Analyst, Data and Information

Deliver high-quality data and statistical insights that support critical organisational decisions. 

• Two fixed term opportunities until June 2029. 

• Contribute to significant regulatory reporting changes for deposit takers 

• Work with groundbreaking new data sources and pipelines 

Te tūranga – The role    

As an Analyst you will contribute to the production, analysis, and dissemination of high quality, fit-for-purpose data and statistics. You will be responsible for the end-to-end operation of one or more regulatory and statistical data returns for banks and other deposit-taking institutions, from data collection to publication. You will support the wider team’s mission to modernise data and systems, implement new reporting standards and adapt to a dynamic banking sector. 

Day to day you will:  

• Contribute to the timely production, analysis and dissemination of high-quality data and statistics. 

• Identify and implement improvements and manage risks and issues in data and processes 

• Contribute to the development of new collections and new methods of dissemination. 

• Provide advice on how to understand, analyse and use data and statistics, tailoring the advice to the needs of the user.

• Manage and publish priority high-frequency economic data sourced from outside RBNZ that inform markets and monetary policy 

Ō pūkenga – About you 

To succeed in this role, you will bring: 

• A degree in statistics, data science, finance, economics, or related discipline. 

• Experience in/ability to learn and leverage a range of data platforms and tools. Experience in Excel, PowerBi, R, Python and / or SQL an advantage.

• Understanding of financial, economic and / or banking data. 

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and attention to detail. 

• Ability to convey technical information clearly to a non-technical audience

• Sound judgement and the ability to think holistically across a broad range of issues

• Ability to work collaboratively within and beyond a core team 

The anticipated appointment range for this role is $69,030 to $91,102 (actual salary will be dependent on your skills and experience). 

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 people in work, maintaining safe banking and underpinning the financial system that allows 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 seed our innovation and help us deliver our best work – reflective of the needs of society.

We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga.   

Ngā painga – What we can offer you   

The Reserve Bank - Te Pūtea Matua has so much to offer. From flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture, our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, public transport subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, fitness passport, learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities. 

Find more information about our benefits here: www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits

Come join us if you want to make an impact !

Working at the Reserve Bank – Te Pūtea Matua is about more than a job. Here you’ll have a career, a community, and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.   

Bring your talent, curiosity and expertise and we’ll help you do the rest. You’ll be part of one of the world’s most trusted and respected central banks. We’ll invest in you. And with you, we’re investing in New Zealand.   

Kōrero tāpiri – Additional information   

We welcome all people and we want everyone to be able to equitably participate in our recruitment process. Get in touch with us if there are any barriers to you applying, or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments: email [email protected].   

Me pēhea te tuku tono – Interested?   

Check out the job description here, for this role here or email us at [email protected] for more info. You can also contact us if you need any accessibility support to apply for this role. 

 Applications for this role close on Friday 20th November. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications when they are received.

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 outlines authentically why you think you’ll be a great fit for this role.