Senior Data Analytics Lead — Risk & Integrity Insights

Chandler Macleod; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASAP start

12-month assignment

Location: Canberra/ACT area

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join a Federal Government agency. This role focuses on advanced data analysis, reporting, and evidence-based insights to support strategic decision-making and program delivery.

You will work with large datasets, develop dashboards, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and mentor junior team members while translating complex data into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in data analytics and data interpretation.
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with large datasets.
• Experience using analytics and reporting tools, notably SAS EG and/or SAS Viya.
• Strong problem-solving and evidence-based decision making.
• Excellent communication to explain data insights to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to build stakeholder relationships across teams.
• Experience with Python and/or R programming languages.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and machine learning techniques.
• Experience in fraud analytics, risk analytics, or integrity environments.
• Experience working in large government or regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex data analysis, reporting, and investigative activities to support business objectives.
• Manage day-to-day analytical tasks, including regular reporting, project work, and ad hoc requests.
• Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and insights.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Contribute to reporting governance, quality assurance, and data integrity processes.
• Interpret analytical findings and provide evidence-based recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams across the agency to ensure consistent data usage, reporting, and messaging.
• Present analytical outcomes and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support stakeholder engagement and build internal/external relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior analysts, promoting best practices in data analysis and reporting.
• Support project delivery and contribute to strategic initiatives within risk and integrity functions.

Skills

SQL

SAS EG

SAS Viya

Python

R

Machine learning

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

SQL Server

Power BI

Job description

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join a Federal Government agency. This role focuses on advanced data analysis, reporting, and evidence-based insights to support strategic decision-making and program delivery.

You will work with large datasets, develop dashboards, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and mentor junior team members while translating complex data into actionable recommendations.