Security

Intelligence Analyst

New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees

WellingtonYesterday
$88.2k-$101.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

What the role involves

  • Analyzing intelligence
  • Identifying trends
  • Preparing reports

What they ask for

Must obtain and maintain TOP SECRET national security clearance; NZ citizen or permanent resident with 10 years continuous residence in NZ, Australia, Canada, UK, or US; right to work in New Zealand; strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

  • Security clearance

About the job

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.

We’re working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver ‘Our Business’ and achieve long-term change.

Intelligence Analyst – National Intelligence Centre! - Based at Police National Headquarters

  • Band G
  • Office of Constable/Police Employee
  • Permanent – Full Time
  • NAV
  • JR 6067036

E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā. Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face Mō te tūnga | About the role The National Intelligence Centre is seeking one permanent Intelligence Analyst to join the Analytics and Intelligence Operations team within the National Intelligence Centre. This position would suit an Intelligence professional wanting to work in a dynamic and varied environment. The Analytics and Intelligence Operations team cover a wide range of topics, focusing on strategic and operational intelligence at both domestic and international levels. Outputs are used to inform deployment of resources, understand the criminal environment and crime problems, facilitate evidence-based action and prevention, and support Police staff with planning and intelligence support to major events. As an Intelligence Analyst, you will demonstrate professional curiosity and adaptive approaches by applying a range of structured analytical tools and methodologies to complex problems and issues. You will use critical thinking to produce accurate, relevant and timely intelligence analysis on policing issues and intelligence problems, supporting planning and decision making at the strategic level. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, innovative, inquisitive, committed to excellence, resilient, and firmly focussed on enhancing decision-making within NZ Police. Key Accountabilities: - Proactively identify emerging or escalating trends.

  • Demonstrate critical thinking and apply analytical techniques to interpret information and data.
  • Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop a high standard of written reports/presentations and provide clear and concise verbal briefings appropriate to a range of audiences.
  • Lead and collaborate on projects and group analysis.
  • Effectively manage competing priorities and demands to maintain quality of work under strict timeframes.
  • Demonstrate resilience and adaptability, with the ability to work in a high-pressure, fast evolving environment.
  • Develop and maintain a wide range of positive relationships (internal and external).
  • Lead by example with a committed, positive attitude towards teamwork and professional development.
  • Champion diverse worldviews, different perspectives, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, identifying opportunities to reflect these in Intelligence products.

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others. You will need to: - Manage multiple projects and outputs at the same time.

  • Apply analytical tools to provide unbiased, evidenced based conclusions and recommendations.
  • Function at a high pace and at a consistently high level.
  • Deliver results under time pressure.
  • Be resilient to feedback and scrutiny of your work.
  • Articulate complex problem sets in simple terms.
  • Have good information management and security behaviours.
  • Initiate and maintain internal and external relationships with other Government agencies, non-governmental organisations and subject matter experts.
  • Have a positive attitude towards teamwork and professional development.
  • This role is based in Police National Headquarters in Wellington.

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser: https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/2026-07/Intelligence%20Analyst_0.pdf Security Clearance Requirements To be eligible for this role, you must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET national security clearance. The minimum criteria for this level of national security clearance is: NZ Citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or: - A Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or

  • A citizen of or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, or United States of America, and has a background that can be verified by the NZSIS.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mo tātou | About us New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas. Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways. The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support. To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link: Applicant Information Pack (External) Tono ināianei | Apply now If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made. For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. Utu ā-tau | Salary This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $88,179 and $101,804 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role. If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process. Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 21st October. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates. If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Sian.Weber@police.govt.nz