NZ Post chief executive David Walsh will leave the state-owned postal and logistics company during the first half of 2027 after almost a decade in the role.
Walsh has worked at NZ Post for 12 years and plans to pursue the next stage of his career, including governance opportunities.
NZ Post chair Dame Paula Rebstock says Walsh will leave the organisation in a stronger position.
“He has led the delivery of a multi-year technology and parcel automation transformation, responded to systemic mail decline and focused on long-term commercial sustainability while continuing to deliver strong customer outcomes,” Rebstock says.
“Importantly, this saw a return to profit in FY26.”
Walsh says it has been a privilege to lead the company.
“I am incredibly proud of what the team has achieved during my time with the business,” he says.
“I look forward to watching as NZ Post continues to build on this success.”
The board will begin a formal recruitment process shortly and aims to appoint a successor within the coming months.
Walsh will continue supporting the company and its board during the leadership transition.
