Senior Business Analyst

Job Category: Banking and Financial Services
Through the merger of Bank Australia and Qudos Bank we’re creating a better, stronger and more resilient bank for our customers and employees. As one company with two trusted brands, we’re building on the strong foundations of our history and shared values as we bring together the best of both banks.
Following merger Day 1, the Bank has embarked on an ambitious post-merger integration program to set the conditions for future M&A growth as soon as possible. This rapid growth means the bank has also reached a scale and complexity that requires enhancements to its Control Environment in 2026.
We are looking for a strategically-minded and energetic Senior Business Analyst to support delivery of the organisation’s Strategic Project Portfolio while assisting with solving complex business problems, scoping the project work required to realise the Corporate Strategy, delivering assigned work with limited supervision and setting an example in the art of the possible.
The Senior Business Analyst is part of a team that converts business intent into reality. The Senior Business Analyst provides meaningful input into the design and development of high-profile and high-risk activities that progress the Corporate Strategy. Their insights are drawn from advisory and delivery experience as well as situations where they have been required to achieve desired outcomes individually or as part of a team.
The Senior Business Analyst knows their stakeholders and takes ownership of what needs to be done and does the work to get it done.
This role can be based in Melbourne (Collingwood) or Sydney (currently in Mascot with office relocation to the CBD in November 2026).
We offer:
We have big plans to become Australia’s most trusted bank and a leading purpose-driven business.
As a certified B Corp, we’re part of a global business community who meet the highest social and environmental standards, putting purpose over profit.
Every role and person in our bank is essential to bringing our values, purpose and aspiration to life.
We offer flexible working options, competitive salary and 14% super.
Our staff have access to a range of meaningful benefits to support their physical and mental wellbeing including 24/7 free counselling, free flu vaccinations and discounted gym memberships.
We also support staff with study assistance, paid parental leave (regardless of gender), volunteer, bereavement, gender affirmation and family violence leave;
and the opportunity forbonus annual leave.
We support our staff to grow their careers through learning and development and an organisational culture where we reward and recognise innovation and values, not long hours.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce that reflects the Australian community.
We care for a conservation reserve – where we work with key partner organisations to protect threatened species and involve staff in conservation.
What you will be doing
Provide business analysis support to strategic M&A, Regulatory, IT and business Transformation projects that are designed to realise the Bank’s Corporate Strategy.
Partner with senior leaders to support the governance of the Strategic Project Portfolio across the enterprise and support timely decision making.
Provide thought leadership and set the example for business and portfolio analysis.
Lead, or support as directed, multiple activities across the Bank’s Strategic Project Portfolio, applying the right level of management or coordination to empower business leaders to achieve timely outcomes with an appropriate level of governance oversight.
Bring the right minds together to identify risks, resolve issues, solve complex problems and scope the work required to deliver the Strategic Project Portfolio.
Translate business intent and outcomes into actionable requirements that inform the design of fit for purpose solutions. These may be founded in a business or technology setting.
Simplify complex topics to assist problem solving and communications across the enterprise.
Apply assigned frameworks and disciplines to assist the Bank deliver its Strategic Project Portfolio, protect its critical path timeline and realise business objectives.
Take ownership of what needs to be done, and do the work to get it done.
Oversee and/or deliver as instructed: Gap Analyses, Scoping Studies, Concept Papers, Business Cases;
Business/User/Testing Requirement Documents;
AS-IS and TO-BE processes and operating models;
Work Breakdown Structures and Options Papers and other artefacts in support of material business decisions.
What you will bring
Demonstrated success in delivering material outcomes within strategic transformation programs.
Proven ability to solve problems by leveraging the collective expertise of a cross functional panel of senior leaders and/or subject matter experts.
Proven ability to engage, advise, and influence senior leaders and dispersed teams across hybrid environments.
Commitment to Bank Australia’s purpose, aspiration, values and brand as well as the B Corp ethos.
Tertiary qualification in Business Analysis, Commerce, Finance, Technology or related field of study.
Strongaccumulated experience in a similar role or capacity.
Commitment to Bank Australia’s purpose, aspiration, values and brand as well as the B Corp ethos.
By submitting an application you agree to Bank Australia’s Privacy Policy for applicants and confirm that you are legally able to work in Australia. Bank Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to sustainable development. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities because we want to reflect the diversity of our communities. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Bank Australia reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date. Please note, the successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory background checks including but not limited to police and previous employment.
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