People Analytics and Automation Specialist

Zurich Australia; North Sydney Council; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Hybrid working 3+2

AUD$500 wellbeing payment

AUD$295 starter e-voucher

Award-winning training programs

Global mobility opportunities

Green Star offices

Tree planting and community impact

Job summary

Zurich Australia is seeking a People Analytics and Automation Specialist to transform HR data, automate workflows and enable AI-enabled insights. You will work within the People Team, partnering with HR, Finance and business stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions and responsible governance.

The role focuses on building intelligent analytics capabilities, designing scalable automation, and delivering regulatory insights while maintaining strong privacy and security practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in analytics, BI reporting or technology delivery, ideally within HR.
• Advanced Power BI capabilities including dashboard development, data modelling and actionable insights.
• Experience with enterprise data platforms, data lakes and data warehouses.
• Hands-on with Microsoft Power Platform: Power Automate and Power Apps.
• Able to design and deploy scalable automation, AI or digital workflow solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and evolve Zurich's people analytics capability with reporting and workforce insights.
• Design and deliver automated workflows and digital solutions to improve efficiency and employee experiences.
• Develop AI-enabled solutions, including Copilot and agent-based capabilities, to extend People Team effectiveness.
• Partner with HR, Finance and business stakeholders to solve workforce challenges.
• Deliver regulatory reporting and people insights to support compliance and decision making.
• Champion privacy, security, governance and data quality in all solutions.

Skills

Power BI

DAX

Data modelling

Analytics

Automation

AI

Governance

Privacy

Security

Tools

Power Platform

Power Automate

Power Apps

Data Lakes

Data Warehouses

Job description

A new transformational adventure awaits you…

How does 5 weeks of annual leave, a fulfilling career you'll genuinely enjoy, and working for a reputable organization that promotes wellbeing and drives digital transformation sound to you?

As one of Forbes 2024 ‘World’s Best Employers’ and Fortune’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ for 2025, Zurich - a leader in the insurance industry, is on a journey towards a brighter future… A brighter future for you - focused on your career, your wellbeing, and your community - as well as our customers and the planet.

Join us on this thrilling journey as we work towards our vision of becoming Australia's leading digital insurer. If you're eager to be part of a values-driven global organisation that's experiencing real growth and transformation, and if you share our commitment to making a tangible difference and taking continuous steps towards a sustainable future for our people, customers, communities, and our planet, then keep reading!

Let's create a brighter future together, let's make a difference

It's important to know, what you do matters. At Zurich, we don't just cover, we care.

We're looking for a People Analytics and Automation Specialist to help shape the future of HR at Zurich. Sitting within our People Team and reporting to the Head of People Services, you'll combine analytics, automation, AI and emerging technology to transform how people services are delivered and how workforce decisions are made.

As Zurich continues its digital transformation, you'll have the opportunity to build intelligent solutions that improve employee experiences, automate workflows, unlock deeper workforce insights and extend team capability through AI. From developing Copilot-enabled experiences and agentic workflows to solving complex workforce challenges with data, you'll play a key role in defining what a modern, AI-enabled HR function looks like while ensuring solutions are delivered responsibly, securely and with strong governance.

• Build and evolve Zurich's people analytics capability through impactful reporting, insights and workforce intelligence
• Design and deliver automated workflows and digital solutions that improve efficiency and employee experiences
• Develop AI-enabled solutions, including Copilot and agent-based capabilities, that extend the effectiveness of the People Team
• Partner with HR, Finance and business stakeholders to solve workforce, organisational and people-related challenges
• Deliver regulatory reporting and people insights that support compliance and informed decision making
• Champion responsible innovation by embedding strong privacy, security, governance and data quality practices

Important to your success – let's grow together

You're someone who gets excited about the possibilities of data, automation and AI. You enjoy challenging traditional ways of working, translating complex problems into practical solutions and bringing stakeholders on the journey. You'll balance innovation with strong judgement and understand that successful technology adoption is built on trust, governance and measurable business outcomes.

In order to be successful, you will have the following:

• Strong experience in analytics, business intelligence, reporting or technology solution delivery, ideally within HR or a related business function
• Advanced Power BI capability, including dashboard development, data modelling, DAX and the delivery of actionable business insights
• Experience working with enterprise data platforms, including data lakes, data warehouses and complex data environments
• Hands-on experience building solutions with Microsoft Power Platform technologies, including Power Automate and Power Apps
• Demonstrated ability to design, build and deploy scalable automation, AI or digital workflow solutions that drive business value
• Strong understanding of data governance, privacy, security and risk management when working with sensitive information

Belong. Zurich is here to support you

There are so many reasons why Zurich is a great place to be and the right choice for you, but here are just a few.

• Enjoy 5 weeks of annual leave for permanent staff through our Z leave initiative, along with 15 days of personal/carer's leave as we empower our people to manage their own wellbeing. Plus, access to Family Care (parental leave).
• Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement – 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home per week for full-time employees.
• Access programs to stay healthy and feel healthier, receive an AUD$500 wellbeing payment per year, and a AUD$295 new starter e-voucher for your work-from-home setup (flex work - hybrid working), along with other great benefits through our Shine portal.
• Grow and thrive in your career with our award-winning training programs. We support and encourage your development because our strength lies in our people, and we value your individuality.
• Work with global, diverse, and inclusive teams; explore your passions, fuel innovation, drive equity, collaborate, and make a positive difference beyond your role.
• Take advantage of global mobility opportunities across more than 200 countries worldwide.
• Volunteer and work in our state-of-the‑art Green Star rated offices (when you are in the office) and dress for your day.
• We plant a tree for every new employee.
• Not to mention our various employer of choice awards/memberships – WGEA; Family Inclusive Workplace; Gold AWEI Employer, Pride in Diversity… to name a few.

We could go on, but the main point is that Zurich is a great place to be, where you can truly belong, be yourself, maintain work/life balance, and thrive in a supportive environment.

Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair and accessible for all candidates. If you require any special accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, we encourage you to please let us know at the time of your application.