Senior Manager, Business Intelligence

Based in Performance Data and Insights at the City West campus

Full-time, continuing position

Salary Range: $132,705 - $141,974 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

The Senior Manager, Business Intelligence will lead a team of developers responsible for the design, development, and operation of the University’s business intelligence systems, overseeing small projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Reporting to the Director, Business Intelligence, you will contribute to the University’s Data and Analytics Strategy and lead relevant implementation initiatives, driving innovation in business intelligence and analytics by staying abreast of and leveraging the evolving capabilities of University platforms. You will also lead the design and development of analytic solutions that meet complex University information requirements, using Power BI and IBM Cognos Analytics on Oracle and Microsoft Fabric, in a dynamic environment characterised by diverse stakeholders, competing priorities, and challenging analytical questions.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description below to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

Performance Data and Insights (PDI) delivers Business Intelligence, Forecasting and Performance, and Information Governance services that enable evidence-based decision-making across the University. PDI helps the University manage its information and maximise its value through well-curated tools and datasets, self-service resources, staff portal requests, and embedded College Office partnerships.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams, with a strong focus on professional development and performance outcomes
• High-level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills appropriate for working with a wide range of stakeholders both within the University and externally
• Demonstrated experience supervising a team of developers working within a software development lifecycle, using tools such as Jira
• Proven experience in the administration, design and development of enterprise business intelligence and analytics systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and educate diverse audiences
• Extensive experience in communicating complex concepts
• Ability to work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders using a consultative and collaborative communication style to deliver business solutions
• Extensive experience in SQL and dimensional modelling concepts to support enterprise reporting and analytics
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Power BI or IBM Cognos Analytics, including building reports and dashboards, and designing semantic models that underpin reporting and enable effective self‑service analytics for end users

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload:

• your current CV
• a cover letter

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address

Submit your application by 11:30pm Sunday 31 May 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Kate Reynolds on kate.reynolds@adelaide.edu.au quoting reference number 493091.

Alex Koszegi, Team Lead Talent Acquisition
+61 8 8302 1700 | careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.