Intelligence Analyst

Police; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 88,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Police in Wellington is seeking an Intelligence Analyst to join the Wellington District Intelligence Unit. You will help ensure decision-makers receive timely intelligence to keep communities safer, using analytical tools and concise reporting.

You will present findings in written reports and briefings, build relationships across agencies, and adapt to fast-paced policing priorities. The role requires resilience, initiative, and the ability to work under pressure, with on-site work

Qualifications

• Ability to apply intelligence practices in a policing context.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to work unsupervised and under pressure.
• Able to meet short deadlines.
• Hold a full NZ driver's license.
• NZ citizen or NZ Permanent Resident, or Australian citizen.
• On-site work at Wellington Central Police Station.
• Tertiary qualification not required; prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify emerging or escalating trends in crime issues.
• Apply analytical techniques to interpret information for intelligence analysis and propose effective solutions.
• Develop high-quality written reports and provide clear verbal briefings to diverse audiences.
• Collaborate on group analysis and projects.
• Manage competing priorities and tight timeframes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reflect Te Tiriti o Waitangi in intelligence products.

Skills

Intelligence analysis

Teamwork

Initiative

Under pressure

Time management

Driver's license

NZ citizen or PR

Job description

Requisition ID6059942-Posted29/09/2026-Wellington-Permanent FT

• Based at Wellington Central Police Station
• Office of Constable/Police Employee
• Permanent Full Time
• Nationally Advertised Vacancy
• JR 6059942

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

Wellington District Intelligence Unit is recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated Intelligence Analyst to join our busy, world-class team. Our unit supports Police leaders and operational staff by helping them understand and plan for risks, challenges and opportunities within the Wellington District criminal environment.

As an Intelligence Analyst you will help ensure decision-makers receive the intelligence they need to make Wellington District a safer place. You will use your initiative and critical thinking skills to understand and identify enforcement and prevention opportunities within the criminal environment. You will apply analytical tools and techniques to develop compelling advice that informs Police operational decision-making. The role requires presentation of analysis through both written reporting and verbal briefings to a range of audiences.

You will bring a positive, open mindset and embrace the challenges that analytical problems present. You will be comfortable talking to others to build your understanding of Policing and intelligence, and work directly with people from a wide range of internal and external agencies for mutual benefit.

The policing environment is fast-paced and dynamic, and the work we undertake can be challenging. Resilience and adaptability are essential qualities for the successful candidate.

This position is currently responsible for the delivery of intelligence support to area leadership, operations and investigations. A core component of the Wellington District Intelligence Unit’s operating model is the periodic rotation of analytic portfolios to encourage innovation and development .

If you are looking to begin a rewarding career in intelligence, this position is for you.

Key Accountabilities:

• Proactively identify emerging or escalating trends in crime issues.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking and apply analytical techniques to interpret information for intelligence analysis, as well as proposing effective solutions that are suitable for the intended audience.
• Development of a high-quality written reports/presentations and provide clear and concise verbal briefings to a range of audiences.
• Actively and positively contribute to collaborative projects and group analysis.
• Effectively manages competing priorities and demands to maintain quality of work under strict timeframes.
• Develop and maintain a wide range of positive relationships (internal and external).
• Champion diverse world views, different perspectives, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and identifying opportunities to reflect these in intelligence products

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring

Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours,your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

The preferred applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

• The ability and aptitude to apply intelligence practices in a policing context.
• An ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Shows initiative and can work unsupervised (reliable and dependable).
• Can work effectively and calmly under pressure.
• Able to work to short deadlines.
• Comfortable managing multiple demands from a variety of people.
• Applicants must be an NZ or Australian citizen, or an NZ Permanent Resident.
• Applicants must be able to work predominantly on-site at Wellington Central Police Station.
• You may be required to work outside of usual business hours and/or at alternative locations within Wellington District for operational reasons.
• Hold a full NZ driver’s license to facilitate work at alternative locations, where required.
• Note – a tertiary qualification is not a requirement. However, previous work experience is preferred.

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements

To be eligible for this role, you may be asked to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET national security clearance.

The minimum criteria for this level of national security clearance is:

NZ Citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or:

• A Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or
• A citizen of or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, or United States of America, and has a background that can be verified by the NZSIS.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence at $88,179.00 – $92,267.00 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Wednesday 14th October . Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact [e-mail]