LIC is a farmer-owned co-operative that’s been supporting herd improvement in New Zealand’s dairy sector for more than 115 years. We’re focused on providing superior genetics, reliable testing and diagnostics, integrated on-farm software, and great customer service, all designed to help farmers make smarter decisions every day.

As a proud generational co-operative, we’re here for farmers, their families, and rural communities, not just for today, but for the future. And none of it happens without our people. Whether on farm, in the lab, or behind the scenes, every one of us plays a part in helping New Zealand farmers succeed.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Analyst to join our well established practice within the Enterprise Programme Management team. This position reports to one of our Business Analyst Leads, and you will be part of a high performing BA chapter that collaborates with the business on all technology and enterprise initiatives.
Your primary focus will be supporting an agile delivery team in the platform engineering space, aiding the success of our wider technology team. You will play a pivotal role in helping bridge the gap between the technical and non-technical

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of LIC products and systems.
• Adhere to LIC’s Software Development Life Cycle (SAFe, Agile, Kanban, Scrum).
• Elicit and validate requirements from stakeholders.
• Refine concepts and initiatives for high-level solution design.
• Define initiatives focusing on scope, value, and customer outcomes.
• Communicate requirements clearly to ensure team understanding.
• Validate designs with stakeholders and customers.
• Understand LIC system roadmaps and ensure alignment.
• Champion effective communication between the business and technology teams.

About You:

You are adaptable, thriving in various contexts and handling changing priorities with ease. Your curious mindset drives you to find creative solutions to problems and take on new challenges with confidence. Additionally, you possess:

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences.
• Capability to break down complex problems into actionable solutions.
• A background in technology (advantageous but not essential).
• Experience with Agile delivery teams.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to join a supportive team environment with a well-established practice. We are committed to delivering exceptional value for our customers. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and driven by innovation and excellence.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• Flexible Working: Split your time between working remotely and at our Hamilton office. 
• Great Work Environment: Enjoy free parking, free EV charging stations, a tennis court, pool, and onsite café at our Hamilton office.
• Valuable Benefits: Extra leave days and discounted health, life, income, and disability insurances.

The role provides the opportunity to join a progressive and forward-thinking organisation, at the cutting edge of agri-tech, where you'll play a role in driving the future of dairy in NZ.