Business Analyst

Role summary

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The Business Analyst role at ANZ typically requires experience gathering and documenting business requirements, analysing processes and data, identifying improvement opportunities, and translating business needs into practical solutions. Candidates are expected to work effectively with stakeholders across technology and business teams, support delivery through testing and implementation, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills are important, along with experience using process-mapping, reporting or requirements-management tools. Banking, financial services, Agile delivery and risk-management knowledge would be advantageous. ANZ also values collaboration, customer focus, accountability and the ability to manage competing priorities in a regulated environment.

About the employer

ANZ, or Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, is one of Australia’s largest banking organisations, serving retail, business, institutional and private customers across Australia, New Zealand and selected international markets. Founded in 1835, the bank provides home and personal lending, transaction accounts, business banking, institutional banking, wealth services and digital financial products. ANZ employs thousands of people across technology, operations, customer service, risk, finance and corporate functions. Its Melbourne headquarters supports a broad range of business and transformation activities. The organisation is investing in digital banking, data, technology modernisation and simpler customer experiences while maintaining strong regulatory, risk and compliance standards. Employees generally work in collaborative, structured environments where analytical thinking, customer outcomes, inclusion and responsible banking are emphasised.

Working in Australia

Australia offers opportunities in banking, technology, healthcare, engineering, education, construction, professional services and skilled trades, with Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth being major employment centres. Workplace culture is generally practical, relatively informal and focused on clear communication, teamwork and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from busy city living to beaches, regional towns and outdoor activities, although housing and transport costs can be high in major cities. Skilled migrants may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state-nominated pathways or the Temporary Skill Shortage route, depending on occupation, qualifications, experience and English ability. A successful relocation usually requires skills assessment, appropriate visa approval, health and character checks, tax registration and suitable accommodation. Candidates should verify current visa rules through Australia’s Department of Home Affairs and consider professional accreditation requirements before moving.