Data Insights Analyst

• Full-time, 2 Year Fixed-Term position at HEW Level 7.
• Penrith Campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: $107,053 – $115,469 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Deliver trusted data insights and dashboards that inform strategic and operational decisions across the University.

The Opportunity
You will analyse complex datasets to deliver clear, accurate and well-designed insights that support evidence-based decision-making across the University. Working with a high level of autonomy, you will develop dashboards and analytical reports that align with data governance and quality standards.

You will extract, clean and transform data from multiple sources, applying agreed quality checks to ensure integrity and reliability. Your work will support both strategic and operational initiatives, with a strong focus on consistency, clarity and usability of reporting outputs.

You will work closely with senior analysts and a wide range of stakeholders to clarify requirements and translate complex information into meaningful insights. Through collaboration and advocacy, you will contribute to improving analytics processes and promoting data literacy across the organisation.

What Success Looks Like:

• High-quality dashboards and reports delivered in Power BI or equivalent tools.
• Accurate, well-governed datasets that meet agreed quality standards.
• Stakeholder requirements clearly understood and met through effective engagement.
• Consistent application of data definitions, documentation and visual standards.
• Active contribution to continuous improvement in analytics processes.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in data analytics, statistics or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years’ experience in data analysis, reporting or business intelligence roles.
• Demonstrated capability in Power BI or equivalent tools, with basic SQL knowledge.
• Experience working with large, complex datasets and relational databases.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate insights to non-technical audience

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Nilisha Mathias, Associate Director Data Insights via N.Mathias@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1271O
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 20th May 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. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

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 talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

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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