Job Description

Team Leader Business Analysis

Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua, the TEC is a small Crown agency with a big job to do - supporting New Zealanders to have the skills and the knowledge they need to build a great life, and ensure New Zealand thrives. 

If you're looking for your why, then come and join us at TEC. We truly believe in the transformational benefits of education and vocational training; we invest over $3 billion a year in tertiary education and careers systems and seek to lift the aspirations and skill bases of all New Zealanders from ages 7 to 74.

Mōhiohio: Information Directorate

The Information Directorate delivers the data, information, tools and infrastructure that enable us to meet our investment and careers goals, and to operate effectively and efficiently.

He angitūtanga: About the Role

Reporting to the Manager - Programmes, Architecture & Testing, the purpose of this role is to lead a team of Business Analysts while ensuring the delivery of high-quality business analysis services to support organisational objectives. This role:

• Builds and maintains a high-performing team of business analysts who excel at understanding stakeholder requirements, analysing complex business problems, and translating business needs into robust and effective technology solutions.
• Provides high-level technical expertise, planning, scheduling, mentoring, and embedding consistent and up-to-date business analysis practices in the team.
• Creates and supports a business analysis centre of excellence that is valued across the TEC.
• Facilitates the investigation of new initiatives and ideas.
• Fosters collaboration between technical and business stakeholders.

He kōrero mōu: What we are looking for:

This is a core customer-facing role and requires a team leader with a strong customer focus and the skills to readily build relationships and knowledge across the business. You will bring the following:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in business analysis roles, with at least 2 years proven experience in building and managing a high performing team.
• Strong experience in requirements elicitation, business process modelling, data analysis and solution design.
• Excellent understanding of both traditional and agile project methodologies.
• Experience with relevant business analysis tools and technologies.
• Strong customer service and business focus and able to build strong relationships with the business.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Advanced facilitation and negotiation abilities

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What's in it for you

• Three additional (TEC Days) leave days.
• A range of benefits including flexible working options, a wellness programme and the ability to purchase extra leave.
• A motivated and supportive manager, keen to make the most of your skill set.
• Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme.
• A focus on career development and internal opportunities.

The salary range for this position starts from $125,813 up to $148,015 + 3% KiwiSaver depending on demonstrable skills and experience.

Me pēhea te tuku tono: How to Apply

To view the job description and/or apply for the role, please click Apply For This Job or visit the TEC Careers Portal.

If this sounds like you, please apply now for this great opportunity with your tailored Cover Letter and CV, we welcome your application.

The closing date for this role is 11:59pm Sunday 01 June 2025. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact hr@tec.govt.nz.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to the Tertiary Education Commission confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

The TEC is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to your application.