Principal Business Analyst

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the Energy Security Safeguard which is an important component of the NSW Government's Net Zero Plan.

As the Principal Business Analyst, you will lead the business analysis process for the Energy Security Safeguard team. You will interpret complex legislation and turn it into actionable business requirements. This role will facilitate process design improvements across the team and support the development of requirements for our internal systems.

Critical to this role is the ability to build effective relationships and to work across both the operational teams and IT.

Preferred start date on or after 11 August 2025.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. You will have the ability to assess the impact of legislation on business processes, systems and operations and apply complex legislation into actionable business requirements.

You are an innovative thinker and passionate about driving the development of solutions that are fit for purpose. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex issues into everyday language.

You will be a self-starter who is proactive and thrives on delivering outcomes. You can effectively manage competing demands and adapt to change.

The salary range for the position is $148,961 - $158,157 per annum + superannuation and annual leave loading.

You can read the role description here.

About us

The Independent Pricing & Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) makes the people of NSW better off through its independent decisions and advice. We help people get safe and reliable services at a fair price.

IPART undertakes independent regulatory functions in the water, transport, local government and energy sectors in NSW. It is the Scheme Regulator and Administrator for the Energy Security Safeguard. We also undertake reviews and investigations into a wide range of economic and policy issues.

Our organisational values are:

• Integrity and courage - we are willing to make the difficult decisions
• Curiosity and openness - we seek out and develop new ideas that will improve our work
• Respect and inclusion - we bring together diverse experiences and skills to generate better solutions
• Making a difference - we pursue better outcomes for the people of NSW

If your values align with ours, we want to talk to you!

For more information go to Work at IPART | IPART (nsw.gov.au)

Applying for the role

Applications should include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that addresses the requirements detailed in the Role Description and a resume (maximum 5 pages) which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Applications close Monday 7th July 2025 10.00am. Late applications will not be accepted.

For further information about the role please contact Lynette Au-Yeung, on [email protected] / 02 9290 8421.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Flexibility

IPART is proud to be an EEO Employer. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders; people living with disability; people from a Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background; people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with a lived experience of mental health and people of mature age.

We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you feel you may require an adjustment during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our HR Team via [email protected] or 02 9372 9178.

Additional information

• This recruitment process will include pre-employment screening.

• To apply for this role you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

• This recruitment activity may result in the creation of a talent pool to fill other ongoing and temporary vacancies for similar roles within IPART. Placement in the talent pool remains valid for 18 months.

• Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.