Lead Intelligence Analyst — Strategic Policing Insight

NZ Police; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 112,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waikato District Intelligence Unit within New Zealand Police is seeking a Lead Intelligence Analyst based in Hamilton. You will provide advanced analytical insight to support decision-makers at tactical, operational and strategic levels, applying a range of analytic tools and methodologies.

You will coach junior staff, foster collaboration, and build partnerships while aligning intelligence work with Te Tiriti principles and district priorities.

Qualifications

• Use variety of tools and techniques to understand a problem, develop solutions, and influence decision-making.
• Think strategically, conceptually, and demonstrate big-picture thinking.
• Collaborate at all levels to achieve outcomes.
• Coach and mentor others and provide peer review.

Responsibilities

• Use analytical expertise to study complex crime problems and propose solutions.
• Manage competing priorities to deliver timely, relevant intelligence.
• Provide technical guidance in intelligence tools and coach junior staff.
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Lead by example with a positive attitude and personal development.
• Produce high-quality written reports and concise briefings for diverse audiences.
• Lead projects and group analyses with limited supervision.
• Support setting and delivering strategic priorities for the District Intelligence.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Analytic tools

Job description

The Waikato District Intelligence Unit within New Zealand Police is seeking a Lead Intelligence Analyst based in Hamilton. You will provide advanced analytical insight to support decision-makers at tactical, operational and strategic levels, applying a range of analytic tools and methodologies.

You will coach junior staff, foster collaboration, and build partnerships while aligning intelligence work with Te Tiriti principles and district priorities.