Lead Systems Analyst

Description:

• Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways?
• Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters?
• Do you want to make an impact in our professional IT team and drive the design and development of systems that underpin the Consumer Data Right ecosystem?

Then this is the place for you! At the ACCC, we’re proud of the impact we can make together. We understand the responsibilities and challenges that come with a fast moving and ever-changing environment. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It’s why we’re driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. It’s why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best version of you is the one that’s true to who you are – and that’s the you we want working alongside us.

We value flexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

What you will do as the Lead Systems Analyst

This role offers the opportunity to lead the design and evolution of critical systems within a dynamic Agile environment. As a key player in the Agile Release Train, you will collaborate with architects, product managers, and delivery teams to shape the future of the Consumer Data Right ecosystem. You’ll drive technical solutions, remove blockers, and influence best practices while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about Agile leadership, solution design, and mentoring, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a high-performing team.

Key Tasks Include

• Working closely with System Architects, Solution Architects, and Product Managers to develop enabler epics, design solutions, and ensure they align with business needs, architectural principles, and non-functional requirements
• Acting as an escalation point for delivery teams, collaborating with key stakeholders to remove blockers, manage risks, and facilitate Agile ceremonies such as PI Planning and Mid-PI Reviews
• Championing Lean-Agile principles, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting Systems Analysts in their responsibilities, ensuring best practices in Agile Architecture and software development
• Leading the Systems Analyst Community of Practice, mentoring junior analysts, contributing to industry forums, and developing technical documentation to support system intent and business alignment.

About You In order to succeed in the role, you will have:

• a demonstrated ability to work with teams to design and deliver IT solutions and ensure these solutions are suitable for business and align to existing frameworks
• a proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and provide leadership while collaborating with teams acting as an escalation point where technical issues and dependencies arise
• an understanding of the ACCC’s role and functions, including the objectives of competition and consumer policy and the Competition and Consumer Act 2010
• an understanding of the policy intent and regulatory framework for the CDR
• relevant tertiary qualifications will be highly regarded.

The successful candidate may be required to attain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.

To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit.

How To Apply

You will be asked to respond to the statement of claims of no more than 800 words and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum).

Salary: EL1 $123,702 - $136,900 (plus 15.4% superannuation)

Contact Officer: Kyle Jaculli (07) 3811 9*** ************@accc.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:00pm (AEDT), Sunday 23 March 2025