About us | Mō mātou
ACC is a trusted and high-performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.
You can find more about ACC and the work we do at acc.co.nz.
About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
As Manager, Office of the DCE, you will be a trusted strategic partner and advisor to the Deputy Chief Executive, helping ensure the Group operates as a high-performing, well-aligned business unit that delivers ACC’s strategic priorities. This is an enterprise leadership role, requiring strong judgement, discretion and the ability to operate confidently in complex and fast-moving environments.
Reporting directly to the DCE, you will lead the Office of the DCE functions, including business management, strategic advice and administrative services, ensuring high-quality, timely and cohesive support to the DCE and Group Leadership Team. You will translate strategic intent into actionable programmes of work, establish strong planning and performance rhythms, and strengthen governance, reporting, risk and assurance practices across the Group.
You will work closely with senior leaders across ACC to anticipate and respond to emerging issues, build alignment on priorities and enable informed decision-making. The role does not hold formal deputy authority; any delegated responsibilities are exercised only where explicitly agreed by the DCE.
The appointing salary for this role is $138,301 – $195,248 based on experience and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like no minimum employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance, and flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time.
This is a Wellington based role.
About you | Mōu
We’re looking for a team player with exceptional communication skills, who can build strong relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders. Someone who can focus on the big issues and provide simple, solutions focused advice will fit well.
You will bring:
Risk management and assurance capability (including operating within a three-lines model).
Working at ACC | Mō ACC
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:
The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role.
Applications will run through to 11:55pm on Monday, 8 June 2026 however if an ideal candidate is found, we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.
Applications can only be accepted through our ACC Careers Website. If you encounter accessibility issues when submitting your application, or if you would like further information or have questions (pātai), please email HRHelp@acc.co.nz.
ACC NZ is an organisation quite unlike any other - in fact we are the only one of our kind in the world! At our heart is the fact we are an innovative New Zealand organisation born out of an idea - one focused on looking after the best interests of our people. So it will come as little surprise that a job with us offers an opportunity to do something that directly benefits the people of New Zealand, while also benefitting your career.
There are three words that encapsulate our reason for being: prevention, care and recovery. We exist to actively minimise the chance of accidents happening. But when they do, we are here to help people with the appropriate levels of care and recovery with the aim of returning them to their normal lives faster.
As you might expect, there are many people involved in making all this happen, and that's why there are many and varied career opportunities within our organisation. From Case Managers and Claims Managers to Clinical Advisors and Technical Claims Managers we offer many roles which open up a range of development avenues with ACC. What's more, we have locations around the country, all of which offer supportive, collegial workplaces.
As part of the ACC's team of talented and passionate people you can also look forward to a host of benefits including flexible working options, competitive remuneration, ongoing career development opportunities, and a discounted healthcare scheme. So if ACC sounds like your type of place, let's talk today.
