Shape Aotearoa’s future – your career starts at the kaitiaki of democracy.
View All JobsA place for you at New Zealand Parliament
He wāhi mōu i te Pāremata o Aotearoa
Working at Parliament could be working for Te Ratonga Whare Pāremata | Parliament Service or Office of the Clerk. With a wide range of careers, from the deep south to the far north, we enable, protect and sustain Parliament as a core part of New Zealand's constitutional system – providing the people, security, infrastructure, and stewardship that make a safe, independent, and effective democracy possible.
We provide independent procedural advice and ensure the official record of Parliament is accurate, trusted, and public.
We support the people who make Parliament work – from security and facilities to HR, finance, and digital systems.
How to apply
Te tono mahi
We're all about having the best people supporting the best Parliament in the world. People who are passionate about their work, live and breathe customer service and thrive working in a fast paced, unique environment. 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.Step 1
Create a profile, join our talent community and apply for roles on our careers site.
Create a profile, join our talent community and apply for roles on our careers site.
Step 2
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss roles in more detail.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss roles in more detail.
Step 3
You may be invited to meet the interview panel to showcase your skills and experience.
You may be invited to meet the interview panel to showcase your skills and experience.
Step 4
Now it's time for relevant pre-employment checks.
Now it's time for relevant pre-employment checks.
Step 5
Our Talent team will keep you updated throughout your application and onboarding process.
Our Talent team will keep you updated throughout your application and onboarding process.
Parliament, for everyone
Te Pāremata, mā te katoa
Support to help you thrive
Our staff networks
Support to help you thrive
Our staff networks
Meet the Team
Mō mātou
Get to know some of the amazing individuals who drive New Zealand Parliament's success.- Raf
- David
- Amy
- Rehu
- Tim
- Tara
- Jill
What roles & opportunities have you had at Parliament?
“I started as an Interparliamentary Officer in the Office of the Clerk (OOC), then worked my way to a manager, then corporate manager, then senior executive in the OOC. I became the Deputy Clerk of the House in the engagement and select committee space, then Chief Executive of Parliamentary Service.“
Benefits and perks
Ngā painga o te mahi
At New Zealand Parliament, we prioritise your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, work-life balance, and career development.
Enjoy an extended break to recharge and rejuvenate each year.
Access on-site fitness facilities for a healthy work-life balance.
Tailor your schedule to achieve work-life balance and personal commitments.
Access counselling and confidential support for life's challenges.
It doesn't hurt to be prepared - especially when you get a discount.
Safeguard your health with a complimentary flu vaccination, as well as discounted hearing & vision tests.
We're passionate about helping you achieve your career goals and offer development and secondment opportunities.
Convenient on-site dining options for a delightful workplace experience.
Enjoy an extended break to recharge and rejuvenate each year.
Access on-site fitness facilities for a healthy work-life balance.
Tailor your schedule to achieve work-life balance and personal commitments.
Access counselling and confidential support for life's challenges.
It doesn't hurt to be prepared - especially when you get a discount.
Safeguard your health with a complimentary flu vaccination, as well as discounted hearing & vision tests.
We're passionate about helping you achieve your career goals and offer development and secondment opportunities.
Convenient on-site dining options for a delightful workplace experience.