Principal Advisor (Digital Innovation)

This is a fixed term role through to the end of January 2027. Wellington is the
preferred location, however Auckland may be considered.

About us | Mō mātou

ACC is a trusted and high-performing organisation, providing care, supporting
recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

This is a unique opportunity to join ACC’s Future Workforce team within the
People and Culture business group. The Future Workforce team leads ACC’s
exploration of the evolving workforce landscape and how people and technology
trends will shape our organisation into the future. Your work will directly
contribute to ACC’s Future State programme and broader digital transformation
initiatives.

As Principal Advisor (Digital Innovation), you will bring a strong people lens
to complex, technology led change. A key focus of this role is supporting ACC to
grow its AI capability, with particular emphasis on understanding how AI and
emerging technologies will impact our kaimahi, the work they do, and how we
design our future workforce.

Working to a defined work plan, you will collaborate closely with Technology and
Data and play a critical role in ensuring People and Culture is connected to key
technology related work across the organisation. This role requires strong
relationship building skills and the ability to influence across diverse
disciplines, clearly articulating why a people perspective is essential when
introducing new technology.

About you | Mōu

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced advisor who can
confidently operate at a strategic level, while also delivering practical
outputs aligned to agreed priorities. You will bring a strong understanding of
AI and emerging technologies, along with the ability to apply this knowledge in
a People and Culture context.

You will also have:

• A background in HR or People & Culture, with experience working closely
  with technology, digital or data‑led initiatives (or vice versa)
• A high user of and strong understanding of AI technologies, including how
  different AI applications can impact people, roles, capability and ways of
  working
• The ability to translate between HR and technology domains, bridging
  language, priorities and perspectives
• Systems‑level thinking and the ability to solve complex, organisation‑wide
  problems
• Experience designing and supporting pilots, including defining success
  measures and evaluating impact
• Strong research capability, using both qualitative and quantitative data to
  inform advice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
  engage credibly at all levels
• A collaborative, relationship‑focused approach, with the ability to
  influence across disciplines

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are
dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and
inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage
applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin,
gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us
that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage
that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

The appointing salary for this role will sit between $138,301 and $195,248 and
we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a
comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous
superannuation scheme with features like 0% contribution required by you,
optional life and income protection insurance, and the flexibility to change to
a locked plan at any time, ensuring your financial security now and in
retirement.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit
and what strengths you would bring to the role.

Applications will run through to Wednesday 19th May 2026 1159pm however
please note that if an ideal candidate is found during this time we will move
forward with screening and interviewing sooner.

Applications can only be accepted when submitted through our ACC Career Website.
If you encounter accessibility issues when submitting your application, or if
you have any pātai (questions) about the role please email Hrhelp@acc.co.nz