Senior Insights Analyst

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 112,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing program

Professional development

Five weeks annual leave after two year

Job summary

Tiaki Wai is seeking a Senior Insights Analyst to support the Enterprise Performance Office in Wellington. You will collaborate with the Head of the EPO and senior leaders to translate performance data into strategic insights and inform decision-making.

You will work with Power BI, Excel and SQL to identify trends, risks and interdependencies across functions, and to communicate results clearly to executives and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in data analysis, performance insight or analytics.
• Ability to translate analysis into clear executive insights.
• Tertiary qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide actionable performance insights to senior leaders.
• Identify risks, interdependencies, and benefits realisation.
• Develop reporting and data collection mechanisms with complex datasets.

Skills

Data analysis

Executive decision-making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Job description

This is a full-time position with a remuneration range between $112,118 and $158,284 (inclusive of KiwiSaver), starting remuneration will be dependent on individual capabilities and experience.The opportunityAs the Senior Insights Analyst the newly created Enterprise Performance Office (EPO), you will play a key role to ensure Tiaki Wai and it's senior leaders are equipped with actionable insights to support prioritisation, key areas of investment focus and enable informed organisation-wide decision making.Working closely with the Head of the EPO, the Chief Executive and senior leaders, you will bring together performance information, delivery confidence, risks, dependencies and benefits realisation to build a clear picture of organisational performance. Your analysis will help identify emerging issues, test different scenarios and highlight the implications of key decisions.This is more than a reporting role, you'll challenge assumptions, uncover underlying trends and translate analysis into compelling narratives that inform executive decision-making and provide visibility of progress against organisational priorities.About youTo be successful in this role, you will bring:Significant experience in data analysis, performance insight or analytics within complex organisations, supporting executive-level decision-making.Ability to create reporting and data collection mechanisms with experience working with, complex datasets and tools such as Power BI, Excel and SQL.The ability to identify trends, risks and interdependencies across a range of organisational functions such as; financial, operational, customer, and service.Confidence to challenge assumptions and uncover underlying issues.Excellent communication skills, translating complex analysis into clear, objective insights.An understanding of portfolio, programme or enterprise performance and the ability to align with strategic organisational priorities.A relevant tertiary qualification is required.Experience in infrastructure, utilities or the public sector, and knowledge of New Zealand's regulatory environment, would be advantageous.BenefitsAt Tiaki Wai, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.Our benefits include:Flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from homeComprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annuallyFormal and informal professional development opportunitiesFive weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual serviceFor a full list of our employee benefits click here.About usTiaki Wai is a council-owned organisation responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.We manage public-owned extensive water infrastructure and oversee the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long-term investment, asset management, maintenance, and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection, and regional growth.Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership. We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.Applications close on Sunday, 8 November 2026.How to applyTo view a copy of the position description: click here.To apply for the role, click on the 'apply' button or visit the Tiaki Wai Careers site, if you are a Tiaki Wai employee please apply using your work email.For further information, email: [e-mail] be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand to be considered for this position.