Insolvency Examiner

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Join Our Team as an Insolvency Examiner!
• Christchurch based – full time, permanent position
• Salary range: $60,727 - $70,625 + KiwiSaver + Wellness Benefits

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:

We are looking for an Insolvency Examiner to join our enthusiastic and committed Central Insolvency Operations (CIO) team in the Insolvency and Trustee Service (ITS), dealing with a variety of insolvency applications.

About Us: 

Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and dedicated group of experts who are passionate about making a positive impact in the realm of insolvency. Your role will focus on reviewing insolvency applications and bringing these to admission, balancing the interests of debtors and creditors through this process.

You will also interact with internal and external stakeholders in support of our business needs.  As a team, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical practices in all our endeavour, and there is opportunity for further advancement associated to learning experience. 
   

As an Insolvency Examiner, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and analysing all insolvency applications, assessment of financial budgets and seeking further information to ensure the right solution is applied.
• The classification of court appointed liquidation and bankruptcy estates.
• Learning about relevant legislation, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Supporting our office functions
• Inbox management
• Effective internal and external customer service 
   

What We Offer:

• Opportunity: a chance to try something different in a sought-after career path
• Professional Development: Comprehensive training and guidance from experienced insolvency professionals committed to your growth and success
• Challenging Work Environment: Exposure to a diverse range of insolvency applications, honing your skills and expanding your knowledge in this intricate field
• Meaningful Impact: Your contributions will directly impact individuals facing financial challenges, providing essential assistance during difficult times
• Collaborative Culture: Our office fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where teamwork and cooperation are highly valued

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana -

Skills and Experience Required
 

• Strong understanding of insolvency or have similar/relevant experience in banking, debt recovery or budgeting would be a real advantage.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, attention to detail and good prioritising and organisational abilities.
• A true team player with a can-do attitude and common-sense approach.
• A keen desire to learn and develop a career in insolvency.
• Drive to provide outstanding customer service.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using computer software and tools, particularly Microsoft Office suite.
• Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About MBIE:

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Māia – Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapakua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:

Click here to view a position description. 

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

We can't wait to hear from you!

Email Sarah Hutcheson at sarah.hutcheson@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/19348 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Thursday 23 April 2026