Data and Workforce Analyst

• Location: National, Flexible 

• Type: full time, 12-month fixed term contract

• Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working 

The opportunity 

The Data and Workforce Analyst position sits within the AUSPAC division and plays a key role in supporting strategic workforce planning and value-based design initiatives. You’ll use data and analytics to provide forward-looking insights, helping the business understand workforce cost, structure and decision-making in the context of future trends, including the impact of AI. 

About QBE   

• At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.  

• We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.  

• What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.  

Your new role 

In this role, you’ll operate at a high level across the business, using data to unpack how workforce decisions are made and where value can be optimised. You’ll partner closely with stakeholders across HR, Finance and the business to deliver insight-led analysis that supports planning, cost transparency and future-focused workforce strategy. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Supporting demand and supply forecasting, scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis across workforce planning 

• Owning and managing workforce data, ensuring integrity, consistency and auditability of key inputs 

• Translating complex workforce and business data into clear, decision-ready insights 

• Leading data analysis to support value-based design (VBD) initiatives and business case development 

• Partnering with Finance and Reward to align workforce cost, productivity and activity assumptions 

• Building scalable, repeatable analytics solutions to reduce reliance on ad-hoc reporting 

About you 

You’re a commercially minded data professional who enjoys getting into the detail while keeping sight of the bigger picture. You’re curious about how organisations make decisions, comfortable challenging assumptions, and interested in how trends like AI will shape the future of work. 

Key requirements: 

• Strong data analytics and business analysis capability 

• Experience working with large, complex datasets (ideally workforce or people data), with solid SQL skills 

• Experience with Workday or similar HCM systems (highly regarded) 

• Demonstrated track record in strategic workforce planning and analytics, with Adaptive Planning exposure an advantage 

• Ability to translate data into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders 

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills 

• Experience supporting project delivery, exposure to org design work, and comfortable working across multiple priorities would be advantageous 

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 

• Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest 

• 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super 

• A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services 

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.  

Rewards & Recognition 

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards: 

• 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program 

• Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion 

• Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates 

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!  

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it. 

Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment. 

QBE recognise 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 access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at [email protected]