25 March 2026 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has commenced recruitment for the role of Assistant Governor Financial Stability.
This is one of the most senior and visible leadership roles within the RBNZ and involves matters central to New Zealand’s financial system stability.
Financial stability leadership and RBNZ’s financial stability functions continue without disruption while recruitment is underway. Angus McGregor will continue as Acting Assistant Governor Financial Stability and Stan Christian will continue as Acting Director Prudential Supervision.
Interest in the role internally, domestically and internationally is expected. RBNZ has engaged executive search firm Hobson Leavy for the recruitment process and appointment.
A further update will be released once the recruitment process is complete. An appointment is expected to be announced in June 2026.
Candidates for the role can apply here: https://govt.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bd316aa7ee4f5679c56377819&id=b495904a68&e=f3c68946f8
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