Inland Revenue
2022 Graduate Policy Advisors (Nov 2022)
Wellington
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- NZD 57,000 - 60,000 / Year
- 1-4 vacancies
- Apply by 10 Jun 2022
- Start date 6 Nov 2022 - 12 Feb 2023
Looking for graduates with strong academic backgrounds and diverse perspectives!
Graduate Policy Advisors
- Are you interested in advising Government decision-makers on important tax and social policy issues?
- Inland Revenue’s Policy and Regulatory Stewardship Group are now recruiting Graduate Policy Advisors
- Wellington based
Inland Revenue plays a critical role in improving the economic and social wellbeing of New Zealanders. We do this by collecting and distributing money, we collect 80% of the Crown’s revenue and distribute social support payments.
We’re offering great flexibility, support and development opportunities unique to you and your aspirations so that you can bring your whole self to work and thrive with us.
Mō mātou | About us
The Policy and Regulatory Stewardship team advises Government on a range of tax and social policy issues. We research and develop policy options, and present policy recommendations to senior officials and Ministers. We also prepare the legislation arising from those policy recommendations and support it through the legislative process.
You can find an overview of what we have been working on at https://taxpolicy.ird.govt.nz/work-programme
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are looking for graduates who, along with strong academic backgrounds and other complementary skills, can bring diverse perspectives to the team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to solve problems by thinking critically and conceptually, engage well with stakeholders, work collaboratively in teams, and communicate complex ideas effectively. We are looking for candidates that will graduate this year or that graduated within the last 3 years.
These roles are likely to commence at the at the beginning of 2023, however, start dates could be flexible for candidates who are available to start sooner.
We can offer you the opportunity to:
- be part of a hugely exciting policy agenda that affects all New Zealanders
- be part of one of the highest performing policy shops in Government, where you will have the chance to hone your policy skills to the highest level
- form links with the operational side of the business
- work in a high performing team in which people enjoy their work and support each other when in need
- work closely with other agencies, business, individuals, and internationally
- learn about the parliamentary process and contribute to legislative change
- advise and present to Ministers and senior leaders
- help strengthen Māori Crown relationships under Te Tiriti o Waitangi/ the Treaty of Waitangi
Tono mai | Apply here
Please apply online, attaching a copy of your CV and Cover letter outlining how you meet the role requirements as outlined here. As part of the application, we would also like you to upload:
- Your complete academic transcript or a copy of your unofficial transcript if you have not yet graduated
- A short sample of your work that demonstrates your writing ability (e.g. an excerpt of a essay written for a university course) this should be no longer than 3 pages.
Please email IRDcareers@ird.govt.nz for a copy of the role description or for any further information or support throughout the recruitment process.
Applications close at 5pm 10 June 2022
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- New Zealand Temporary Work Visa +more
- Business & Management +more
- Bachelor or higher
Reviews
Varies day to day, a mixture of research around tax technical issues, writing reports and attending meetings
I have had a range of experience in tax policy, even in my first 6 months. Everyday is quite different, but mostly consists of meetings regarding policy issues you are working on and then working away at your desk on documents.
Assisting in tax compliances work for FBT and GST assisting in cash management CFIS
About the employer
Inland Revenue
4.4
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Government & Public Service
We collect most of the revenue that government needs to fund its programmes. We also administer a number of social support programmes.
Pros and cons of working at Inland Revenue
Pros
There is a lot of flexibility in the hours you work…you are able to start early or leave later if you wish, as long as you get your work done.
The people are really nice…everyone is very welcoming, helpful, and willing to give you the best opportunities possible.
Graduates at IRD are given lots of opportunities to work on meaningful policy changes and are provided with lots of support in their learning and development.
The culture here is great and there is little to no expectation to stay late/work overtime.
The office is very nice and in a perfect location, 1 minute from Wellington train station…everyone has a standing desk so you can choose to stand if you wish.
Cons
Busy periods and workloads really fluctuate. Some days you will be busy, and other days you will be trying to find work to do.
The onboarding process could have been better, i.e., better contact with managers/leads before starting up.
I will be in the 'grad' level for about 12-18 months before progressing.
The air conditioning is cold most of the time at our workplace.
Sometimes, communication about policy changes and plans takes time to filter through the different levels of the organization.