Senior Business Analyst
- Global and Engagement | UniSC Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay
- Level 9, $134,332 - $140,696 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
- Full-time, 2 year fixed-term appointment
The Opportunity
This is a chance to lead meaningful change across UniSC. As our Senior Business Analyst, you'll bring people together to untangle complex systems and uncover opportunities for smarter, simpler ways of working. You’ll play a lead role in shaping our approach to third-party partnerships, using insight, analysis and collaboration to guide decision-making and unlock efficiencies. From mapping out future-state processes to embedding change that sticks, you’ll help translate big ideas into real-world improvements. With a strong track record in project delivery, you’ll provide trusted advice, clear communication, and practical solutions that make a lasting difference for our staff, students and community.
You will
- lead strategic business analysis with a focus on third-party partnerships, simplifying complex processes, aligning systems, and delivering practical improvements across UniSC;
- create clear, fit-for-purpose project artefacts, that support smart decisions and keep things moving; and
- provide expert support to the Global and Engagement team, responding to complex requests with clarity and insight to help drive strong outcomes and reputation.
About you
Our ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for improvement and a collaborative approach to getting things done. You bring clarity to complex challenges, build strong relationships across all levels, and translate business needs into practical, future-focused solutions. With a strong grasp of process, data, and stakeholder priorities, you're confident leading change, influencing outcomes, and delivering work that makes a measurable difference. You're comfortable navigating ambiguity, driven by purpose, and ready to contribute to projects that shape the way UniSC works and grows.
You will possess:
- Strong analytical skills and experience working with complex systems, ideally with insight into student and academic systems and third-party education arrangements.
- A solid background in planning, developing and implementing projects, with an understanding of what works in a university setting.
- Sharp business acumen and a practical approach to assessing impacts, managing risks and improving the way things are done.
- The ability to juggle competing priorities while building great working relationships across teams and organisations.
- Excellent communication skills, you’re able to translate ideas clearly, bring others on board, and connect meaningfully with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Familiarity with the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021, especially in the context of delivery with other parties, will be highly regarded.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position description: 
493470_position description.pdf
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 17 August 2025
Your completed application must include:
- a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Alex Elibank Murray
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global and Engagement)
Email: pvcge-office@usc.edu.au
We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.
We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.
Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.
We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.
Our Culture & Benefits:
- Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
- Modern teaching & research facilities.
- Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
- We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
- Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
- Salary packing options + 17% Super.
- EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
