Practice Lead, Business Analysis

Job Description

Full time, continuing (permanent) position Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation Job Reference: 892427 Digital & Technology Solutions Embark on an Exciting Tech Journey with Curtin University! Are you passionate about technology, innovation, and driving change? Join us as we celebrate the successful completion of our digital transformation! Curtin University, a forward-thinking institution, is now leveraging major platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, and ServiceNow to deliver cutting-edge digital experiences for our students and staff. We’re seeking a Practice Lead, Business Analysis to join our IT Product Delivery team — a team dedicated to developing and enhancing digital products across diverse university business areas. This is an opportunity to lead with vision, build strong partnerships, and make a tangible impact. Your Role As the Practice Lead, Business Analysis , you’ll manage and mentor a team of Business Analysts and UX Specialists, fostering collaboration and excellence. In addition to leadership, you’ll operate as a Senior Business Analyst, directly contributing to projects by: Partnering with stakeholders to identify, analyse, and document business needs and challenges. Designing and implementing frameworks and tools to enhance business analysis practices. Facilitating the re-design of processes or systems to drive efficiency and effectiveness. Bridging communication between business units and technical teams to ensure alignment and success. Your expertise will guide the team in applying Agile practices, human-centred design techniques, and dynamic problem-solving approaches to deliver exceptional outcomes. About You You’re a leader who thrives on collaboration and innovation. With a balance of technical expertise and business acumen, you bring a can-do attitude and a team-first mindset. You have: Proven experience managing a team of Business Analysts/UX Specialists and leading complex IT projects. A deep understanding of product management and software development life cycles. Expertise in Agile methodologies and human-centred design practices. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders. Technical proficiency, including familiarity with AWS services and dynamic artefact creation (e.g., journey maps, user stories). Preferred qualifications include TOGAF and COBIT certifications and experience in the higher education sector. Work Requirements: Full working rights in Australia On-site position, therefore successful candidates must currently be living and/or have confirmed relocation to Perth, WA. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for business analysis and a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply Now Please apply with your cover letter and resume to allow us to assess your suitability for this role. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Why Join Us? Generous benefits: 17% superannuation, salary packaging options, and excellent corporate discounts on health, wellness, travel and more! Exceptional leave entitlements: 20 days of annual leave + additional university observed public holidays, 26 weeks parental leave, 14 days personal leave, 17.5% leave loading. Global excellence: Be part of a university ranked in the top 1% globally (ARWU 2024). Health & Wellness: On-campus gym and fitness amenities, childcare centre, and GP/medical services available for Curtin staff. For more information about our university and benefits, please visit Applications close: Thursday 13 February 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note: We are not engaging with recruitment agencies at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr