Analytics and Insights Specialist

Westpac New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Auckland seeks an experienced Analytics & Insights Specialist to manage the reporting function in Credit Cards Analytics. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience, strong SQL or SAS skills, and advanced Power BI proficiency. You'll collaborate with various teams to provide insights and support decision-making, all while enjoying a range of employee benefits including generous leave options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave

Additional purchased leave options

Banking benefits and insurance discounts

Opportunities for growth and development

Recognition and rewards for star performers

Subsidy for school holidays

2 volunteer days per year

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a banking analytical role (preferred in credit cards).
• Strong proficiency in SQL or SAS for data analysis.
• Advanced Power BI skills for data management & visualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the reporting and insights function in Credit Cards Analytics.
• Manage the execution and maintenance of reporting suite.
• Collaborate with teams to provide data-driven recommendations.

Skills

SQL or SAS

Power BI

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Data interrogation skills

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Analytics & Insights Specialist to lead the reporting and insights function within our Credit Cards Analytics team. In this role, you will be responsible for tracking and monitoring Westpac’s credit card portfolio by producing both regular and ad hoc reporting and insights for stakeholders across the business.

You will manage the end-to-end execution and maintenance of Westpac’s Credit Card Portfolio BAU reporting suite, which includes preparing and submitting reports to various external regulatory bodies. You will become a trusted expert and adviser on Westpac’s credit card products from a data perspective.

As a business partner, you will add value by understanding the needs of both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements and provide data-driven recommendations. A key part of your role will be to tell compelling data stories using visualisation tools such as Power BI, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and consistently delivering high-quality outputs. Your ability to communicate and explain insights to non-technical audiences will be essential to your success.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• 5+ years experience in banking analytical role (preferred: within credit cards space)
• Strong proficiency in SQL or SAS for data analysis and manipulation (essential).
• Advanced level PowerBI user proficient in data management & visualization (essential)
• Demonstrable commercial acumen, advanced analytical skills and risk maturity
• Ability Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Proficient in data interrogation skills

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you\'ll receive some great job perks and benefits including:

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
• Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
• Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation

At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

Applications Close

11 October 2025