Digital Experience Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Horopaki Matihiko

About the role | Mō te tūnga:

This is more than a delivery role; it’s an opportunity to lead how digital products are shaped, prioritised, and delivered across Parliament.

As Digital Experience Manager, you’ll lead the strategic direction and governance of the digital experience portfolio, working at the centre of Parliament IT’s evolving product operating model. You’ll partner closely with Product Owners, People Leaders, and Technical Leads to align delivery to what matters most - customer outcomes. Operating at a portfolio level, you’ll influence priorities, shape ways of working, and enable teams to deliver high-impact digital services that support New Zealand’s democracy.

What you'll do | Ngā haepapa matua:

• Set the direction for digital experience across Parliament.
• Lead portfolio planning, governance, and delivery outcomes.
• Prioritise the work that delivers the greatest customer value.
• Lift performance through insight, data, and continuous improvement.
• Build strong, trusted relationships across Parliament and agencies.
• Enable and coach teams to succeed in a product-led environment.

What you'll bring | Tō kete:

You’re a strategic digital leader who knows how to connect vision to delivery. Your CV should highlight:

• Experience leading digital strategy, product, or portfolio delivery.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms, UX, and customer needs.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and influencing direction.
• Ability to navigate complexity and prioritise what matters most.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams in agile environments.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking mindset with a focus on impact.

Why join us? | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou:

Help shape the digital future of Parliament while working in a flexible and supportive environment.

• Be part of a major shift to a modern product operating model.
• Work on services that matter to New Zealand.
• Enjoy five weeks’ annual leave, development opportunities, and great facilities.

The salary midpoint for this role is $129,155.00 per annum. Starting offers will be aligned to skills and experience, and the full salary range allows for progression with tenure.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 15th July 2026. All applications must be made online. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, or to arrange a confidential kōrero, please contact Renee Beeson, Senior Talent Advisor on 04 817 6167 or email renee.beeson@parliament.govt.nz We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We appreciate your interest, but we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies currently. Unsolicited CVs received without written confirmation of acceptance from Parliament’s Talent Team will not be received, and Parliamentary Service and Office of the Clerk are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.