Senior Policy Analyst

As we welcome our new Governor we are also looking to welcome a new Senior Policy Analyst to support our nationally significant mahi.

Bring your policy analysis and research skills to this important role

Support our nationally significant work

24-month fixed term role, salary circa $125,000 depending on experience

Te turanga – The role

This role is part of the Policy and Regulatory stewardship team who are responsible for the governance, monitoring and care of the prudential regulatory system including ensuring that our prudential legislation is fit for purpose.

In this role you will conduct in-depth analysis and research across a range of areas to address complex issues and challenges facing New Zealand and global economies. Leveraging your technical and communication skills, you will contribute to shaping our policies and legislation, supporting decision-making, and advancing our understanding of central banking.

O pukenga – About you

To be successful in this role you will have :

Professional experience in public policy, regulation, financial services and related areas

Knowledge of the machinery of Government, the legislative processes and Cabinet decision-making

Analytical and research skills

Understanding of financial systems, especially NZ's banking and regulatory frameworks

Experience designing data collections and performing policy analysis

Ko wai matou – Who we are

We're kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand's financial ecosystem – enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all New Zealanders. We do this by providing money and cash, helping to keep prices stable and underpinning the financial system to allow New Zealand to spend, save, insure and do business.

We do all we can to support a sustainable, productive and efficient economy built on integrity, innovation and inclusion. We're building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences help us deliver our best work – reflective of the needs of society. We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Maori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga.

Nga painga – What we can offer you

We have so much to offer from flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture. Our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, working-from-home equipment subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities.

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Korero tapiri – Additional information

We welcome all people, and we want everyone to be able to equitably participate in our recruitment process. Check out the

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Me pehea te tuku tono – Interested?

Applications close 5 November. Please include a cover letter outlining why you think you'll be a great fit for the role. Whilst acknowledging the growing use of AI, we kindly ask that the information you provide authentically represents you.