Remuneration Authority Analyst/Admin

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment; Wellington; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a detail-oriented graduate for the role of Analyst/Administrator in Wellington. This permanent position involves supporting the Remuneration Authority through research and administrative tasks. Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and excellent analytical skills. The role offers a salary range of $68,380 to $77,359 along with additional benefits. Skills in Excel and communication are essential.

Benefits

KiwiSaver

Wellness benefits

Development reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, statistics, or similar.
• Strong analytical and administrative skills.
• Ability to give advice clearly and impartially.

Responsibilities

• Support research and analysis for the Authority.
• Perform administrative and secretarial duties.
• Engage with stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder relationship skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Are you a detail-oriented recent graduate with strong analytical and administrative skills?
• Do you thrive in a role that combines research, stakeholder engagement, and operational support?
• Wellington based permanent position
• Salary range: $68,380 to $77,359 + KiwiSaver + Wellness benefits (with six-monthly development and remuneration reviews during the first two years in the role)

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the work of the Remuneration Authority | Te Mana Utu Matua (the Authority), which plays a critical role in determining fair and transparent remuneration for key public sector positions.

We are looking for a graduate entry Analyst/Administrator to support the work of the Authority by undertaking research and analysis activities along with administrative and secretarial duties.

The Authority is a small but busy unit, operating in a high tempo environment. In order to be successful in this role you will need to be resilient, an enthusiastic self-starter, with excellent communication skills, sound judgement and confidence.

Skills and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, statistics or quantitative social sciences, law, public policy/administration or business
• A passion for learning and a positive and pro-active approach to work
• Some experience in a customer service environment would be an advantage
• The ability to give advice and information within a statutory framework and in a clear, concise and impartial manner
• The ability to learn, understand and communicate technical information quickly
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills
• Excellent word and excel skills, and a good understanding of the internet and digital environment
• Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand

About MBIE

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Māia– Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under TeTiritio Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to TeTiritio Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

Horopaki mahi - Employment context:

You will be employed by Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) and permanently seconded to the Authority.

Ētahi kōrero mō - About the Remuneration Authority | Te Mana Utu Matua (the Authority):

The Authority is established under the Remuneration Authority Act 1977 (the Act). It is an independent statutory body which determines the remuneration (sometimes including superannuation/retirement savings, expenses and allowances) for a variety of senior public office holders and, in some cases, their spouses, partners and family members. These office holders, also known as the Authority’s clients, include the Governor-General, members of Parliament (MPs), judicial officers, elected members of local authorities and a wide range of statutory officers.

In carrying out its duties the Authority is required to balance a number of statutory criteria (sections 18 and 18A of the Act and clause 7 of schedule 7 of the Local Government Act 2002), which include the need to:

• achieve and maintain fair relativity with the levels of remuneration received elsewhere;
• be fair both to the person, persons or group of persons whose remuneration is being determined and to the taxpayer or ratepayer;
• recruit and retain competent persons;
• take into account the requirements of the position concerned;
• consider the conditions of service enjoyed by the person or persons whose remuneration is being determined and those of persons in comparable roles;
• take into account any prevailing adverse economic conditions.

How to Apply

Click here to view a position description.

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

We can't wait to hear from you!

Email Sarah Hutcheson at [e-mail] quoting ref MBIE/18353 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Monday 6 October 2025.