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About the IT Industry in New Zealand
IT and Communications is the fastest growing sector in New Zealand, consistently earning IT professionals double the income of the national average. New Zealand’s reputation for innovation and our growing international profile has attracted steady overseas investment, while the New Zealand ICT sector’s investment into research and development is by far the highest of all sectors.
The number of IT firms and employees has also shown significant annual growth country-wide. The highest concentration of IT firms and jobs is in Wellington, where Computer Systems Design makes up 3.5% of all Wellington firms, and 5.7% of Wellington’s employment. Auckland and Canterbury also have high numbers of firms and employment in this area.
Alongside technological advancements, we have seen small and large companies alike transition to digital platforms.
Almost everything can be done online now, from banking to booking a haircut. The economy is becoming increasingly digital, so even companies that are not in the IT industry require skilled professionals to keep their technology functioning and up to date, and to keep their customers happy. The demand for digital skills is high across the whole economy.
Demand for Skills in the IT Sector
As the economy continues to be digitised, job vacancies in computer system designs have become harder to fill than those in any other sector. In the latest MBIE report on the sector, employers cited that applicants with professional, technical, and computer skills were the hardest to recruit.
Demand for IT Services Professionals
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ICT Sales Professionals
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ICT Managers
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Computer Network Professionals
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ITC Support and Test Engineers
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Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists
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ICT Business and Systems Analysts
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Electronic Engineers
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Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers
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Web Designers
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ICT Support Technicians
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ICT Trainers
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Software and Applications Programmers
New Zealand Visas for IT Professionals
Because of the difficulty in filling IT related job vacancies, we have also seen an increase in visa approval for individuals who have skills in these areas. In 2015/16, work visas approved for software programmers, technicians, multimedia specialists, and web developers made up 62% of the total approved for IT occupations.
Industry Snapshots
29,700 - Number of people employed in NZ’s ICT sector
24,000 - New jobs created between 2006-2016
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Posted on 09/12/2025
About the Role: We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled C# Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-native applications using C# and AWS. You will collaborate wi…..
informatica expert (contract).
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Wellington
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Informatica expert in the Enterprise Cloud Data Governance and Data Catalog products
Enterprise-level data governance, data quality and Metadata management
Wellington based , 6 months Contract , Start in January 2026
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is looking for an Informatica Specialist with extensive expertise in Enterprise Cloud Data Governance (CDGC), including metadata strategy, governance frameworks, and system configuration. You will collaborate with the team to design, optimise, and scale the Informatica environment to drive enterprise data governance, quality, and metadata management.
You will also play a key role in mentoring staff, helping to build internal capability and foster a strong culture of data excellence across the organisation.
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19/01/2026
Informatica expert in the Enterprise Cloud Data Governance and Data Catalog products
Enterprise-level data governance, data quality and Metadata management
Wellington based , 6 months Contract , Start in January 2026
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is looking for an Informatica Specialist with extensive expertise in Enterprise Cloud Data Governance (CDGC), including metadata strategy, governance frameworks, and system configuration. You will collaborate with the team to design, optimise, and scale…..
business analyst.
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Auckland
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Business Analyst
Full-Time Position, Auckland, New Zealand
We are seeking a Business Analyst to join an experienced Product and Innovation Team within a leading organization specializing in data-driven financial services. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to organizational strategies, policies, and practices by providing innovative & prudent support for technology and systems development.
The Role
As a member of the team, your primary responsibilities will involve working closely with customers and the software development team to support the organization's technology and systems.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Gathering, validating, and documenting business requirements and technical processes.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to create functional specifications for solutions.
Consulting and making necessary changes to Business Process and Design.
Identifying product improvements and innovative solutions.
Assisting with the implementation and testing of solutions.
Developing, implementing, and maintaining a customer support/help system.
Upholding health and safety obligations, including the well-being of colleagues.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for a professional with a strong mix of technical and business acumen, a drive for results, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Technical Skills
A curious mindset focused on understanding how data-driven products work, including happy paths and edge cases.
Ability to clearly explain analytical findings and present options for delivering business objectives.
Solid technical understanding (e.g., applications, data, integration, databases, business systems, APIs).
A strong analytical and critical thinking approach.
Project Management
Experience working with Agile and Waterfall practices and delivery models.
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines.
Demonstrates a good understanding of Project Management practices.
Some experience in Change Management processes.
Interpersonal Savvy & Drive
Excellent rapport-building skills, including natural empathy and the ability to easily engage and encourage positive interactions.
Strong communication skills.
A delivery-focused mindset and comfortability engaging directly with customers.
Consistently strives to exceed requirements and improve performance.
Demonstrates honesty and high standards of integrity.
How to Apply
If you're a driven Business Analyst who thrives in a collaborative, innovative environment and is ready to make a serious impact, we encourage you to apply now!
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Date:
19/01/2026
Business Analyst
Full-Time Position, Auckland, New Zealand
We are seeking a Business Analyst to join an experienced Product and Innovation Team within a leading organization specializing in data-driven financial services. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to organizational strategies, policies, and practices by providing innovative & prudent support for technology and systems development.
The Role
As a member of the team, your primary responsibilities will involve working closel…..