The Opportunity
Our utilties client is undertaking a major transformation program to modernise business processes, uplift regulatory capability, and strengthen customer and market-facing systems. As part of this journey, the Future Transformation Architecture program is laying the foundation for broader reform across the upcoming Regulatory and Future initiatives.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Business Analyst ready to step into a lead role (overseeing 3 other BAs), setting up the ways of working, frameworks, and artefacts that will shape future program delivery. You'll be working within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values initiative, structure, and continuous improvement.
Initial 12 month fixed term contract. Melbourne CBD location with flexible working conditions and 2 days work from home per week. Also an option to have a daily rate contract.
The Role
As a Senior Business Analyst
you will be responsible for providing analytical leadership and strategic guidance across end-to-end project delivery.
Your other responsibilities will include:
- Establishing new BA frameworks and standards aligned to regulatory best practices within the FTA program.
- Leading the development of customer journeys and business process models to support future-state design.
- Mentoring and guiding a team of Business Analysts, ensuring high-quality outputs and professional growth.
- Driving continuous improvement in BA artefacts and documentation quality across the program.
- Partnering with program leadership, regulatory teams, and delivery stakeholders to ensure traceable, compliant, and well-governed outcomes.
- Supporting the transition of BA frameworks into future Regulatory and Future Network initiatives.
About You
In order to be a successful applicant you will bring a combination of business acumen, analytical rigour, and energy/utilities sector expertise.
You will also have:
- Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Business Analyst in complex transformation or regulatory programs.
- Strong capability in process modelling (BPMN), customer journey design, and requirements governance.
- Demonstrated experience uplifting BA practices, artefact quality, and team performance.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Experience working in regulated industries such as energy, utilities, or financial services.
- SAP and/or IS-U exposure (beneficial but not essential)
Benefits
- Initial 12 month contract with a competitive daily rate (option for fixed term contract)
- Flexible working conditions with 2 days work from home per week
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping how future programs deliver change.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Exposure to complex, high-profile regulatory and technology programs.
Please note: We are receiving an extremely high volume of applications, please apply directly to the job advert and be patient while waiting for an update. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all enquiries, with current volumes it can be challenging - we're only human!
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Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). helena.patterson@davidsonwp.com
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