Senior Data Insights Analyst - Data & Business Intelligence

• Full time, 2-year fixed term contract position at HEW Level 8.
• Penrith campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary:$118,969 – $132,069 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Deliver trusted analytics and insights that shape strategic and operational decisions across the University.

The Opportunity
 

You will independently deliver high-quality, timely and actionable analytics that support strategic and operational decision-making across the University. Working as a subject matter expert in data preparation, visualisation, analysis and storytelling, you will partner closely with faculties, schools, College, third-party providers and divisions to understand needs and translate them into fit-for-purpose insights.

You will design and deliver advanced analytics and visualisations, primarily using Power BI, ensuring outputs are accurate, accessible and aligned to agreed standards. Your work will support executive-level reporting, KPI monitoring and external reporting obligations, while applying rigorous data modelling, validation, governance and quality assurance practices.

You will also play a mentoring role within the analytics team, promoting best practice in analysis, dashboard design and self-service enablement. Through clear documentation and effective communication, you will help ensure insights are trusted, repeatable and widely adopted.

What Success Looks Like:

• High-quality analytics and dashboards are delivered on time and meet stakeholder needs.
• Executive and external reports are accurate, consistent and aligned to governance standards.
• Data models, definitions and methodologies are well documented and reusable.
• Stakeholders understand and use insights to inform planning and performance decisions.
• Analysts are supported and mentored to lift capability and quality of outputs.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience in data analytics, statistics, business intelligence or a related discipline.
• 5 to 7 years’ experience in analytics, reporting or BI roles with demonstrated stakeholder engagement.
• Strong proficiency in Power BI or equivalent platforms, including data modelling and DAX.
• Experience with data preparation or ETL tools, with a focus on accuracy and validation.
• Ability to communicate complex analytical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

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 N.Mathias@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1270G. 
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Thursday 28th 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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