Business Analyst

• Full-time

Job Description

• Full-time, Ongoing position at HEW Level 7
• Parramatta South campus, with flexible working arrangements
• Salary: $104,953 – $113,204 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading. 

Support the delivery of strategic and transformation initiatives by analysing business needs and enabling effective planning and delivery of projects that align with the University’s strategic objectives.

The Opportunity

Play a pivotal role in shaping the University’s future by gathering and documenting business requirements, analysing current and target state processes, and supporting process improvement. You’ll facilitate workshops, prepare business cases, and contribute to the development of feasible, fit-for-purpose solutions. Your work will directly impact the success of major initiatives and continuous improvement across the University.

What Success Looks Like:

• Gather and document business requirements for current and target state processes, systems, structures, data, and reporting
• Identify benefits and performance indicators to support evidence-based decision-making
• Support process improvement and optimisation through feasibility assessments and use case development
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather input and validate requirements with stakeholders
• Prepare business cases, reports, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• Degree and/or extensive experience in business analysis and improvement in complex environments
• Demonstrated experience in requirements gathering, analysis, and management methodologies within large organisations
• Well-developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Proficiency in business and process analytical tools and methods
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and maintain attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Director, Strategy & Transformation via Cherrie Ashford [email protected] REF351D
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Thursday 5 March 2026
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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