Join our Taukaea (Policy) team
Kia ora, policy professional – what led you to this page, this sentence, this moment? Curiosity, an appetite for change, a keenness to explore what the future could hold? Whatever the case, you're certainly in the right place. Or should we say, you'll be in the right place when you join our Policy team.
Working in Policy at Inland Revenue Te Tari Taake is the ideal next step, regardless of where you're at in your policy career. It’s a move that'll see you playing a vital role in shaping complex tax and social policy to deliver genuine change for the people of Aotearoa.
There's more to Inland Revenue than meets the eye
If there's a little voice telling you, “but Inland Revenue is just boring tax stuff”, rest assured – it's a common misconception. The truth is there's so much more to us than tax. Sure, it's a big part of what we do, but the bottom line is we're here to help New Zealanders. We do that in lots of ways, which make fulfilling, challenging and purpose-driven careers for those who are part of it.
The work of our Policy team is a great example of the scale and variety of what we do, such as complex social or environmental policy that helps inform the drafting of laws. If policy with real meaning and purpose is what you're passionate about, you'll be in your element here.
Policy – it's all about progress
Join our Policy team and one thing is certain: you'll be immersed in an environment that's all about progress. Yes, that means you'll be actively contributing to policy that drives positive change and outcomes for Aotearoa. But it also means you'll be empowered, inspired and equipped to enjoy progress of your own – carving out a rewarding next step in your policy career.
Possibilities across the board
Policy at Inland Revenue is truly meaningful work. Many of our team consider joining us the most career-defining move they have made ... and with good reason. This is complex but satisfying work that will bring out your professional best, while helping to do what’s best for the people of our nation.
There are opportunities at every level in our Policy team, from graduate through to principal policy advisor roles.
So no matter where you are or the shape of your current policy role, there’s bound to be something for you here to let you take the next step in your career.
Is Inland Revenue for you?
Are you ready to be a trusted advisor to Government, Parliament, select committees, and stakeholders on important tax and social policy issues? Then now’s the time to make the move to Inland Revenue.
This is the place to step up your career and truly enjoy what you do, surrounded by a professional, passionate team that’s collegial and supportive. If you have a background in tax, that’s great ... but not essential. In fact, the same goes for pure policy experience – ideal but not mandatory.
The structure of the Policy team and the work we do means we’re keen to talk to people from a range of backgrounds.