Kia mahi ngātahi mō Pōneke mō tōna āpōpō: Working together for Wellington's future

Being a part of us means you'll help make our city a better place to live and work. We put people at the heart of everything we do - they are the lifeblood of our organisation.

Our Treasury function is responsible for funding and financing Wellington City Council's long-term plan and insuring our precious taonga, strategically using all financial tools available to us within the local government setting. With a focus on the 'big picture' this team leads treasury, investment, and insurances for the Council.

The role

The Treasury Team are looking for an Advisor Treasury & Funding to provide support with:

The insurance function to process claims enquiries and insurance renewals.
Participation in strategic management of our insurance portfolio including alternative risk transfer mechanisms.
Management of investments and the balance sheet.
Investigation, development and implementation of funding and finance tools.
Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Financial risk management.

About you

You'll be working within treasury and developing a career in this specialist function, ideally presenting with knowledge of the unique environment of local government. Experience in corporate insurance activities is also a key component of this role. You will be a proactive learner and have a knowledge of financial markets/economics.

An understanding of the operations of treasury and insurance functions will assist with success in this role, as will proven, analytical skills and a knowledge of banking relationships and covenants. Polished communication skills are essential.

Why us

This is a great opportunity to join an enthusiastic, tight-knit team, who are there for each other. They are proactive and passionate and are looking for a team orientated colleague to join them.

Wellington City Council is a people-focused organisation, and what you do will have a direct effect on the city you live, work and/or play in.

Next steps

Applications close 5 January 2025. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website.

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: recruitment@wcc.govt.nz

Advisor Treasury and Funding

Wellington City Council

Advisor Treasury and Funding

Wellington City Council

Wellington

Wellington City Council

Advisor Treasury and Funding

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