Lead Business Analyst
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Job description, work day and responsibilities
Full job description
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Permanent, full time position
Auckland based role
Hybrid working
The opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a team leadership role where you’ll guide and support a group of Business Analysts working across a range of impactful initiatives.
As Lead Business Analyst at QBE, you’ll play a key role in shaping how we deliver change—bringing structure, clarity, and collaboration to everything we do.
You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values curiosity, care, and continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about developing people, leading with empathy, and delivering meaningful outcomes—this could be your next step.
Your new role
Lead and support a team of Business Analysts, providing day-to-day guidance, mentoring, and development opportunities
Own and drive the planning and execution of analysis activities—from assessing business needs and capturing requirements to designing and delivering fit-for-purpose solutions
Be recognised as a subject matter expert, confidently leading the delivery of change by shaping and directing analysis work across complex initiatives
Apply your strong understanding of business processes and technology systems to deliver integrated, future-ready solutions within an Agile framework
Take a natural lead in mentoring others on analysis techniques, sharing your insurance and IT experience to uplift capability across the team
Collaborate closely with stakeholders, Product Owners, Project Managers, and Architects to ensure alignment and clarity throughout the delivery lifecycle
Happy to talk flexible working
Please note that for the successful candidate, this process will include a phone screen with our Talent Acquisition team, 2 interviews (either face to face or online via Teams), and background checks. More information and the full job profile can be shared with applicants during the interview process.
About you
We’re looking for a supportive and confident team leader who brings:
Experience leading or mentoring Business Analysts in a collaborative environment
A strong understanding of Agile delivery and the software development lifecycle
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across teams
A passion for developing people and creating a positive, inclusive team culture
Experience in insurance or financial services is a plus
About QBE
We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.
We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the centre of our success. We’re proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities.
With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind.
We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too?
Your career at QBE — let’s make it happen!
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Our ‘Thriving at our Best’ wellbeing program, including free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
The ability to maximise retirement savings through voluntary super contributions and company matching
Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums
Additional leave and support through QBE’s Family Domestic Violence First Responder Network
Discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services including benefits through our various sports and arts sponsorship partners
Rewards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
Platinum employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion
Ranked 3rd in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers (medium programs) 2024 as voted by graduates
Top 20 Workplaces for Dads in 2019 and 2020 (HBF Direct Advice for Dads)
Family Friendly Accredited employer since 2021
Winner Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2023
Winner Organisational Development category at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2022
Apply now!
APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!
Click APPLY to submit your application. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with accessibility requirements and adjustments, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our employee networks at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@qbe.com
Skills:
Business Management, Coaching, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Information Technology Applications, Intentional collaboration, IT Business Solutions, IT Project Lifecycle, Managing performance, Risk Management, Solution Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, Team Development
Application Close Date: 29/07/2025 11:59 PM
How to Apply:
To submit your application, follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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Offer ID: #1205977,
Published: 2 weeks ago,
Company registered: 3 months ago
