Senior Analyst - Financial Markets, Wellington

Want to help shape Aotearoa New Zealand's tomorrow? Are you ready to join a vibrant team advising the government on Aotearoa's financial system? Mō mātou | About Us The Treasury Te Tai Ōhanga is the Government's economic and financial advisor. The Financial Markets team leads the Treasury's public policy advice on the financial system, including banking, insurance and capital markets. We administer the Reserve Bank of New Zealandand Natural Hazards Insurance Acts, work with other agencies and our Australian counterparts on common issues, and review spending in the Commerce and Consumer Affairs portfolio.Our work programme is high-profile, fast-paced and varied. Over the past year we've been involved in advice on banking competition, working with the Reserve Bank on financial stability, insurance markets including policy for the Natural Hazards Commission, resolution issues such as establishing the depositor compensation scheme, KiwiSaver policy, and implementing the National Hazards Insurance Act.Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Analyst to join us in the Financial Markets team. Your role will include leading advice for Ministers and decision makers on a range of financial system policy issues. The team's work is dynamic, varied and important for lifting New Zealanders' living standards. Your responsibilities will be tailored to your skills and business needs over time. We expect your work will initially cover banking competition and financial regulation.Appointing remuneration for this role will be between $126,612 and $148,955 per annum, based on skills and experience. This is inclusive of Kiwisaver.Ō pūmanawa | About You We are committed to employing people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, who represent the community we serve. The specific experience, skills, and qualities needed to succeed includeStrong analytical and critical thinking skills and an ability to see issues from a range of perspectives Highly-developed written and verbal communication skills Expertise in developing public policy An ability to plan and deliver work effectively in a dynamic environment At least five years of relevant work experienceKnowledge of the financial sector, financial regulation, economic analysis, or regulatory policy would be advantageous, but not a requirement. The role does not involve financial market operations or analysis of financial products. Ko ngā hua | What we Offer We offer you the opportunity toBuild your skills and career in a supportive environment Work with Ministers and a range of stakeholders Develop your talent through on-the-job and training opportunities. We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. The Treasury encourages a positive work/life balance with flexible work arrangements and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand's, tomorrow. Apply online. Applications close 11.55pm on 13 May 2025. We may consider applications before this date, so please apply early. For more information and a kōrero please contact us at Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)#J-18808-Ljbffr