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Economist - Auckland based

Help shape New Zealand’s future with smart, impactful economics.

NZIER is seeking an Economist to join our Auckland-based team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful economic analysis and research across a wide range of sectors, while developing your career in a highly respected independent consultancy.

We’re looking for someone with 1-2 years’ experience in economics or public policy who is passionate about high-quality research, problem solving, and delivering value to clients and members.

What you’ll be doing

Working collaboratively across project teams, your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting high-quality quantitative and qualitative economic research and analysis
  • Supporting the design of models and approaches to address client problems and opportunities
  • Drafting, finalising and presenting reports and presentations tailored to client and stakeholder audiences
  • Contributing to NZIER’s public good programme, providing thought leadership on issues important to New Zealand
  • Supporting the preparation of proposals for new business opportunities
  • Working collaboratively with your NZIER colleagues
  • Managing your time effectively and maintaining a high standard of work aligned with NZIER’s values and project management procedures.
Why join NZIER?

 

NZIER is New Zealand’s leading independent economic consultancy and think tank, with a proud 67-year legacy. We work with a wide range of clients from business, government and the NGO sector, offering bespoke economic insights and strategic advice. Our culture is grounded in rigour, respect, integrity and fun.

We offer:
  • Interesting, varied project work across sectors
  • A chance to contribute to thought leadership through our Public Good research programme
  • A collaborative and values-driven team environment
  • Competitive remuneration, including a performance bonus scheme
  • Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career development

Applications close Friday, 23 May 2025
To apply, click here.