▷ Urgent Search: Senior Business Data Analyst

3 weeks ago


Council of the City of Sydney, Australia ROBERT WALTERS AUSTRALIA Full time

Our Sydney CBD based NSW Government department is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Business Data Analyst for a strategic role based. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives that shape public service delivery and policy development across the various business units and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Leading complex data analysis and reporting projects across business units
- Interpreting and communicating analytical findings to senior stakeholders
- Applying critical thinking and problem-solving to inform strategic planning
- Supporting the development of business cases and performance frameworks
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve data quality and governance

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

- Data Analysis – Advanced capability in extracting, interpreting, and visualising complex datasets
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making – Ability to evaluate options and recommend solutions based on evidence
- Conceptual Thinking – Skilled in identifying patterns and framing strategic insights
- Negotiation & Influencing – Proven ability to engage stakeholders and drive consensus
- Attention to Detail – High level of accuracy in data handling and reporting
- Planning & Organisation – Strong project management and prioritisation skills
- Strategic Communication – Ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences
- Customer Service Orientation – Commitment to understanding and meeting stakeholder needs
- Technical & ICT Proficiency – Experience with tools such as SQL, Power BI, Excel, and other analytics platforms
- Business Acumen – Understanding of government operations and policy environments

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Phillip Yee on +61 2 8289 3143 for a confidential discussion.

About the job

- Contract Type: Temporary
- Specialism: Government
- Focus: ICT and Digital Solutions
- Workplace Type: Hybrid
- Experience Level: Mid Management
- Location: Sydney CBD
- Industry: IT
- Salary: AUD700 - AUD900 per day + Superannuation

Job Reference: UREDBY-CD14E318

Date posted: 17 September 2025

Consultant: Phillip Yee

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