Description:
Premier’s Department
You. At the centre of big ideas.
- Join our team to support workforce pay, conditions, and decision-making in the NSW public sector
- Opportunity to work on high-impact projects, shaping the future of workforce management and strategic decision
- Ongoing Clerk Grade 9/10 role based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD, with professional growth and development opportunities available
About the Role
The new Bargaining and Legal Strategy team within the Industrial Relations branch is looking for their next Senior Business Analyst . This is an opportunity to influence workforce policy at a strategic level.
As our new Senior Business Analyst, Bargaining and Legal Strategy , you will play a key role in shaping the future of workforce pay and conditions across the NSW public sector. This is a unique opportunity to apply your analytical expertise in a high-impact environment, where your insights will inform decisions that affect thousands of employees.
In this role, you will contribute to workforce strategy by translating complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive effective bargaining and policy outcomes. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and precision, working closely with senior decision-makers to refine analytical frameworks and influence wage-setting strategies.
This is more than just an analytical role—it’s a chance to shape the direction of public sector employment policy, ensuring fair, data-driven outcomes that support sustainable workforce management. If you are looking for a role where your expertise makes a tangible impact, we would love to hear from you.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
- Data Analysis: Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI for data modelling and forecasting
- Workforce Analytics: Experience evaluating pay structures and employment conditions to inform decision-making
- Dashboard & Reporting: Expertise in creating clear, actionable dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau
- Data Accuracy: Strong focus on data validation and quality assurance to ensure integrity and reliability
- Strategic Insight: Ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations for policy and strategy
- Project Management: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Proven ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements and refine outputs.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
- Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
- Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
- Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
- Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Friday, 23 May 2025 (9:59 AM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($125,693 - $138,510) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Kane Dodd, Principal Business Analyst, Bargaining on (02) 9228 3820, or email kane.dodd@industrialrelations.nsw.gov.au.
About the Premier's Department
Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department.
Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
Additional Information
Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool : A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.