Business Intelligence Analyst

• Full time, fixed term until 30/11/2026
• Power the Future of AI at Sydney: Become Our Next Business Intelligence Analyst
• Base Salary $103,185 - $111, % superannuation

About the opportunity

Are you a strategic thinker with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for solving complex problems with emerging technologies?

The University of Sydney's Automation & Innovation Hub (AI Hub) is seeking a dynamic and detail-driven Business Analyst - AI Solutions to play a key role in shaping digital transformation initiatives across the University. As a member of this cutting-edge team, you'll work with software engineers, AI developers, and a wide range of stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions that enhance the University experience for students, researchers, and staff.

At the AI Hub, we're building more than just automation-we're building a culture of innovation. Here's what you'll gain:

• join a forward-thinking, high-impact team driving digital transformation across the University
• work closely with experts in AI, automation, and data science
• be part of a supportive, collaborative, and hybrid-friendly work environment
• access to professional development opportunities and mentorship
• make a real difference by improving the day-to-day experiences of students and staff through smart technology
• competitive salary and access to various career acceleration programs
• fun and collaborative work culture with social programs.

As Business Intelligence Analyst, you'll be at the intersection of strategy, data, and technology.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• collaborate with stakeholders to define, analyse, and prioritise business requirements
• run engaging workshops to uncover needs, co-design solutions, and identify risks
• support agile delivery by managing product backlogs, writing user stories, and mapping business processes
• translatre technical concepts into business-friendly language for stakeholders
• use tools like Power BI to design intuitive dashboards and reports for internal and external use
• collaborate on projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies including Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Robotic Process Automation, and cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and AWS
• contribute to project roadmaps and change management activities to ensure smooth rollouts
• become a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the team and across the University.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Economics, Statistics, or a combination of experience in a relevant field
• ability to communicate effectively, workshop facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• demonstrated experience in business analysis, preferably in agile environments
• strong problem-solving abilities and confidence with data analysis
• proficiency in tools like Power BI and experience in designing insightful dashboards
• the ability to document user stories and translate requirements into technical deliverables.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

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

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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