Senior Data Analytics Lead for AML/CFT Insights

Department of Internal Affairs NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 129,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Internal Affairs NZ is seeking a Principal Data Analyst to lead analytical work across AML/CFT initiatives. You will transform cross‑agency data into compelling, evidence-based insights that inform regulatory decisions and performance measures.

You’ll guide data collection and interpretation, challenge assumptions when needed, and influence decision-makers with robust, defensible evidence. Collaboration with NZ Police FIU and Ministry of Justice will be key.

Qualifications

• Advanced Power BI skills including data modelling, DAX, dashboard design and visual storytelling.
• Experience in data lifecycle and data pipelines.
• Experience with large, complex and imperfect datasets.
• Ability turn data into actionable insights and influence decisions.
• Focus on data quality and continuous improvement.
• Confidence to challenge data and investigate anomalies.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and influence without authority.
• Excellent communication skills for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Bringing together data from multiple sources to form a coherent view of system performance and effectiveness.
• Analysing regulatory, operational and system-wide data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Supporting AML/CFT regulatory operations through evidence-based analysis and insights.
• Presenting complex information accessibly to diverse audiences (operational, executive, cross‑agency).
• Providing analytical leadership and mentoring colleagues, championing best practice.

Skills

Power BI

Data lifecycle

Large datasets

Data storytelling

Data quality

Stakeholder management

Communication

Government experience

Job description

The Department of Internal Affairs NZ is seeking a Principal Data Analyst to lead analytical work across AML/CFT initiatives. You will transform cross‑agency data into compelling, evidence-based insights that inform regulatory decisions and performance measures.

You’ll guide data collection and interpretation, challenge assumptions when needed, and influence decision-makers with robust, defensible evidence. Collaboration with NZ Police FIU and Ministry of Justice will be key.