Summary
Keith Mcleod is an analytical consultant and contractor based in Wellington with over 30 years of experience leading statistical research, evaluation and policy analysis for major New Zealand public sector clients. He combines hands-on quantitative expertise from a Statistics BA (Hons) with senior roles across Stats NZ, Treasury and multiple ministries, now running his own consultancy while holding an Associate Principal role at Kōtātā Insight. Known for translating complex data into actionable insights, Keith has advised agencies including the Reserve Bank, Ministry of Education and Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission on evidence-informed decision making. His career blends technical rigour with programme leadership—managing analytic teams, government evaluations and large-scale research projects. Available for contract work, he brings both deep institutional knowledge of New Zealand’s policy landscape and a track record of delivering robust, peer-respected evaluation work. An experienced public-sector analyst who has moved fluidly between government, research and consultancy, he often bridges methodological innovation with practical policy impact.
8 years of coding experience
19 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Arts with Honours, Statistics, Bachelor of Arts with Honours, Statistics at University of Canterbury
English, Spanish