APS5 Associate Business Analyst - data science platforms

Talent; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent is seeking an APS5 Associate Business Analyst to support delivery of data science, AI and governance initiatives for a Federal Government agency in Australia. The role involves gathering requirements, facilitating workshops and coordinating with AI/data science teams, with hybrid in-office work in Richmond or Geelong.

Experience in business analysis, agile practices and strong documentation and stakeholder engagement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Gather and document business requirements and user stories.
• Prepare governance materials and briefing papers.
• Facilitate workshops with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Assist Agile delivery activities and sprint ceremonies.
• Coordinate delivery activities and senior stakeholder communications.

Responsibilities

• Engage with business stakeholders to gather, analyse and document functional and non-functional requirements.
• Translate business needs into user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Support the definition of problems, outcomes, dependencies and success measures.
• Assist with Agile delivery activities including sprint planning and stand-ups.
• Maintain project documentation: risks, issues, decisions, actions and status reports.
• Prepare business cases, impact assessments and governance submissions.
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops and coordinate cross-team engagement.
• Support planning, prioritisation and progress reporting for AI/data science initiatives.
• Provide administrative support to senior delivery stakeholders.

Skills

Business analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Agile delivery

Documentation

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business/IT/PM

Job description

Our client is a Federal Government agency seeking an APS5 Associate Business Analyst to support the delivery of innovative data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence initiatives. This role combines business analysis, stakeholder engagement and project delivery support, helping translate business needs into practical solutions while supporting governance and delivery activities.

• Richmond or Geelong location, hybrid flexibility, minimum 3 days per week in office
• Fed Gov role - must be Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain security clearance

The role

Working within a multidisciplinary AI and Data Science team, the Associate Business Analyst will support the discovery, planning and delivery of technology initiatives, from early-stage concepts through to pilots and implementation. The role involves gathering and documenting business requirements, facilitating workshops, supporting Agile delivery activities and preparing governance documentation. You will also provide coordination and administrative support to senior delivery stakeholders, helping ensure projects progress effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with business stakeholders to gather, analyse and document functional and non-functional requirements.
• Translate business needs into user stories, acceptance criteria, process maps and other delivery artefacts.
• Support the definition of business problems, desired outcomes, dependencies and measures of success.
• Assist with Agile delivery activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, showcases and retrospectives.
• Maintain project documentation, including risks, issues, decisions, actions and status reports.
• Prepare business cases, impact assessments, governance submissions and executive briefing materials.
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops and coordinate engagement across business and technical teams.
• Support delivery planning, prioritisation and progress reporting across AI and data science initiatives.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to senior stakeholders, including meeting preparation, scheduling, correspondence and action tracking.

About you

• Previous experience in a Business Analyst, Junior BA, or similar role within a complex delivery environment
• Demonstrated experience gathering and documenting business requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria and process maps
• Experience facilitating workshops and engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Understanding of Agile delivery methodologies, sprint ceremonies and backlog management
• Strong documentation skills, including preparing business cases, briefing papers, governance submissions or impact assessments
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, track actions and support project delivery activities
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, IT, Project Management or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Exposure to data science, AI, machine learning or technology-driven projects will be highly regarded

Please note that due to our client being a federal government agency, only candidates with Australian citizenship, and who are eligible to obtain a security clearance can be considered for this role.