Analyst/Senior Analyst

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

5 weeks annual leave

Competitive salary package

Job summary

New Zealand Treasury is seeking an Analyst or Senior Analyst to work on tax and economic development policy. You’ll combine economic analysis, policy advice and cross-government coordination to shape Ministerial decisions and support Budget initiatives.

You will collaborate with Treasury colleagues and other agencies, applying analytical thinking to complex problems and contributing to evidence-based guidance across tax, regional development, science and innovation, immigration and labour market

Qualifications

• Degree in economics, public policy, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Bring together economic analysis, policy advice and cross-government coordination to help Ministers make decisions.
• Develop robust, evidence-based advice across policy areas including tax and economic development.
• Apply analytical thinking to complex problems, balancing trade-offs across economic, fiscal, implementation and risk factors.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in economics or public policy

Job description

Interested in the policy settings that influence New Zealands economy? Join a team at the centre of government working on tax and economic development.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role

As an Analyst or Senior Analyst in our team, you’ll work on some of the most significant economic and fiscal issues facing New Zealand, contributing to advice that helps shape Government decisions. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a range of policy areas, including tax, regional development, science and innovation, immigration, and labour market settings. The work is varied, often fast-paced, and frequently connected to high-profile government priorities. You will work closely with colleagues across the Treasury and other government agencies, contributing to advice for Ministers and supporting major work programmes, including the Government’s annual Budget.

In this role, you will:

• bring together economic analysis, policy advice and cross-government coordination to help Ministers make decisions contribute to Budget initiatives, policy reforms and other important work programmes help shape Treasury’s thinking on tax and economic development policy work
• with colleagues across the Treasury and government to develop robust, evidence-based advice
• apply analytical thinking to complex problems, balancing trade-offs across economic, fiscal, implementation and risk factors.

Ō pūmanawa | About You

We are seeking candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. Diversity of experience is a real strength in our team. While we draw on economic and fiscal analysis, the work is ultimately about people, society, businesses, and the choices that shape New Zealand’s future.

We are looking for thoughtful, collaborative people who enjoy exploring complex issues, bringing different perspectives together, and contributing to advice that makes a difference. In addition to a tertiary qualification, you will bring:

• excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly
• intellectual curiosity and receptiveness to different viewpoints
• analytical ability and an aptitude for critical thinking
• the ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with a range of people to develop practical solutions
• initiative, adaptability, and a desire to learn and grow

Experience in public policy and an understanding of economic frameworks would be beneficial but is not essential. If you are a quick learner who enjoys working with others to navigate complex issues and develop solutions, we’d like to hear from you. For a Senior Analyst role, applicants will typically have at least four and a half years of relevant experience.

Mō mātou | About Us

The Revenue and Economic Development team sits within the Economic Performance Division and plays a key role in providing evidence-based policy advice that supports stronger microeconomic settings across New Zealand. As part of Treasury's wider economic policy function, the team contributes to shaping Treasury’s thinking on a range of complex economic issues. Analysts and Senior Analysts work closely with each other and with Principal Advisors and Managers who are committed to delivering high-quality outcomes while supporting the professional growth and development of team members. The team is collaborative, flexible, and intellectually curious, bringing together people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

A key part of our work is to maintain strong relationships with key economic agencies, including the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and Inland Revenue. Together, we focus on providing robust analysis and advice on critical economic levers that support a more resilient, productive, and dynamic economy.

Ko ngā hua | What we Offer

This is an important job and that’s why we’ll do all we can to support your success. We’ll prioritise your development, offering you opportunities to train and advance your chosen career. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow and build valuable experience and skills.

In addition, we offer:

• flexible work arrangements (including working from home) and encouragement to enjoy a positive work/life balance
• a range of health and wellbeing initiatives
• 5 weeks annual leave for permanent full-time employees
• a competitive salary package
• the opportunity to work in a supportive and high-performing team, and internal opportunities across the organisation
• a workplace that values diversity and inclusion

Tono mai ināianei |

Applications close 11:55pm on Sunday 4 October 2026.

For more information and a kōrero please contact us at [e-mail].

Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)