ABOUT STANLEY COLLEGE
Stanley College is a leading independent provider of Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training, delivering industry aligned, career focused education across campuses in Perth and Adelaide. We are committed to developing job ready graduates and fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where our people can thrive.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a full-time, permanent position. The successful candidate will be primarily based at the West Perth Campus and will report to the Academic Registrar with functional direction from the Dean, Higher Education.
The Senior Business Intelligence Analyst – Higher Education plays a critical role in supporting academic governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making through the analysis and interpretation of complex academic and operational data. In this role, the successful person will lead the development of data insights, dashboards, and reporting frameworks that support course quality, student outcomes, progression, retention, and compliance activities aligned with TEQSA and the Higher Education Standards Framework. Working closely with academic leaders and stakeholders across the College, you will translate complex data into meaningful recommendations that drive continuous improvement, enhance academic performance, and support the College’s strategic objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, analyse, and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualisations relating to student enrolments, retention, progression, completion, academic performance, student engagement, and course performance indicators.
- Conduct detailed analysis of complex datasets to identify trends, risks, anomalies, data quality issues, and opportunities for continuous improvement across Higher Education programs and operations.
- Integrate qualitative and quantitative data from multiple internal and external sources to generate meaningful insights that support academic quality, strategic planning, and institutional decision-making.
- Design, develop, and continuously improve data frameworks, indicators, methodologies, and reporting approaches aligned with Higher Education priorities, regulatory requirements, and organisational objectives.
- Support academic quality assurance and compliance activities by providing data analysis and reporting for course accreditation and reaccreditation, governance reporting, TEQSA submissions, internal reviews, audits, and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with academic leaders, course coordinators, and key stakeholders to identify risks and opportunities in student and course performance, and provide data-driven recommendations to improve student outcomes, retention, progression, and academic quality.
- Prepare reports, briefings, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership, Academic Board, committees, and other governance bodies, translating complex analysis into clear and actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including academic teams, IT, compliance, and data owners, to improve data quality, reporting consistency, governance practices, and institutional analytical capability.
- Investigate and streamline reporting and data processes through standardisation, automation, and the effective use of reporting and business intelligence tools and technologies.
- Maintain accurate documentation, data repositories, and reporting records to support audit readiness, compliance obligations, and ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Postgraduate qualification in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Information Systems, Education, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in business intelligence, data analysis, or analytical roles within the Australian Higher Education sector
- Strong understanding of Higher Education Standards Framework (HESF) 2021 and higher education reporting requirements
- Experience working with complex, multi-source datasets and developing analytical frameworks, measures, or methodologies
- Advanced skills in reporting and analytical tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, SQL, or equivalent
- Experience supporting TEQSA reporting, academic governance, accreditation, or compliance activities (desirable)
- Familiarity with student management systems, data governance, automation, or AI-enabled analytics (desirable)
SKILLS
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capability
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, meaningful insights for stakeholders
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Collaborative, solutions-focused, and continuous improvement mindset
- Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
At Stanley College, you’ll be part of a people first organisation where your contribution genuinely matters. We offer a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that supports professional growth while making a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
You’ll work alongside passionate, diverse colleagues in an environment that champions wellbeing, flexibility where possible, and recognition for your efforts. Most importantly, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to delivering career ready education and positive outcomes for students from all backgrounds.
Employee benefits
- Work in modern and centrally located campuses
- Flexible working arrangements, where operationally possible
- Employment Hero Perk Box access
- Staff discounts at CU29
- 24/7 access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
At Stanley College, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. Inclusion is good for our team, our students, and the wider community. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equitably, regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We strive to provide equality of opportunity and an inclusive experience for everyone who works at Stanley College.
If this role aligns with your skills and aspirations, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter containing your experience and suitability for this role.
