Strategist, Growth and Spatial Planning

• Shape decisions on Auckland’s future urban form
• Flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave
• Salary will be $90,000 to $100,000, plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

  
He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Policy Department has a fantastic, intermediate level opportunity for a motivated strategic spatial thinker to join us as a Strategist, Growth and Spatial Planning.  

You will advise on a range of issues that will shape Auckland’s urban form over the next 30 years. You will also have a key role in supporting council achieve integrated solutions to make the most of opportunities presented by Auckland’s growth.

You could expect to work on:

• developing Auckland’s regional spatial plan and responding to legislative reform
• ensuring the integration of urban and infrastructure planning
• building the evidence base to support our work
• analysing data and producing compelling maps and visualisations
   

To better understand the nature of our work, please look at  Auckland's Future Development Strategy. 

He kōrero mōu: About you

 
You have demonstrated experience in strategic urban planning and have an understanding of the diverse challenges facing Auckland. You are able to rise above the planning detail and turn information from various sources into compelling strategic advice. We will value your strong people skills and your ability to apply political acumen. 
 
You must have experience in:
 

• spatial planning and strategy development
• providing clear and compelling technical advice to managers or senior leaders
• building strong relationships and establishing stakeholder trust
• working with complex datasets and producing basic maps or visualisations

We still encourage you to apply if you have some but not all these requirements.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.8 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement. 
 

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.  
 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.
 

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE
 

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Sunday, 10 May 2026 

Please note that the The formal job title of this role is Advisor Growth and Spatial Strategy. Find a copy of the position description HERE
 

This role has a remuneration range of $90,000 to $100,000

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered. 

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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.