Applications Analyst

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Our work enables our economy to grow, people to be in work and means we can all rely on the financial system as we spend, borrow and save in our daily lives. We achieve this by being the sole issuer of central bank money for New Zealand.

Te tūranga - The role

The Applications Analyst is part of the Application Support and Technical Operations (ASTO) team. The role is responsible for providing systems support and assisting with the development of the payment and settlement systems to ensure they function to optimal levels and meet the RBNZ's and stakeholder needs. The role works closely with the NZClear and ESAS product owners in analysing change to the systems, ensuring the systems are optimally configured, assisting with testing, identifying areas of improvement, and providing second level support as a subject matter expert.

Ō pūkenga - About you

To be successful in this role you'll have:

• A strong understanding of business analysis and documenting requirements.
  
• An understanding of financial markets and/or payment and settlement systems. Prior experience with NZClear, ESAS, or SWIFT messaging would be beneficial.
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  
• Be a team player who is collaborative and represents their opinions in a constructive way.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyse complex problems and identify practical solutions.
  

Ngā painga - What we offer

We have a broad range of responsibilities and great opportunities to match people across all stages of careers. We encourage an inclusive and positive workplace culture. We support flexible working and work-life balance. Our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, working from home equipment subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities.

It's a great time to join us. We're reaching for new heights. Add your voice to impact change to improve lives and livelihoods. We're protecting our future. For future generations. That's fulfilling.

You can find more information about our benefits here: https://www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits

Ko wai matou - Who we are

We're kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand's financial ecosystem - enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all New Zealanders. We do all we can to support, a sustainable, productive and efficient economy built on integrity, innovation and inclusion. We're building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences seed our innovation and help us deliver our best work - reflective of the needs of society. We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga.

So come join us if you're wanting that something more

Bring your talent, curiosity and expertise and we'll help you do the rest. You'll be part of one of the world's most trusted and respected central banks. We'll invest in you. And with you, we're investing in New Zealand.

We are New Zealand's central bank. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand - Te Pūtea Matua.

To find out more please review the position description for the Applications Analyst and for recruitment queries please contact recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz

Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?

To find out more please review the position description, or for any specific queries, please contact julia.holman@rbnz.govt.nz

For more general queries about the role please email recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz.

If the sound of this role has sparked your interest, please apply online by midnight, 30 July 2024. Please include a cover letter with your application.

Kōrero tāpiri - Additional information

If you encounter accessibility barriers in the application process or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please email recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz.