Senior Analyst, Forecasting – Commercial Modelling

• Own and maintain the APAC enrolment forecasting framework across university partners and study periods
• Develop, refine and continuously improve forecasting methodologies, assumptions and scenario models
• Deliver rolling forecasts, variance analysis and study-period performance reporting
• Prepare and present forecast reviews and recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Drive the annual enrolment forecasting process to support budget and planning cycles
• Develop automated pacing tools providing real-time visibility into enrolment performance
• Identify risks and opportunities through scenario analysis and predictive modelling
• Evaluate the commercial impact of pricing changes, marketing initiatives, operational capacity and channel performance
• Translate enrolment trends into workforce, operational and financial insights
• Build commercial and financial models for new programs, partnerships and market expansion opportunities
• Assess business cases, pricing strategies, investment decisions and ROI scenarios
• Support long-term strategic planning through growth and revenue modelling
• Monitor and analyse newly launched products and initiatives
• Lead post-implementation reviews against forecasts, assumptions and commercial expectations
• Identify optimisation and continuous improvement opportunities
• Partner with Workforce Planning to translate enrolment forecasts into staffing plans
• Align modelling assumptions and performance measures across Sales, Marketing, Product and Finance
• Collaborate with Data Engineering on automation, scalability and data quality improvements
• Enhance forecasting processes, automation and quality assurance frameworks
• Maintain forecasting standards, documentation and modelling best practices
• Coach business leaders on forecast interpretation, scenario planning and data-driven decision making
• Champion analytical rigour and continuous improvement across the organisation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics or a related quantitative discipline
• 8+ years' experience in forecasting, commercial analytics, financial modelling or demand planning
• Proven success developing enterprise forecasting frameworks and scenario modelling approaches
• Deep experience in financial modelling, ROI analysis, pricing strategy and investment evaluation
• Strong experience building performance tracking, pacing or predictive analytics solutions
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams across Marketing, Sales, Product and Finance
• Exposure to data engineering, automation initiatives and modern data platforms
• Advanced forecasting, statistical analysis and commercial modelling capability
• Expert-level Excel skills with strong financial modelling experience
• Advanced Power BI skills including dashboard development and executive reporting
• SQL proficiency and experience working with modern cloud-based data environments such as Microsoft Fabric
• Experience using Python and/or R will be highly regarded
• Strong presentation, storytelling and executive communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking and numerical reasoning
• Applicants must be based in Australia and hold unrestricted working rights
• Preferred candidates may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment screening requirements
• Postgraduate qualifications in Analytics, Finance, Econometrics or a related field are advantageous
• Education or EdTech experience is desirable but not essential

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced capabilities in forecasting methodologies, financial modelling, and scenario analysis to drive strategic planning and decision-making. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting insights to senior stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Forecasting Methodologies
• Financial Modelling
• Predictive Analytics
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Power BI Dashboard Development

Hard Skills

• Forecasting
• Commercial Analytics
• Demand Planning
• Statistical Analysis
• ROI Analysis
• Pacing Solutions
• Scenario Modelling
• Data Analysis
• SQL Proficiency
• Python

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Storytelling
• Influencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Analytics
• Postgraduate Qualifications in Analytics

Industry Keywords

• EdTech
• Commercial Impact
• Enrolment Forecasting
• Market Expansion
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

• Power BI
• Microsoft Fabric
• Data Engineering Tools
• Automation Tools