Business Development Analyst - 12 month fixed term contract

This role is based in midtown Manhattan, New York and r equires a minimum of three days per week in the office. Who we are: New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is New Zealand's international business development agency. We work with some of New Zealand's most ambitious and innovative companies, helping them grow internationally and create greater prosperity for New Zealand. Our North America team works across a broad range of sectors, connecting New Zealand businesses with commercial opportunities and helping them succeed in one of the world's most competitive markets. What you will be doing: We're looking for a highly organized, collaborative and analytical thinking Business Development Analyst to join our New York team on a 12-month fixed-term engagement. You will work closely alongside a team of Business Growth Advisors, who help New Zealand companies make informed growth decisions, to identify opportunities and understand market dynamics in the US market. This is a highly multi-disciplinary role that provides exposure to a wide range of sectors, including tech and AI, manufacturing, food & beverage and consumer products. The New York office has a strong focus on Food & Beverage, meaning you'll provide analysis for some of New Zealand's leading exporters across dairy, seafood, protein, ingredients, wine and consumer food products. Success in this role requires curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to quickly switch between different customers, industries and business challenges. You'll need to rapidly build an understanding of unfamiliar topics, navigate ambiguity, and translate complex information into practical takeaways and analysis. Working closely with Business Growth Advisors to deliver fast and flexible value , this role’s key responsibilities include: Conducting market, customer, competitor and channel analysis Providing insights and analysis on the landscape, customers, distributors, partners and industry contacts to benefit the commercial growth of New Zealand exporters to the U.S. Leveraging research tools, data platforms, and emerging AI-enabled technologies to gather, analyze , and synthesize information into practical commercial analysis Preparing presentations, reports, briefing papers, and customer-ready materials Monitoring market trends, industry developments, and emerging opportunities This role is based in Midtown Manhattan, New York, and requires a minimum of three days per week in the office. Light travel may be required to attend industry events, and team activities. This position works standard East Coast US business hours with some evening flexibility required to work across the New Zealand morning timezone as well. What you will need to be successful: You'll thrive in this role if you're naturally curious, collaborative, love delivering value to others, enjoy solving problems, and have a genuine interest in business and international markets. We're looking for someone who can confidently manage multiple priorities, work independently, and turn complex information into clear and actionable insights. You will bring: Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to turn information into clear, practical insights Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Comfortable learning and using emerging AI and digital tools, applying them alongside data and research to generate insights and support decision-making A collaborative approach and ability to build strong working relationships Curiosity, initiative and a willingness to learn An interest in international business, trade and helping New Zealand companies grow 3+ years experience in market research, business analysis, consulting, international business, or a related field would be advantageous, but we are equally interested in candidates who bring strong curiosity, commercial acumen, and a willingness to learn. Why you'll love working here: NZTE offers a flexible and stimulating environment with a unique opportunity to develop and access world-class business networks within a talented, diverse, and global group. We’re a public service organization that cares for our team and supports them with flexible working options, technology, development opportunities, and support so they can perform at their best. We offer: A collaborative and inclusive team culture Ongoing professional development opportunities Exposure to world-class businesses and industry networks The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to New Zealand's economic success What's next: Please check out the Position Description and apply with a current CV and include a cover letter describing why you are interested and why think you are suited to this role. This vacancy closes 5pm EDT Monday 17 August. The total compensation range for this role is USD 95,000 -105,000 per annum . This range represents a ‘total package’ approach to compensation and includes the value of a platinum medical insurance plan, including dental and vision coverage. You may enroll in this group medical plan (pre-tax benefit) and the per-pay-period cash value of compensation will be adjusted accordingly. Alternatively, if medical plan enrollment is not desired, its value may be taken as cash-in-lieu of coverage. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment visa sponsorship is not available. This is anticipated to be a twelve-month engagement. As with all roles at NZTE USA, employment is at-will and the stated duration reflects the expected length of the assignment rather than a guaranteed term. Employment may be ended by either party at any time, with or without cause. If you have any issues uploading your resume and cover letter, please send directly to: [email protected] We believe New Zealand is good for the world. New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is an equal opportunity employer. At NZTE it is all about our people and we seek diversity of thought; we welcome and encourage you to apply regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodiversity or disability. We also welcome applications from Veterans.