Head of Performance & Analytics

Permanent - Wellington

• Lead enterprise performance, analytics, and intelligence to influence decision making
• Partner with Executive and Board to solve complex organisational challenges
• Build and lead a high-performing team driving measurable impact

About us | Mō mātou

ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

As the Head of Performance & Intelligence, you will lead the coordination and delivery of enterprise and operational performance insights across ACC. This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping how performance is understood, analysed, and improved across the organisation. You will drive a strategic performance function that enables data-led decision making, supports leadership to solve complex operational challenges, and improves outcomes for New Zealanders.

You'll play a pivotal role in leading enterprise performance reporting, strategic analysis, intelligence-led insights, and performance improvement initiatives, contributing to keeping Kiwis safe at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

The appointing salary for this role is $215,206 - $278,502 based on experience and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like no mandatory employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance, and flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time.

About you | Mōu

You will bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience in performance, analytics, intelligence, or data-driven environments
• Proven experience leading enterprise performance reporting, business analysis, and strategic insight delivery in complex organisations
• Strong track record driving performance improvement and operational excellence across large, multi-faceted environments
• Demonstrated capability applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in policy, system, or service design
• Advanced stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including working with executive and governance stakeholders
• Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams through coaching, empowerment, and accountability
• Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving capability
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Wednesday 24th June 2026 1159pm.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email [email protected].