Analyst, Level 1 | Wellington City

Job Description

Analyst Level 1 - Permanent Full time, Wellington

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 an Analyst (Level 1) is a catalyst for change and improvement based on empirical data. You will use the data available to you to investigate a myriad of issues facing the justice sector, sometimes with a well-defined hypothesis beforehand, and sometimes to solely explore the data and see what jumps out. 

Your natural curiosity and keen analytical skills will illuminate previously undiscovered issues and opportunities for growth; insights, that without this investigation, would remain hidden and the data meaningless. Your role is to communicate the same story, with the same data, across different areas of the business.

Now is an exciting time for you to become part of the Ministry of Justice in Sector Insights as the insights 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.

This advertisement pertains to two vacant positions, within the Business Intelligence and Reporting and Advice teams. Our Business Intelligence team supports operational decision-making by enabling efficient data access and is the ‘go-to' for data preparation, manipulation and maintenance. This team requires proficiency in a range of tools, including SQL, SAS and PowerBI. The Reporting and Advice team delivers excellent written advice, primarily for key decision makers such as Ministers, executive leaders and the judiciary, by using both narrative data and storytelling. This team requires strong written and analytical skills, and an ability to present complex information in a way is easily digestible by our audience.

We'd appreciate if you could please indicate your preferred position in your application.

Please note we have 2 positions available.

We'd appreciate in your application which position you would prefer, either within the Business Intelligence or the Reporting and Advice team.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• passion and curiosity - with a strong desire to explore new opportunities for using data insights
• a positive can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• flexibility to respond to ambiguity, multiple deadlines and changing priorities
• strong interpersonal skills to build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders
• a delivery focus, with persistence to work towards long term goals
• good communication skills and the ability to translate your findings into a compelling narrative
• a strong sense of team, engaging and helping others around you to succeed
• a tertiary degree in a relevant field
• experience using analytical software (such as SAS or Excel).

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, Research and Evaluation, Data Response, Reporting & Advice, and Business Intelligence.

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

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.

• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• 4.4 weeks annual leave
• Access to professional development and learning opportunities

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 $67,066 and $85,567 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 7 April 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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

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