Senior Portfolio Analyst - Fixed Term at The Treasury, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Senior Portfolio Analyst – Fixed Term Opportunity

We have an exceptional 6-month fixed-term opportunity for a Senior Portfolio Analyst to join our Export Credit team. In this role, you will support the administration of delegated loan guarantee schemes, including the wind-down of the Business Finance Guarantee Scheme (BFGS) and the implementation of the Community Housing Provider – Loan Guarantee Scheme.

Joining our team means working in a caring and collaborative environment, advancing your skills and career, and contributing to a better future for all New Zealanders.

Mō mātou | About Us

At The Treasury Te Tai Ōhanga we’re creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our amazing country home. We’re the Government’s economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future.

Our talented people bring their diverse backgrounds and experiences to tackling New Zealand’s biggest and most inter-connected issues. Every day, they are influencing, advising, and supporting Ministers, Crown CEOs and Government decision-makers to shape our country’s collective tomorrow.

The Export Credit Team is part of the Commercial Performance Directorate at The Treasury. As New Zealand’s official export credit agency, our purpose is to support New Zealand exports and the internationalisation of its exporters through trade credit insurance and financial guarantees.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role

Due to increased workflows from the establishment of a new loan guarantee scheme and the impending closure of another, we are seeking a professional with strong financial acumen and excellent technical writing skills to join our team.

As a Senior Portfolio Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting Treasury-administered guarantee schemes. This includes effective stakeholder management, monitoring and reporting on the portfolio, and administering claims.

This role is both strategic and operational, requiring experience in developing business cases, engaging with Ministers, and navigating complex negotiations. You will act as a subject matter expert, maintaining knowledge of relevant markets and portfolio management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring and reporting on the portfolio and administering claims.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with senior representatives from scheme lenders.
• Contributing to, and leading, Treasury Reports, Ministerial briefings, and Cabinet Papers as required.
• Responding to Ministerial correspondence, parliamentary questions, and other ad hoc requests from Ministers.
• Delivering high-quality advice on the establishment and implementation of guarantee schemes to Ministers.

Ō pūmanawa | About You

This role requires a motivated and skilled professional with a passion for making a difference. We value diversity and are committed to employing people from a wide range of academic, cultural, and social backgrounds who represent the New Zealand community we serve.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
• Experience working with, understanding, and interpreting financial documents.
• A solid understanding of credit risk and ratings models (preferred).
• Practical knowledge of financial markets and portfolio management.
• Experience in data processing and performance reporting.
• Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders and maintain networks across diverse groups.

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 will help you 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.

Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand’s, tomorrow.

Apply online. Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 20 April 2026.

For more information and a kōrero please contact us at talent@treasury.govt.nz.

Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)

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