Business Development Analyst at New Zealand Trade And Enterprise Canada

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

123000.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Market Insights, Analytics, Competitor Analysis, Project Support, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Gen AI LLMs, International Trade, GTM Strategies, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Communication, Collaboration, Curiosity, Continuous Improvement

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

We are looking for a commercially savvy Business Development Analyst to work with our talented team of Business Development Managers, guiding New Zealand exporters entering and expanding in the United States. This role is based in San Francisco. Who we are: New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is New Zealand's international business development agency. We are a hands-on, collaborative and commercial team, working with some of New Zealand's most forward-thinking and innovative companies. What you will be doing: We help New Zealand companies maximize their market entry success by identifying their US ICP, potential in-market partners and growth opportunities. To do this we are looking for a high energy and collaborative team member to join our San Francisco team as a Business Development Analyst. This role provides amazing exposure to a diverse range of sectors; the focus will be on Technology, Services and Healthcare but may also include Manufacturing and Food & Beverage. You’ll work closely with our Business Growth Advisors to meet business’ needs to understand how to best position their product to ensure a successful US go-to-market plan. This is a varied role and cover a range of tasks: • Market insights gathering and analytics • Competitor analysis • Partner/distributor search • Project support You will use your analysis and reporting skills to provide valuable insights which enable our customers to make better business decisions. You’ll be proactive, curious and it’s second nature to you to seek out quality information that adds value. What you will need to be successful: You’ll be professional, have strong attention to detail and be quick to pick up new concepts and ideas – comfortable working across multiple projects and teams at once, with exceptional time management skills. You’ll be technically savvy with skills in Microsoft Excel, Copilot and other Gen AI LLMs and PowerPoint, Power BI experience would advantageous but not a must. You’ll possess a deep interest in international trade, GTM strategies and be excited by innovation. You'll have a continuous improvement mindset and a drive for results, comfortable communicating with a wide range of stakeholders in North America and in New Zealand. You'll be inquisitive, actively sourcing information to expand your market knowledge. You'll love knowing that your support to the others in the team has helped them develop a deeper more strategic engagement with their customers. Why you’ll love working here: NZTE offers a flexible, fun, and stimulating environment with a unique opportunity to develop and access world-class business networks and work with a talented, diverse, international organization. We’re a diverse organization that deeply cares for our team and support them with flexible working options, development opportunities and wrap around support so that you can bring your whole self to work. This is a role where you will be encouraged to grow and develop. If this sounds like you and you want to be part of an organization with a mission to transplant kiwi ingenuity into the US, apply now. An indicative total compensation range for this role is between USD $111,000 - $123, 000 per year – please note this is a total package and is inclusive of a metallic platinum medical insurance plan with dental and vision coverage. NZTE currently operates in a hybrid working environment, with time required in the San Francisco office as well as flexible work-from-home options. This role may require some domestic travel. What’s next: Please check out the Position Description here and apply with a current CV. Please include a cover letter describing why you think you are suited to this role. This vacancy closes 8pm PST Sunday 18th January 2026. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment visa sponsorship is not available. If you have any issues uploading your CV and cover letter, please send directly to: tas@nzte.govt.nz 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. \n \n

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Responsibilities

The Business Development Analyst will assist New Zealand exporters in entering and expanding in the US market by providing market insights and analytics. This includes competitor analysis, partner searches, and project support to ensure successful go-to-market strategies.