Team Lead Revenue & Property
He angitūtanga – The Opportunity
Are you a collaborative leader with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for delivering high-quality service in rating, property, and revenue management? We’re looking for a confident and experienced Team Lead – Revenue & Property to guide a dedicated team, streamline systems, and support the delivery of key financial services for our organisation.
Your primary focus will be leading our rates and water billing functions, ensuring they're delivered with accuracy, efficiency, and full compliance. You’ll take the lead on the annual rates setting process and oversee invoicing and penalty workflows in line with the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002. As a key leader, you’ll also drive continuous improvement, optimise systems, and embed best practice across the function. Just as importantly, you’ll mentor and develop your team—fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth.
Ngā kawenga matua – Key Responsibilities
- Lead the annual rates setting process, ensuring alignment with Funding Impact Statements and Council plans
- Oversee the rates invoicing and penalties process, ensuring compliance with the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002
- Ensure accuracy of property and valuation data, including subdivisions, ownership changes, and property classifications
- Oversee debt management, including rates remissions and collection procedures
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with external stakeholders such as Quotable Value NZ, auditors, legal advisors, and other partners
He kōrero mōu – About You
You’ll bring a solid background in local government rating or financial operations, along with proven leadership experience and the ability to build and support a high-performing team. A background in commerce or business will be an advantage.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
- In-depth knowledge of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- The ability to develop and implement practical, effective solutions
- Strong relationship management capabilities, with both internal teams and external agencies
Tā tātou ahurea – Our culture
Horowhenua District Council is proud to be an inclusive workplace; we celebrate difference, diversity, and aim to empower our employees. We are an organisation built on innovation and optimism, and are embarking on an organisation reset. We are motivated to build a place where we value our people and provide opportunities for them to build outstanding careers and better Horowhenua.
We want you to bring you to work, enjoy what you do so that we can support other to do the same.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer
As an organisation, we provide an exceptional work environment driven by inspirational leadership. Our team consists of passionate, supportive, and committed members who are dedicated to making a positive impact on both current and future generations. Our journey of improvement and solution focus means engaging in meaningful work that directly influences the lives of our Community. We prioritise work-life balance and understand the importance of personal well-being, offering an extra day for wellness every quarter to ensure our team's holistic health is valued.
Tono mai ināianei - Apply now This is a great opportunity to be part of an innovative team focused on building a better a future for our people and our community. If you are interested in learning more about the role, our team or our Council please see the job description, or call Michelle 06 366 0999
Role will close: 25 July 2025, although applications will be reviewed as they come in and applicants will be contacted.
He rau ringa e pakari ai ngā taura whiri i ō tātou kāinga noho me ō tātou hapori – mai i te pae maunga o Tararua ki te moana With many hands the threads which weave our neighbourhoods and communities together will be strengthened from the Tararua Ranges to the sea.
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