Senior People Analyst
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Become a key member of our People Technology Squad
People data. People tech. Real impact. And yes a bit of fun!
Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
The People Experience Team at Waka Kotahi is in a genuine build-and-improve phase. Weve moved past simply running our people systems and are now focused on making them work better for our people.
Thats where this role comes in.
As a Senior People Analyst youll be at the intersection of people data Workday configuration and experience design. You wont just keep the lights on in our people platform (Puna Koi) youll shape how it evolves how decisions are informed and how our people experience core HR processes.
As a trusted system expert and problem solver you will:
Configure test and maintain Workday across modules: Core HCM Recruiting Time and Absence Talent and Performance Learning Compensation and Advanced Compensation Payroll & Org Studio
Lead cyclical events e.g. Performance Review process
Support organisational change implementation including managing mass data changes (using Org Studio and EIBs)
Investigate and resolve complex system issues and data integrity problems
Identify opportunities for system improvements and shape future enhancements
Provide guidance and mentoring to People Analysts
You can view a copy of the position description here.
Ko koe tēnei About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
Solid experience in HR systems or HCM configuration ideally in Workday
Deep technical capability you understand how systems data and processes really hang together
Comfortable working with ambiguity and competing priorities without defaulting to overengineering
A strong eye for detail balanced with pragmatism
A continuous improvement mindset youre curious and have the end user in mind
Qualifications:
Experience with Workday configuration (Workday Pro is great but real-world experience matters more)
You will demonstrate knowledge of or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of or a willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.
Ko wai mātou About us
Pūmanawa Tāngata the People and Safety Group is responsible for developing and managing people related systems processes and practices so we have the workplace and capabilities we need to succeed now and in the future.
Pūmanawa Tāngata develops the people strategy with emphasis on talent diversity culture and leadership capabilities and develops lifts and manages people related systems processes and practices.
Along with our otherbenefitswe also have new Waka Kotahi Life Income Protection and Critical illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees.
If you want to join an organisation with a strong transparent culture where wellbeingis a priority and where your talent and skills are valued then join us in continuing the make Waka Kotahi a great place to work and apply with your CV.
Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:
Please click Apply for this Job to upload your CV and cover letter.
Rā Katinga Applications close:
12 April 2026For further information email:
To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
