Senior Business Analyst

Adelaide University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

Adelaide University is transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. The Senior Business Analyst will lead discovery, analysis and definition of business requirements across data, reporting and analytics initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to identify opportunities and shape fit-for-purpose solutions.

Based in Adelaide CBD, this fixed-term full-time 24-month role sits in the Performance, Data and Insights - Business Intelligence team and offers a competitive salary

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading business analysis across large, complex initiatives.
• Extensive stakeholder engagement, workshops, and senior leader influence.
• Proven skill in eliciting, analyzing and validating requirements.
• Experience creating artefacts: business cases, process models, docs, user stories.
• Experience supporting testing, readiness and implementation to achieve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead discovery, analysis and definition of business requirements across data, reporting and analytics initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities and shape fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Provide expert business analysis leadership to support informed decisions.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Workshop facilitation

Business analysis leadership

Requirements elicitation

Requirements documentation

User stories & artefacts

Job description

Senior Business Analyst

Job no: 493455

Work type: Fixed term - Full-time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Education & Training, HEO8

• Based in the Performance, Data and Insights - Business Intelligence team
• Full-time 24 month fixed term contract based at the City West campus
• Salary Range: $116,320 - $130,498 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions - because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it's a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia's future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

Lead the discovery, analysis and definition of business requirements across complex data, reporting and analytics initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to identify opportunities, shape fit-for-purpose solutions and provide expert business analysis leadership that supports informed decision-making, aligns with the University's strategic objectives, and delivers measurable value across the institution.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description above to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

This role forms part of Business Intelligence team within the Performance, Data and Insights Function and is aligned to the Corporate Portfolio within the University.

Visit the AU website to learn more about the Corporate Portfolio.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience leading business analysis activities across large, complex, and/or enterprise-wide initiatives, preferably within data, reporting, analytics, digital, or business transformation environments
• Extensive experience leading stakeholder engagement, facilitating workshops, and influencing outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups, including senior leaders and subject matter experts
• Proven experience eliciting, analysing, prioritising, and validating complex business, process, data, and reporting requirements, translating them into actionable delivery outcomes
• Experience leading the development of business analysis artefacts, including business cases, process models, requirements documentation, user stories, and solution recommendations
• Experience supporting or leading solution evaluation, business readiness, testing, and implementation activities to ensure business outcomes are achieved
• Strong understanding of data, reporting, analytics, and information management principles, with experience working alongside technical delivery teams
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities, manage ambiguity, and drive outcomes within complex organisational environments

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493455)

Alexandra Koszegi
Team Lead, Talent Acquisition

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