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