Lead Data Business Analyst

Specsavers Support Office; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus scheme

Two free pairs of glasses

On-site parking with EV charging

Paid parental leave

Fully funded social club

Job summary

Specsavers is seeking an experienced Data Business Analysis leader to drive regional analytics initiatives in ANZ. The role blends 20–30% people leadership with 70–80% hands-on data analysis, guiding teams and shaping standards.

You’ll partner with business leaders, technology teams and global stakeholders to translate needs into actionable data products, supporting strategic initiatives and data‑led decision making.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience as a Senior or Lead Business Analyst within Data, Analytics or Technology environments.
• Proven people leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring and capability development of Business Analysts.
• A strong track record delivering analysis across large, complex programs and projects.
• Experience establishing and improving Data Business Analysis practices, frameworks and standards.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including engagement with senior leaders.
• Experience working across Agile, Product and Project delivery environments.
• Strong data domain knowledge and experience working on data‑centric projects and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of Data Business Analysts.
• Establishing and improving data business analysis standards, methods, templates and tools.
• Driving quality and consistency across analysis practices.
• Facilitating complex workshops and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Eliciting, analysing and documenting business, functional and data requirements.
• Translating business needs into actionable requirements, user stories and solutions.
• Supporting the successful delivery of data products and strategic initiatives.
• Partnering with business leaders, technology teams and global stakeholders to drive data‑led decision making.

Skills

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

People leadership

Tools

DS/BI tools

Job description

At Specsavers, we know that to reach your full potential you need to work somewhere that will bringout your best. We pride ourselves on offering a workplace with a supportive, driven, flexible and inclusive culture.

Proud to be recognised as Australia’s #1 Best Place to Work for 2026 ranked 12th on Fortune’s list of the World’s 25 Best Workplaces. Here’s a taste of just some of our perks:

• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Two free pairs of glasses each year
• On-site free parking including dedicated EV charging bays
• Birthday, Volunteer, Professional Development and Paid Parental Leave
• Fully funded social club – provides a wide range of activities throughout the year

So, if you like the sound of working for a company that’s dedicated to improving the lives of both their people and customers - we think you’d look good at Specsavers.

The role

Reporting to the Head of Data ANZ, you’ll lead the regional Data Business Analysis function while remaining actively involved in analysis activities across key strategic initiatives. The role combines approximately 20-30% team leadership with 70-80% hands‑on data business analysis.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of Data Business Analysts.
• Establishing and improving data business analysis standards, methods, templates and tools.
• Driving quality and consistency across analysis practices.
• Facilitating complex workshops and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Eliciting, analysing and documenting business, functional and data requirements.
• Translating business needs into actionable requirements, user stories and solutions.
• Supporting the successful delivery of data products and strategic initiatives.
• Partnering with business leaders, technology teams and global stakeholders to drive data‑led decision making.

About you

You’ll be an experienced Business Analysis leader with a strong background delivering data and analytics initiatives in complex environments. We’re looking for someone with:

• 10+ years’ experience as a Senior or Lead Business Analyst within Data, Analytics or Technology environments.
• Proven people leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring and capability development of Business Analysts.
• A strong track record delivering analysis across large, complex programs and projects.
• Experience establishing and improving Data Business Analysis practices, frameworks and standards.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including engagement with senior leaders.
• Experience working across Agile, Product and Project delivery environments.
• Strong data domain knowledge and experience working on data‑centric projects and platforms.

About Us

At Specsavers we believe a diverse, inclusive and flexible culture enables our people to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. When it comes to flexibility, we understand that one size doesn’t fit all. Our flexible working at Specsavers enables us to work in ways that support our lifestyle to help us balance our career with the other important things in life.

Creating a great place to work for our people is pinnacle to us and along with our Behaviours is at the core of everything we do, ensuring our people feel good, cared for and smart. We like to think it’s a fun and positive place to work – why not have a look for yourself https://join.specsavers.com/au/. Applicants for the role are required to have current working rights as per, relevant government legislation.

At Specsavers, you’re not just joining a team, you’re becoming part of a movement that’s making expert care accessible to communities across Australia and New Zealand.

With a growing network of more than 400 stores, we’re proud to be a company that’s driven by purpose. Whether you're just starting out, building your career, or dreaming of running your own business, we’ll help you see your potential more clearly every step of the way.

We believe in making a real difference – for our customers and our people. So, if you're looking for a place where passion meets purpose, and where your growth is part of our vision, Specsavers is the place to be.

At Specsavers, you’re not just joining a team, you’re becoming part of a movement that’s making expert care accessible to communities across Australia and New Zealand.

With a growing network of more than 400 stores, we’re proud to be a company that’s driven by purpose. Whether you're just starting out, building your career, or dreaming of running your own business, we’ll help you see your potential more clearly every step of the way.

We believe in making a real difference – for our customers and our people. So, if you're looking for a place where passion meets purpose, and where your growth is part of our vision, Specsavers is the place to be.

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