Senior Manager

• Full-time, continuing opportunity

• Lead a team of Analysts to deliver automated business intelligence reporting and dashboards

• Ensure timely and accurate transmission of Government reporting data

• Competitive remuneration package plus 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

Working in the Advanced Analytics and Planning team (AAP), in the VP Strategy portfolio, the Senior Manager Business Intelligence and Government Reporting has leadership responsibilities to guide, develop and manage a team of professional Analysts to deliver automated reporting and dashboards that empower university staff to enable impactful teaching and research, drive sustainable performance, and deliver outstanding student experiences, through a suite of self-serve solutions. This key role requires the ability to develop strong relationships with a wide group of stakeholders, understanding their business intelligence opportunities and challenges and delivering robust and sustainable solutions.

This role works closely with areas of the University responsible for the transmission of data to the Government and areas involved in improving and maintaining the quality of the data that is captured and reported. The Senior Manager, Business Intelligence and Government Reporting is responsible for understanding changes to reporting requirements and how these relate to university business processes and systems. In this role you will utilise your subject matter experience, business acumen and problem-solving expertise to make decisions and recommendations on broad and complex issues which impact on the operations of the university.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• lead, coach and mentor a team of Analysts, adopting best practice techniques in leveraging technology to deliver analytics products, while empowering them to take ownership of projects and tasks

• develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through an open, transparent, partnering approach

• visualise insights and analytics using mediums (e.g. Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint) that are appropriate for the desired audience and use

• lead ongoing maintenance of reporting ecosystem to ensure a high-quality suite of reporting and dashboards are available with adequate documentation and architecture to facilitate good user experience

• ensure timely and high-quality delivery of analysis and preparation of a range of reports and data downloads for external regulatory reporting; including complex reports to senior management, analysis of student and staff data for inclusion in statutory compliance reporting

• foster a culture of innovation, curiosity, objectivity and openness, under-pinned by stream-lined, fit for purpose and future-proof processes and documentation.

About you

• postgraduate qualifications in Analytics or a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience

• extensive technical skills in developing enterprise business intelligence platforms using cloud infrastructure, providing significant technical training and support to analysts and developers

• extensive experience using Power BI, and applying technical capabilities in the field of Analytics to deliver insight and recommendations

• proven team leadership experience at a senior level with executive presence; together with flexibility, capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and environments and, when necessary, navigating through ambiguity

• ability to work under an agile methodology approach, including working across teams as required

• effective in managing a diverse group of key stakeholders on large or complex projects and the ability to develop/cultivate productive relationships with industry providers and key users.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Kristy Fairweather, Recruitment Operations, by email to kristy.fairweather@sydney.edu.au

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