Senior Analyst | Wellington City

Job Description

Senior Analyst, Permanent full time

Sector Insights Group, National Office

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

We are looking for people as passionate about data as we are. In Sector Insights, we are united in a common goal of using data to drive insights to inform decision making by justice sector leaders. We support justice agencies to work together to deliver ambitious results for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Your role as a Senior Analyst is as a catalyst for change and improvement based on empirical data. Not just hunches or maybes, but well researched, robust data which tells a clear and engaging story.

• Leverage your passion for being a technical leader
• Indulge your curiosity for driving change and improvement through evidence-based insights
• Be a pivotal part of delivering rapid data and insights with an eye for detail in a high-volume at-pace environment.

As a Senior Analyst in the Data Response team, you are responsible for:

• Providing technical leadership in the team building our capability and capacity to be highly responsive - safeguarding our technical practises and uplifting the capability of others through peer coaching and mentoring to ensure the delivery of quality and timely data and insights.
• Supporting delivery of our mandatory obligations (i.e. Official Information Act requests & Parliamentary Questions) as well as ad-hoc requests for data and insights driving decision-making, including those related to the Ministry's strategy, and government targets.
• Contributing to our ability to support other teams across the ministry with detailed quality data and insights docking into machinery of government processes or informing key initiatives delivering on ministry priorities, including legislation change.

Now is an exciting time for you to become part of the Ministry of Justice in Sector Insights as the data and advice we provide are highly sought after. Our work is characterised by innovation, quality, and impact, and we inform the direction of Justice agencies.

You will demonstrate curiosity in uncovering new data insight opportunities, a strong commitment to team success, and a proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to grow.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

You will be adaptable and comfortable pivoting as priorities shift – no two days are the same, and you'll thrive in an environment where flexibility and responsiveness are key.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Proven experience as a technical leader
• Flexibility to respond to ambiguity, multiple deadlines and changing priorities with a high acuity for attention to detail
• A delivery focus, with persistence to work between the simple and complex efficiently and effectively (i.e. from data extraction to storytelling to providing advice)
• Good communication skills and the ability to translate your findings into a compelling narrative
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders

• A tertiary degree in a relevant field
• Extensive experience using analytical software (mandatory SAS, PowerBI would be an advantage but not mandatory)

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Sector Insights is comprised of five teams – Analytics and Modelling, Business Intelligence, Data Response, Reporting and Advice, and Research and Evaluation.

We work collaboratively, turning data into insight to support the delivery of better services and outcomes to people engaging with the Justice system.  We achieve this by helping our partners answer three critical questions: What's happening? Why is it happening? and What would happen if?   

This supports Justice Sector leaders to focus improvement efforts on the areas that will make the biggest difference to New Zealanders.

Our work is challenging and complex. Our goals are ambitious. We make a real difference to the New Zealand Justice system. Our teams are curious, capable and influential. We have inspirational leaders who support, challenge and actively promote career development. Work-life balance is a priority for us, and everyone is encouraged to support their wellbeing. We offer a dynamic and social environment, a place you can be yourself.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

• A place you can be yourself
• A team with a strong supportive culture
• Opportunities to learn and develop
• Competitive salary package

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4 weeks holiday leave
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $112,766 and $145,388 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 1 March 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz