Analysts - Assistant to Senior Level, Waterat NZ Commerce Commission78,875 - 134,501

apartmentNZ Commerce Commission placeWellington calendar_month 

Ko mātou tēnei | Who we areTe Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission is New Zealand's competition, fair trading, consumer credit and economic regulatory agency.Economic regulation is a fundamental component of the Government's Local Water Done Well (LWDW) system.

We are seeking exceptional staff to join our Water team to ensure we have the expertise in
  • house to deliver this important function.We are looking for analysts at all levels who are ready to make a lasting impact at the Commission, starting in the Water team.
Whether you bring experience in economic regulation, accountancy or the water sector, this is the chance to take the next step in your career and make a difference for generations to come.We have opportunities based in either our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office.The indicative salary ranges for the three positions are: Assistant Analyst $78,875
  • $ 92,794, Analyst $ 91,432
  • $107,567, and Senior Analyst $114,327
  • $134,501.

Our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution is additional to this.

The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects their individual skills, experience, and internal relativities across the organisation.Mō te tūranga | About the roleYou'll join a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive team that's passionate about delivering great outcomes for New Zealanders.

We work flexibly, value diverse perspectives, and support each other to grow and succeed.

You'll be working alongside smart, dedicated colleagues on projects that are interesting, challenging, and meaningful — and your contributions will be genuinely valued.Our team has a wide range of responsibilities, and we will tailor your role to your personal skills, strengths and career goals.

An example of some of the projects you might find yourself working on include:Analysing the performance of water organisations and presenting findings in a way that is clear and accessible to the publicDeveloping rules and methods as we apply our suite of flexible regulatory toolsEngaging stakeholders across the water sector to ensure our regulatory approach is well understood and fit for purposeMonitoring compliance with our requirements and conducting investigations where issues ariseHe kōrero mōu | About youYou are a great team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You bring energy, adaptability, and a willingness to try new things.
We believe that diversity drives performance and innovation, and we are proud of the life and work experiences represented in our team.

We're excited to welcome people who will bring their own unique perspective and help us to continue to grow as a vibrant, inclusive and high-performing group.We are seeking candidates with a mix of technical expertise, sector knowledge and a passion for delivering the benefits of regulation for all consumers.

Ideally, you'll bring:Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to clearly explain complex ideasStrong numerical and analytical skills
  • experience with tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or R is a plus.Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
You are also organised and have good time management skillsWater sector experience and/or a champion of efficient and effective progress in the water sectorComfort working in multidisciplinary teams and contributing to, collaborative project-based workKnowledge of, or strong interest in, regulation of infrastructureAbility to interpret and apply legislation
  • especially in a regulatory contextAs our organisation flexes and adapts to meet changing priorities and commitments, we are looking for people who are also comfortable with change, able to adapt, capable of working in different roles at different times across the Commission and can contribute positively to a one Commission view.

Your ability to show your learning agility, open mindedness and curiosity will set you apart from the restRead more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position description.

If you are applying via SEEK, by clicking Apply Now you will be redirected to our careers page where you can access our position description.Te wāhi mahi | Working hereWe're friendly and collaborative and enjoy contributing to our shared vision of making New Zealanders better off and are committed to our people's wellbeing.

Our flexible working options are key to supporting that goal and our people have the technology they need to make it happen.

Our environment is inclusive, and our people know they are free to be their authentic selves at work and structure the way they work to suit their lifestyle.Click here to find out more about benefits and life here at Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission.Ka pēhea te tono mai | How to applyIf you want to contribute to our vision to make New Zealanders better off, please click 'Apply for this job' below.

You will need to complete an online application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter outlining your motivation for applying for this role and the skills and experience you bring.For any queries contact Liz Martin on 04 924 3625.Applications close on Monday 14 July 2025.

We are reviewing applications as they come in.

Please note if we receive a high number of applications this opportunity may close prior to the closing date.Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly.

If you're excited about this role and think you have what it takes, but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you and would encourage you to apply.Our recruitment process is fair, inclusive and free from bias and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user friendly for them.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture.

Put simply
  • you can be yourself here.
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