Graduate Analyst (Kaitatari Whiwhi Tohu) (Jan 2027)

Have you got what it takes to shape Aotearoa New Zealand's tomorrow?

• Fantastic graduate programme with extensive learning and development opportunities
• $69,023 (inclusive of Kiwisaver) + five weeks' annual leave
• Contribute to important mahi / work for Aotearoa New Zealand
• Flexible working arrangements
• Range of social events, employee networks, and sports events
• Stimulating, challenging work

Mo matou | About Us

At The Treasury - Te Tai Ohanga 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.

Korero mo te turanga | About the Role

The work our graduates (nga Kaiwhiwhi Tohu) do is varied and extensive. You'll start your career in the heart of public sector decision-making and will work on significant pieces of advice across large and influential portfolios.

We havethree work streams openin our January 2026 graduate analyst intake - our Macroeconomic Capital and Commercial , and Policy, Performance and Advisory streams.

This stream is focused on improving New Zealand's wellbeing through macroeconomic and fiscal policy, modelling, research, and forecasting. Find out more about the Macroeconomic stream on our website.

This stream is focused on improving New Zealand's wellbeing through utilising the Government's commercial and financial assets. Find out more about the Capital & Commercial streamon our website.

This stream is focused on improving New Zealand's wellbeing through policy advice and the Government's annual Budget. Find out more about the Policy, Performance & Advisory streamon our website.

Streams help us define the type of work you'll do and allow us to provide the right learning and development opportunities for you within our 18-month graduate development programme (kaupapa whakawhanake tangata whiwhi tohu). After completing the programme, you can move between teams and streams.

Ko nga 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 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.

O pumanawa | About You

We are seeking people who :

We are committed to employing people who represent the New Zealand community we serve, so we look for graduates from a wide range of academic, cultural, and social backgrounds.

As part of the application process, we will ask for a copy of your academic transcript and grade average. We know that grades alone don't define people. We are looking for curious, motivated people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences who want to work with others and contribute to the important mahi our teams do.To be eligible to apply for our graduate analyst vacancies, please note the criteria below :

You are entitled to work in NZ through :

You are available to start in the Graduate programme in January 2027

Individual streams may have additional screening criteria. To find out more, please review the specific streamson our website.

Ra kati | Applications close at 11.55pm on 23 March 2026. All applications must be made online.

Please note : whilst we recognise the benefits of AI, we really want to hear from you and gain an understanding of your personal experiences. Please bear this in mind when applying for this role.

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

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