Job Description

About Us | Mō mātou

The Regulatory and Identity Services Taituarā branch shapes systems and services that touch almost every New Zealander. Our diverse, nationwide and international team works at the intersection of innovation and integrity, with a strong commitment to cultural responsibility and authentic engagement with Māori and Pasifika communities.

Within this, the Regulatory Services Group has oversight of three significant regulatory systems – Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Gambling, and Charities. It also leads work on online casino gambling and conducts regulatory and criminal investigations under the Private Security Personnel legislation.

We are a responsive, risk‑based regulator focused on prevention and reducing harm. Our AML/CFT function is dynamic and fast‑paced, with a significant multi‑year programme underway to strengthen New Zealand’s regulatory system ahead of the 2028/29 international evaluation.

The role | Te tūnga

As Deputy Director AML/CFT, you will play a critical leadership role in delivering effective regulatory oversight across parts of the regulated sector. This role will have oversight of DNFBP’s, Money Remitters, Virtual Asset Service Providers, and the Gambling Sector.

Reporting to the Director AML/CFT, you will work closely with fellow Deputy Directors to ensure a coherent and consistent approach across all sectors.

You will lead operational planning and delivery, ensuring alignment with the national AML/CFT strategy, while embedding a strong risk‑based regulatory approach. You will connect intelligence, operations and investigations, and work collaboratively across Regulatory Services and wider DIA teams to strengthen compliance outcomes and reduce harm.

This is a highly strategic and people‑focused role, requiring you to lead high‑performing teams, build capability, and contribute to the overall leadership of the AML/CFT Directorate.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou

• Proven senior leadership experience delivering operational regulatory functions in a complex environment
• Deep knowledge of regulatory systems, risk‑based regulation, and compliance and enforcement practice
• Strong ability to lead, motivate and develop high‑performing teams and build a collaborative culture
• Demonstrated experience influencing strategy and working across agencies to improve system outcomes
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships internally and externally
• Strategic thinking capability, with the ability to translate direction into effective operational delivery

For you | Mōu

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/

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How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.

We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.

Applications for this role close 5pm, Sunday 31 May 2026. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you have any questions, please email Carly Drury - carly.drury@dia.govt.nz