What we do
Inland Revenue's Policy and Regulatory Stewardship group (previously Policy Advice Division (1995–2013) and Policy and Strategy (2013–2021)), jointly with the Treasury:
- advises the New Zealand Government on all aspects of tax law changes and social policy measures that interact with the tax system
- drafts tax legislation
- negotiates, interprets and maintains New Zealand's network of double tax agreements with other countries
How we develop tax policy
Since 1995, tax policy has been developed using the Generic Tax Policy Process. This is a process designed to ensure better, more effective tax policy development through early consideration of all aspects – and likely impacts – of proposals, and increased opportunities for public consultation.
Regulatory stewardship
Inland Revenue has responsibility for, or a major role in, seven regulatory systems.
Working for us
From time to time, we have positions available for New-Zealand-resident graduates, and for experienced economists, lawyers and tax professionals.