Senior Business Applications Analyst

Senior Business Applications Analyst

Location – Macquarie Park, Sydney

• 85% of Allied Credit employees would recommend it as a great place to work!
• Join an ambitious firm which is growing, evolving & increasing its headcount.
• Allied Credit has a hybrid work environment; we understand the value of a work-life balance.

Allied Credit is a leading vehicle finance firm with strategic alliances with global car, marine and motorcycle brands. Offering white label, joint venture and floorplan finance, our proprietary software provides a seamless, convenient and customer-focused finance service to consumers and businesses.

We are seeking a Senior Business Applications Analyst; reporting to the team Product Owner, this is a critical role responsible for driving strategic IT projects and providing business analysis expertise. This role combines leadership, detailed analysis and proactive problem-solving to deliver optimal technology solutions that support Allied Credit's business objectives. The Senior BAA will engage with stakeholders across the business, demonstrate initiative and actively contribute to IT-related project and business improvement.

What you will be doing

• Conduct in-depth business analysis, including impact analysis, to identify IT-related opportunities for improvement and optimisation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document technical and business requirements.
• Model business processes and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Develop business cases, process maps and functional specifications for IT projects.
• Analyse and interpret complex data to provide actionable insights for IT solutions.
• Lead and facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
• Work closely with IT and development teams to ensure solutions align with business needs and technical feasibility.
• Contribute to the identification and reporting of project progress, risks and issues, and drive resolution activities.
• Support business transition through training and documentation.
• Assist with investigations/incidents to identify root causes and facilitate resolution.
• Provide coaching, mentorship and guidance to business analysts, encouraging a culture of learning and growth.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in business analysis and IT.

Your Background

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field.
• Demonstrated success as a Senior Business Analyst within the banking & financial services industry.
• Sophisticated vendor management skills would be highly regarded.
• Expertise in business requirements documentation, process mapping and impact analysis.
• An aptitude for identifying discrepancies in data, and excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• A natural inclination towards collaboration, openness and curiosity.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities with highly strong analytical skills.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and quality assurance practices.
• Familiarity with IT Security, Governance, Compliance and Risk Management principles.

Why work for Allied Credit?

• Work-life balance - hybrid working arrangements allow a balance of working from home and the office, and we are always willing to discuss flexible working options.
• Wellness day to take a day off for some R&R around your birthday and a Volunteer Day to support your community.
• Discount offers on selected retailers, car loans and novated leasing options.
• A learning environment where we take your development and career aspirations seriously.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave along with Salary Continuance Insurance.

We want individuals who will buy into and thrive with Allied Credit’s Values of Customer Focus, Adaptability, Risk Confidence, Integrity and Teamwork.

Allied Credit pledges to treat all candidates with the utmost respect and professionalism throughout the recruitment process. We promise to conduct a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process, ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, experience, and potential, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or any other irrelevant characteristic.

Please contact Alex Kelly on 0484 109 354 for a confidential discussion. For further information on Allied Credit, please visit our website at https://alliedcredit.com.au/ or email hrservices@alliedcredit.net.au.