Senior Business Analyst, Regulatory

University of Sydney; Victoria; On-site; AUD 152,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Business Analyst, Regulatory to drive data‑driven solutions across regulatory programs and business improvement initiatives. You will partner with stakeholders to analyze complex requirements, optimise processes, and deliver practical outcomes in a dynamic environment.

The role reports to the Director, Strategy and Programs and involves independent work, cross‑functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement within the Office of General

Qualifications

• Experience leading business analysis for regulatory programs and improvement initiatives.
• Ability to engage stakeholders and elicit clear requirements.
• Strong process mapping and operating model design capabilities.
• Proven analytical skills to interpret data and recommend improvements.
• Demonstrated discretion with sensitive information and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead business analysis activities, including requirements gathering and documentation for regulatory programs and improvement initiatives.
• Analyse current business processes and systems, identify gaps, and develop practical solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Facilitate process mapping and operating model design, including current/future state analysis and continuous improvement recommendations.
• Engage with stakeholders and technical teams to elicit requirements, facilitate workshops, manage risks, and build relationships.
• Support validation, testing, QA, and adoption of standard business practices and measures.

Skills

Business analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Process mapping

Operating model design

Data-driven decision making

Human-centred design

Job description

• Full time fixed term role until July 2027

• Partner with key stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions across regulatory programs and business improvement initiatives

• Base salary $152,045 - $160,430 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides strategic legal advice, policy and compliance support, and regulatory expertise across the University of Sydney. Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the institution, the OGC helps navigate complex legal and regulatory environments, manage institutional risk and support the University’s strategic objectives.

Within the OGC, the Strategy and Programs team plays an important role in driving strategic initiatives, business improvement and operational effectiveness, supporting the delivery of efficient, contemporary and sustainable ways of working.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst, Regulatory to contribute to the delivery of regulatory programs and strategic business improvement initiatives. The role offers an opportunity to work across diverse projects, partnering with stakeholders to analyse complex business requirements, optimise processes and develop practical, data-driven solutions.

Reporting to the Director, Strategy and Programs, the successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy, exercising initiative and sound judgement to manage competing priorities, resolve complex issues and deliver outcomes in a dynamic and evolving environment.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Lead business analysis activities, including requirements gathering, documentation, and functional specification development for regulatory programs and business improvement initiatives
• analyse current business processes and systems, identify gaps and opportunities, and develop practical solutions to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness
• facilitate process mapping and operating model design, including current and future state analysis, process optimisation, and continuous improvement recommendations
• engage and collaborate with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and technical teams to elicit requirements, facilitate workshops, manage risks, and build strong working relationships
• support the delivery of quality outcomes through requirements validation, testing coordination, quality assurance activities, and the implementation of standard business practices and measures
• contribute to operational readiness by developing and maintaining process documentation, training materials, user guidance, and supporting change management activities
• demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and the adoption of new methodologies, practices, and process improvement approaches.

About you

• A proactive and innovative professional who embraces continuous improvement and actively contributes new ideas and solutions
• experience supporting technology, digital, and automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency, business outcomes, and data-driven decision-making
• demonstrated ability to apply human-centred design principles to enhance the accessibility, usability, and effectiveness of systems, processes, and services
• strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify insights, and recommend evidence-based improvements
• high levels of integrity, professionalism, sound judgement, and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• collaborative team player who builds positive working relationships, contributes to organisational initiatives, and champions organisational values and objectives
• adaptable and flexible, with the ability to support strategic initiatives, contribute to cross-functional projects, and undertake additional responsibilities as required.

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Pre-employment checks and declarations _ **** _

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in satisfactory terms to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Applications Close

Monday 16 November 2026 11:59 PM