Senior IT Business Analyst (with Data Analysis skills) at Westpac Group

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Business Analysis, Data Analysis, SQL, Data Mapping, Data Profiling, Systems Integration, API, Data Migration, Process Analysis, Waterfall, Agile, Functional Specification Writing, Technical Specification Writing, Data Modeling, ETL, Data Visualization

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Create your best future and join Westpac as a Senior IT Business Analyst (with Data Analysis Skills). What’s the role? We are seeking an individual with a distinctive personality - someone who brings enthusiasm, vitality, and a positive attitude to the team. The ideal candidate is eager to go above and beyond expectations, contributing proactively with new ideas and sharing knowledge within the GCM Team and BA Community of Practices (BACoP) without needing encouragement. We value those who do more than just fulfil the basic requirements and can invigorate our team with their energy. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work independently, quickly assimilate new and complex concepts, and contribute effectively within a dynamic team setting. This position demands strong collaboration skills, especially when facilitating detailed discussions involving data and technical matters. Additionally, the candidate should exhibit proficiency in producing high-quality documentation and communications, with meticulous attention to detail and a strong interest in data and sophisticated technical solutions. Your key responsibilities include: * Representing the team as a GCM Functional and Data SME and continuously building knowledge around all GCM application components. * Working with Business and Technical Stakeholders to understand the current and to-be Technology and Data landscape and undertake functional / technical gap analysis, data analysis, identifying opportunities to improve the Business / System Processes, Technology and Business Landscape. * Working with Business and Technical Stakeholders to execute functional / technical analysis to elicit, define, analyse, document, communicate, validate, trace, and manage Data and Technology service functional and non functional requirements and data / business rules through the Project Delivery lifecycle. * Facilitating Functional, Data and Solution Definition workshops. * Analysing complex Data patterns emanating from various Technology sources and applications. * Defining and documenting Data rules and requirements through elicitation from GCM Team members and business/Project stakeholders. * Gathering, analysing, manipulating, merging, translating, and defining Data from source to destination systems, and documenting such Data flows in a suitable format for developers, testers, Projects, and business stakeholders to consume, review and approve. * A major focus on Data mapping and Data definition from consumer system, middleware, to source system components (GCM application components), as well as Systems Integration Projects. * Ensuring the agreed and documented requirements and design are correctly defined and aligned to support the business requirements, business problem and business need. * Reviewing and providing feedback on technical documentation, such as solution designs, technical specifications, test cases and scripts, implementation plans etc. * Supporting testing and implementation activities to ensure the successful delivery of the overall business and Technology solutions. * Providing recommendations for data re-design, process re-design, system improvements and usage. * Participate in all Agile Team Ceremonies as and when required, such as Stand-Ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, and Backlog Grooming Sessions. * Adherence to Group and internal Team governance, methodologies, frameworks, and processes to manage and mitigate risk. We envisage this role to be part of our long-term core Team, hence we are interested in individuals who would like a longer-term role in our Team (minimum 24 months’), to build their knowledge around GCM, and who would be willing to invest their time in doing so. We would also like the individual to be able and willing to participate in the ongoing Transformation and Engagement Improvement Initiatives in our domain as we build the Lines of Business capability within the Team. What do I need? Essential: * At least 5 years of experience in IT Business Analysis. * Demonstrated experience in Data Analysis (e.g. SQL proficiency, Data Mapping, Data Profiling) within an IT Business Analysis capacity. * Demonstrable experience in complex Systems Integration Projects, preferably API experience, AND experience in Data Migration projects. * Tertiary qualifications in Business / Information Technology or equivalent experience. * Knowledge and practical experience in Business Analysis, Data Analysis, and Project Management (Desirable) disciplines, processes, best practices, tools, and techniques. * Process analysis, mapping, and re-engineering experience. * Waterfall principles and best practices and how to write robust functional and non functional specifications. * Agile principles and best practices and how to write robust and complete user stories and acceptance criteria. * Senior-level experience in Functional, Data, Technology Service Specification Writing – no / minimal supervision required. * Practical Experience in delivering end-to-end Agile and Waterfall Projects, including exposure to all related delivery processes, principles, best practices, tools, and techniques. * A strong understanding of, and experience in, Technology and Business Systems strategically and operationally. * At least 2 to 3 years Financial Services Experience. Desirable: * Demonstrable Data Analytics Knowledge and Practical Experience such as – Data Analysis, Data Profiling, Data Mapping, Data Modelling, Reporting / Data Visualisation, Transforming Complex Data Sets into Clear Business Solutions and Outcomes, Translating Technical Data into valuable insights to help drive Business/Technical decisions to Enable Business Improvement. Hands-on experience with SQL, ETL processes, data mining, data extraction, data collation, data transformation, data migration. * A strong understanding of, and experience in, Westpac Methodologies and Processes: Waterfall (SELC) & Agile (AEF) delivery methods, (GDPF) processes. * Having prior experience or familiarity with Westpac Technology, applications, and methodologies or processes will be highly regarded. Why join us? We’re obsessed with becoming our customers' #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return, we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that: * Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates! * Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. * Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. * Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives. Create your future today To get started, simply click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community. 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Responsibilities

The role involves acting as a functional and data subject matter expert to analyze complex data patterns and define requirements across the project delivery lifecycle. You will collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate workshops, document data flows, and ensure technical solutions align with business needs.