Business Analyst

Company Description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

Kick-start your commercial career with this full-time opportunity based in Adelaide as a Business Analyst. Ideal for a junior candidate, this role provides valuable exposure across our Industries portfolio, offering hands-on experience in commercial analysis, data reporting, and project support.

Working closely with the Commercial Operations Manager and the wider leadership team, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects and help drive positive business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide financial analysis, contract tracking, and reporting to support commercial decision-making.
• Assist with cost models, quotes, tender submissions, and client proposals.
• Monitor budgets and expenditure, identifying opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Prepare and maintain commercial documentation, including supplier agreements and CAPEX packs.
• Coordinate commercial documentation and maintain accurate records for performance, compliance, and development activities.
• Assist with client meetings, proposals, presentations, and follow-up activities.
• Prepare high-quality reports and correspondence, ensuring a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Compile regular performance reports, dashboards, and contract summaries.
• Ensure strong document control and adherence to company policies and processes.

Qualifications

What We’Re Looking For:

• Strong written and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience using data visualisation tools to present insights clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• A degree in business, finance, or information systems is highly desirable.
• Full, unrestricted driver’s license (customer visits when required).
• Ability to pass a police clearance.

Additional Information

Why Work For Sgs?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. 

•     As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
•     Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
•     Paid parental leave
•     Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
•     Corporate health & wellbeing offers
•     Ongoing learning & development 
•     Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
•     SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.