Senior Data Systems Analyst

Senior Data Systems Analyst

Your new company

This organisation is committed to leveraging data as a strategic asset. It operates with a strong focus on optimising data systems, ensuring that information flows seamlessly across the business to support operational excellence and long‑term strategic goals. You’ll be joining a team that values analytical thinking, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all technology and business functions.

Your new role

As a Data Systems Analyst, you will act as the critical link between business requirements and technical data solutions. Your work ensures that data systems, processes, and integrations are aligned with organisational needs and deliver meaningful outcomes.
You will serve as a subject-matter expert on data flows, system integrations, analytics platforms, and the broader data ecosystem. Your insights will guide technology deliverables, ensuring they are fit for purpose and aligned with stakeholder expectations.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Analysing business processes and identifying improvement opportunities
  • Managing and documenting detailed business and technical requirements
  • Leading and executing testing activities and developing test strategies
  • Assessing risks related to data and business systems and developing mitigation plans
  • Creating dashboards, reports, and data visualisations to support decision‑making
  • Supporting senior analysts with business models and process diagrams
  • Leading business process optimisation initiatives
  • Supporting change management, communication, and training activities
  • Managing configuration, version control, and release processes
  • Ensuring data quality, security, and regulatory compliance
  • Conducting data analysis and developing analysis plans
  • Implementing data and information security measures
  • Evaluating IT solution feasibility across technical, financial, and organisational constraints
  • Developing metrics to measure process and system performance
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations
  • Supporting program management, quality assurance, and service evaluation
  • Building strong stakeholder relationships and aligning IT solutions with business needs
  • Collaborating with architects to ensure alignment with architectural standards
  • Providing technical support, troubleshooting, and user assistance
  • Leading test case design, execution, and defect management
  • Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

What you'll need to succeed

Qualifications
  • Tertiary qualifications in IT, Business, or a related field (Mandatory)
  • Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) (Highly regarded)
Experience
  • 6+ years in a data‑related role with a strong analytical focus
  • Proficiency in data analysis, data management, or database systems
  • Experience in insurance or financial services (Highly desired)
  • Background in fast‑paced, cross‑functional environments (Preferred)
Technical & Professional Capabilities
  • Expertise in managing complex requirements throughout their lifecycle
  • Advanced data analysis, statistical modelling, and predictive analytics skills
  • Strong data modelling capabilities
  • Experience with BI tools for dashboards and reporting
  • Ability to perform data mining and advanced analytics
  • Deep understanding of business process analysis and optimisation
  • Strong system analysis and design knowledge
  • Ability to produce detailed technical documentation
  • Excellent communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences
  • Advanced testing strategy development and QA oversight
  • Strong understanding of data security and regulatory compliance
  • Experience managing vendors and third‑party solutions
  • Mastery of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Insurance
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Data & Advanced Analytics
Ref:
2977777

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Philip Beacom, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

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