Are you a confident, relationship-driven leader who excels at providing executive-level support?

Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values - positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond - we are passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.

Our friendly Governance and Legal Team is seeking a Team Leader on a fixed-term basis whilst the incumbent is on secondment. This role provides an excellent opportunity to lead a high-performing, motivated team that perform a crucial function within Council.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Lead the Executive Support and Governance team
• Support the Executive Leadership team
• Co-ordinate Governance functions including reports for agendas and the release of agendas to enable smooth functions of Council and that all reports look professional and met Council's minimum standards
• Work with the Manager - Governance and Legal to co-ordinate governance support to all elected members and be the point of first contact for councillors to ask a question
• Assist the management of official information requests

What you will bring:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in executive support and/or Governance roles
• Ability to make informed judgement calls based on fact and in the interest of the organisation
• Proven ability to build a strong positive rapport and effective working relationships with diverse groups of people
• Attention to detail, with excellent grammar and written communication skills
• Governance knowledge, including of standing orders and the Local Government Act
• A willingness to help out where needed

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment
• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• KiwiSaver and Superannuation Schemes

This is an 18-month fixed-term, full-time position working 40 hours per week, primarily 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and amazing kai/kai moana. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There are outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore, plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

To learn more, view the full position description or contact Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please note: applications submitted via SEEK will not be received. Apply online on Jobs - Invercargill City Council.

Applications close 18 January 2026. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be considered, preference will be given to candidates currently residing in New Zealand.