Senior Business Analyst at Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake , Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

We're on a journey to grow our business analysis team in the information and digital space and are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Business Analyst to join us and make a difference! You will be a problem solver who has a focus on getting things done and the ability to influence, collaborate and know when to delegate. You will be able to juggle multiple product streams/systems and hit the ground running, ensuring that requirements are clearly documented, validated and understood by the business.

 This role will be located in our Wellington or Christchurch office 

To be successful in this role:

• You will own and build key relationships, manage stakeholder expectations and confidently share your recommendations with senior management.
• You're a savvy communicator who can act as a bridge between the business and IT, simplifying technical jargon and be a trusted advisor and subject matter expert.

Skills & experience| Nga pukenga me nga wheako

To be successful in this role you will require the following:

• 5+ years experience as a Business Analyst working across software technologies
• Elicitation and elaboration of requirements, resolving conflicting or competing business requirements across business units
• Feature breakdown into user stories and development requirements
• Working with development partners to support build/test/business change
• Work closely with Product owner to establish and support ways of working
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting demands of stakeholders. 
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to manage and build strong partnerships.  
• Flexible mindset and the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Experience in Salesforce delivery and website development is desirable

What's in it for you? | Nōu te rourou

• Hybrid working environment
• Competitive salary (including 3% superannuation)
• IT Home bundle
• Commitment to your personal development (Professional Development fund)
• Wellbeing fund | Access to inhouse Wellness coach
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 10 days annual sick leave

Why NHC Toka Tū Ake is a great place to work

Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake is an Aotearoa (NZ) Crown entity that invests in natural hazard research and education as well as providing natural hazard insurance to residential property owners.

NHC Toka Tū Ake mission is to reduce the impact on people and property when a natural hazard occurs while administering the natural hazard fund.

Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our customers and engage with communities, every day. 

• Hei whakapai mātou -We make a difference for people 
• Ako ai mātou - We're always learning 
• Ka mahi tika mātou - We do the right thing 
• He toa takatini -We're better together 

He aha te mea nui o te au - he tāngata he tāngata he tāngata

What is the most important thing in the world; it is people, it is people, it is people.

Our commitment is a diverse and inclusive workforce because we know our culture thrives when we get this right.

We make a difference for all New Zealanders and strive to increasingly reflect the diversity of communities we serve by including and valuing perspectives from all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, gender, age, accessibility needs, sexual orientation, and national origin.

How to apply | Me pehea te whakauru

For a more detailed understanding of the position or if you're ready to apply, please visit our Careers website by clicking Apply. If you have any questions about the role or require further information or assistance, please contact us at recruitment@naturalhazards.govt.nz

Applications close Wednesday 26 March 2025, 12pm

Note:

Application sent via email will not be accepted.

We encourage you to apply early. We will be reviewing applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close the advertising early.