Analysts/Senior Analysts - Budget

**About Us \| The Treasury – Te Tai Ōhanga** At the Treasury – Te Tai Ōhanga, we’re focused on securing a better future for Aotearoa New Zealand and the people who call it home. As the Government’s lead economic and financial advisor, we work to lift living standards now and for generations to come. We want Aotearoa to be prosperous, and for that prosperity to be sustainable and inclusive so all New Zealander’s can take part in a healthy and resilient economy and society. Our talented people bring their diverse experience to some of the country’s most complex and inter\-connected issues, including child wellbeing, climate change, health, housing and sustainable public financing. Every day, they influence, advise, and support Ministers, Crown Chief Executives and Government decision\-makers to shape a thriving future for Aotearoa. The Budget and Fiscal Strategy Division delivers high\-quality advice on macroeconomic management and fiscal choices, ensures delivery of a robust Budget process that evolves to ensure it remains fit for purpose in delivering high\-quality outcomes, and produces quality analysis on planning and executing a programme of capital investment and developing a strategy to manage the Crown’s assets and liabilities, and stewardship on the infrastructure policy system. The Budget team has the primary responsibility for coordinating the Budget process, including working closely with the Minister of Finance and their office. The Budget team supports the Government and the wider public service by leading each phase of the annual Budget process, including Budget strategy, design, ministerial decision\-making and production. **Kōrero mō te tūranga \| About the Role** As an Analyst or Senior Analyst in the Budget team, you will play a key role in delivering high\-quality advice to influence government decisions that improve living standards for all New Zealanders. You will work closely with teams from across the Treasury to ensure we provide consistent advice that allows the Government to understand options, make Budget decisions, and influence outcomes with a strong economic and financial perspective. This role is high\-profile and will provide plenty of opportunities for personal growth and stretch. As well as having responsibility for delivering specific outputs, you'll be part of a supportive and close\-knit team working together on one of the Treasury's key products. As an Analyst or Senior Analyst you will work alongside our high performing team to * Lead on drafting advice to Ministers across Budget strategy, process, package development, production, and public financial management. * Support the development of the Budget package, working closely with the Minister of Finance and their office and Treasury senior officials. * (For some roles only) Provide advice to Ministers, vote teams, and agencies on technical Budget processes such as baseline updates, Estimates, and Specific Fiscal Risks. * Lead specific Budget and fiscal processes across the Treasury. * Build strong relationships across the Treasury to ensure that we provide consistent, high\-quality advice. We have multiple Analyst and Senior Analyst roles to offer. Alongside strong policy experience, we are also interested in candidates with public finance and accounting backgrounds. These are a permanent, full\-time positions (40 hours per week) based in Wellington, New Zealand. **Ō pūmanawa \| About You** To succeed in this role, you will have * An interest in the Budget and/or public financial management. * The ability to deliver clear, concise and impactful advice to decision\-makers. * Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse stakeholders. For a Senior Analyst role, this ideally includes experience with Ministers. * The ability to manage the delivery of a project from start to end. * An ability to adapt to changing or ambiguous situations. * For a Senior Analyst role, at least five years of relevant experience, including experience leading processes, people, and/or policy advice. **Ko ngā hua \| What we Offer** This is an important job and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success. Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives, will help you to enjoy a positive work/life balance. Our numerous social events, sports teams and employee networks will enable you to connect and have fun. The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture. We'll prioritise your development, offering you opportunities to train and advance your chosen career. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow and build valuable experience and skills. The base salary ranges for these roles are as follows * Analyst $91,339\.30 to $107,458\.00 * Senior Analyst $127,621\.55 to $150,143\.00 Appointments will be made based on the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and alignment with the requirements of the role. **Tono mai ināianei \| Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand’s, tomorrow.** Apply online. Applications close at 11 55pm, on Wednesday 30 September 2026\. For more information about this role, visit Treasury Careers Page.