Aotearoa (NZ) Crown entity that invests in natural hazard research and education as well as providing natural hazard insurance to residential property owners. 

NHC Toka Tū Ake mission is to reduce the impact on people and property when a natural hazard occurs while administering the natural hazard fund.  

Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we engage with homeowners, stakeholders and with communities, every day.  

• Connection – hononga 
• Curiosity – māhirahira 
• Confidence – māia 

He aha te mea nui o te au – he tāngata he tāngata he tāngata

What is the most important thing in the world; it is people, it is people, it is people.

Our commitment is a diverse and inclusive workforce because we know our culture thrives when we get this right.  

We make a difference for all New Zealanders and strive to increasingly reflect the diversity of communities we serve by including and valuing perspectives from all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, gender, age, accessibility needs, sexual orientation, and national origin. 

How to apply | Me pēhea te whakauru 

To learn more or apply, visit the job listing on our Careers page and click Apply. If you have questions or need assistance, contact recruitment@naturalhazards.govt.nz. 

Applications close Thursday, 20 November 2025 at 12pm. 
Please note: Applications sent via email will not be accepted. We encourage early applications, as we may close the advertisement early.