Senior Analyst, Group Strategy in Sydney

At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you. As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we’re creating a destination of amazing experiences.

Dynamic. Fast-paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.

As smart problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that’s easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge. Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport.

The Group Strategy Team supports value creation across the airport through timely and focused identification and delivery of strategic opportunities aligned to SYD’s strategic priorities. Specifically, the Group Strategy Team is responsible for monitoring and reporting on strategic initiatives to ensure alignment with SYD’s goals. They partner with teams across SYD to translate enterprise-wide opportunities into actionable plans and drive innovation, strategic thinking, and continuous improvement across the organisation.

The Group Strategy Senior Analyst is responsible for providing strategic, commercial, and financial insights that inform the development, evaluation, and implementation of key Aviation Growth and Group Strategy initiatives. This role will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to manage the development of strategic initiatives and will be responsible for providing high-quality and insightful analysis, presentations, and research to inform investment cases.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Strategic Development: Inform and support the development and execution of innovative strategic initiatives and projects, aligning with organisational goals to drive sustainable growth, profitability, and long-term success.
• Analysis and Insights: Identify growth opportunities through market research, competitor benchmarking, and trend analysis. Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and enhance competitive advantage.
• Financial and Commercial Expertise: Create compelling business cases and detailed financial models, including scenario and sensitivity analyses. Assess the feasibility and risks of strategic initiatives, recommending solutions that balance opportunity with risk mitigation.
• Program and Project Management: Manage strategic programs by defining scope, creating plans, prioritising tasks, and ensuring timely delivery. Monitor KPIs and benchmarks, optimising outcomes as needed.
• Reporting and Communication: Create clear, concise, and engaging reports and presentations for senior leadership, shareholders, and board members. Tailor messaging to be impactful for diverse audiences.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and industry stakeholders. Facilitate workshops to align priorities, gain buy-in, and drive consensus on strategic initiatives.

About you: We seek a professional with a degree in aviation, finance, or legal, and extensive aviation industry experience. You should understand profitability drivers, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics, with leadership roles in airlines, airports, or infrastructure assets being highly regarded.

With 5+ years in top-tier management consulting, you excel in strategic problem-solving, financial modelling, and business case development. You deliver actionable insights, support strategic initiatives, and manage high-impact transactions. Your ability to translate complex data into compelling strategies is key.

You possess exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, are articulate and confident, and can present complex information clearly. Thriving under pressure, you remain composed during tight deadlines and critical negotiations. Your collaborative leadership style inspires teams, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word ensures technical excellence. Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma is a bonus.

Professionalism, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation define your approach.

What we offer: To find out more about the amazing work environment here at SYD, be sure to check out the Join us section of Sydney Airport’s website, where you can also see more about our flexible culture and work practices, alongside our other Employee benefits.

SYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.