Proven Public Sector Expertise

Madison has been a trusted All-of-Government (AoG) supplier since 2012, and we’re proud to have maintained successful, long-term relationships with Government clients across the entire country.

Our dedicated team specialises in recruitment solutions tailored specifically for the public sector, offering a full range of services, including volume & project, RPO, assessment centres, and other consulting services.

With our focus on providing an exceptional candidate experience, we’re the go-to agency for job seekers looking for their next public sector role, and Government organisations needing to hire talented people who make an impact.

Roles We Recruit

We recruit a wide range of Government & Policy roles, from entry-level to senior management and specialists. Below are just some examples of the types of roles we place:

  • Support Officer
  • Client Services Advisor
  • Team Admin/Co-ordinator
  • Data Maintenance/Analyst
  • Business/Senior Analyst
  • Governance Secretariat
  • Communications Advisor
  • Engagement Specialist
  • Marina/CCTV & Transport positions
  • Project/Programme Manager
  • Technical Writer
  • Procurement Advisor
  • Policy/Strategic Advisor
  • Personal Assistant
  • Executive Assistant
  • People and Culture Advisor
  • Human Resources Advisor
  • Recruitment/Talent Acquisition Advisor

Looking to Hire?

We have the public sector knowledge, experience, and connections to find the ideal Government & Policy talent for your organisation. Our specialist recruiters will partner with you to understand your requirements, develop a sourcing strategy, and find the perfect fit for your team.

Looking for a Job?

We know the public sector inside and out, and we’re here to help. Leveraging our extensive networks and relationships across the breadth of Government organisations nationwide, we’ll help you secure your next exciting opportunity, whether that’s a temp job, contract position, or permanent role.

Salary Guide

Whether you’re an employer benchmarking salaries or a job seeker curious about how your rate compares to others in the Government & Policy industry, our salary guide has the real-life data you need.

Meet Our Government & Policy Experts

Mikayla Johnson
Candidate Administrator

After moving home from Australia in 2021 I was ready for a career change. I joined Madison as…

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Jessica Williamson
Business Partner

After a decade-long career as an international flight attendant, it was time for me to “clip my wings,”…

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Heather Kerr
Principal Consultant

Born in Germany and raised in the beautiful South West of France, I’m a British citizen who has…

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Hannah Williams
Senior Consultant

With a background in HR and administration, the world of recruitment was only one step away, and here…

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Georgia Dry
Senior Consultant

As a born and bred Wellingtonian, I bring more than 20 years of experience recruiting across the Wellington market. My career began…

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Chloe Churchill
Business Partner - Government Volume

After earning my Bachelor of Honours in Business Studies, I began my career in HR in London before…

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Nafeeza Jahan
Business Partner

My relationship with Madison started a few years ago, when I decided to leave my career in the…

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Jessica Middlemiss
Principal Consultant

With more than 10 years in recruitment across New Zealand and the UK, I’ve developed expertise in recruiting across corporate support and…

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Rebecca Banaszak
Lead Business Partner

My recruitment journey started back in the UK where I worked in volume recruitment at Gatwick Airport. When…

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Rachel Bloemen
Manager – Government Volume

My journey and passion for recruitment started when I recruited for roles within a fast-paced retail environment. In…

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Lydia Overton
Senior Consultant

I like to think of myself as a recruitment success story. After studying Media and Marketing at Victoria…

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Sarah Harland
Regional Manager - Wellington and Christchurch

Helping shape people’s careers since 2016, Sarah spent three years in Melbourne, and five years with Madison Recruitment.…

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Latest Government & Policy Jobs

This is a unique fixed term opportunity to join a high-performing team focused on transforming how services are designed, commissioned and delivered across New Zealand communities.   Working at the centre of strategy, planning, investment, service

  • Lead commissioning projects and strategic partnerships with Māori and community providers
  • Influence investment, service design and future commissioning models
  • Provide advice to senior leaders and ministerial stakeholders on transformational initiatives
$40 - 43 per hour + 8% holiday pay

This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to work that supports meaningful outcomes for Māori within a large and complex public sector environment. Working at a strategic level, you’ll play a key role in reviewing organisational planning and

  • Drive meaningful Māori outcomes
  • Influence strategic decision-making
  • Hybrid role with immediate impact

We are partnering with a central government organisation seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Policy Analyst to join a high-performing policy team on an initial four-to-six-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned policy

  • Lead strategic "Big P" policy work influencing significant government decisions
  • Develop Cabinet papers, RIS/RAS and Ministerial advice on complex policy issues.
  • 4-6 month Wellington contract with competitive hourly rate

Our Areas of Expertise

Our team has recruitment experience across nearly all industries and sectors – these are just some of our areas of expertise. If your industry isn’t listed, contact us directly because chances are we can help!