Strategy and Planning Analyst - Student Load
Strategy and Planning Analyst - Student Load
- $103,811 to $113,557
- Ongoing, full-time
- Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
Reference number: 26048a
Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
Remuneration: $122,852 to $134,385 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $103,811 to $113,557 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Strategy and Planning Analyst - Student Load to join , Chancellery Division.
As a Strategy and Planning Analyst - Student Load in Strategic Planning and Performance, you will be part of a small team dedicated to student load planning. The team is responsible for developing and integrating systems, tools, and processes to support student profile and load planning that best suits strategy. Working closely with team members and stakeholders across the university, this role plays a key part in developing and applying study load modelling and scenario planning to inform strategic decision making. This role will support the development of robust, data-driven insights and contribute to capability building in business intelligence, forecasting and planning across the university. The Strategy and Planning Analyst - Student Load position will undertake a range of activities including supporting business case development, student load planning and costing. This may include leveraging off available data on student load scenarios and forecasts along with business costing data sets.
We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
The Strategic Planning and Performance Department is a key enabling function within the Strategy and Investment Portfolio. It is responsible for leading institution-wide planning, performance analysis, and strategic investment processes that underpin the university’s academic and financial sustainability.
The department provides high-level advice and analytics to support executive decision-making, student load planning, and business cases for academic program development. Working collaboratively with teams across the university, the department promotes a culture of data-informed planning, continuous improvement, and strategic agility.
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to the completion of a degree in conjunction with subsequent relevant experience.
- Proven experience in the use of enterprise wide financial and non-financial information for decision making in large complex organisations.
- High level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate and connect with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders in a confidential manner.
- High level digital literacy skills in various software applications such spreadsheet, database and visualisation packages for strategic planning and resourcing purposes. Example applications include (Anaplan, Hyperion and Power BI)
- Demonstrated high level time management and analytical skills with the ability to maintain and set priorities, and to communicate accurately on financial and project data in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
Explore more benefits of life at QUT.
Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.
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Job opens: 21-Apr-2026
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