Commercial Data Analyst

Director - Technology, Transformation & Digital @ Align Talent | Volunteers Lead @ Go Girl, Go for IT About the Company This is one of Melbourne's most exciting and fastest-growing fintechs, with strong momentum and a high-energy, ambitious environment where ideas are expected, autonomy is given, and impact is visible from day one. The team thrives on fast-paced challenges, and employees have the chance to influence decisions, shape the direction of the business, and see the results of their work in real time. With its rapid growth trajectory and expanding product offering, there's significant opportunity for career evolution, learning, and stepping into greater responsibility as the business scales. For someone commercially minded, curious, and driven, this is a standout opportunity to make a tangible impact while building a career in one of Melbourne's most dynamic fintechs. Role Overview The Commercial Data Analyst will play a pivotal role in driving optimisation across the business. This is a hands‑on, high‑visibility role suited to someone who thrives in fast‑paced environments, is naturally commercially minded, and is obsessed with uncovering insights that move the needle. You’ll work closely with key business units to analyse daily performance, identify gaps, and highlight where opportunities exist for immediate, measurable improvement. This role is built for someone who loves quick wins, isn’t afraid to dive deep, and enjoys influencing decisions with smart, timely insights. Key Responsibilities Drive commercial optimisation across key business units by analysing performance and identifying opportunities for improvement Monitor & analyse daily KPIs and metrics to spot trends, gaps, and patterns that impact business performance Build fast, accurate dashboards and reporting using Tableau, SQL, Databricks, and cloud‑based data platforms Conduct KPI analysis, ROI analysis, and commercial modelling to guide business decisions Proactively identify what the business should be tracking and present actionable insights before they’re requested Bring ideas and recommendations that can create immediate commercial value Translate data into actionable recommendations that influence strategy and operational decisions Support continuous improvement and experimentation across commercial functions You'll Succeed In This Role If You Are : Commercially minded – you naturally think about efficiency, ROI, and revenue impact Curious, proactive, and highly self‑driven Obsessed with data quality, performance patterns, and trends Comfortable working with minimal handholding Ability to prioritise effectively and deliver insights under time pressure A natural problem‑solver who is able to translate data into clear business insights Technical Skills Strong SQL skills for querying, joining, and transforming large datasets Experience with BI tools such as Tableau for dashboards, reporting, and KPI storytelling Exposure to Databricks or similar cloud‑based data engineering / analytics platforms Experience working with cloud‑based data platforms (AWS preferred) Understanding of data pipelines, ETL concepts, and structured / unstructured data Advanced Excel / Google Sheets modelling for fast commercial analysis What's On Offer High‑impact role working directly with Senior Leadership Autonomy, ownership, and trust – your work shapes business direction A role that evolves with you, offering genuine fast‑track career progression Ability to put your stamp on how data informs decisions across the organisation A high‑impact environment where insights are immediately translated into action Align Talent is committed to connecting great candidates with opportunities where diverse perspectives are valued. Teams with different ideas and experiences are more creative, effective, and innovative. If this role excites you but you don't meet every point on the job description, applications from all qualified candidates are encouraged – skills, curiosity, and enthusiasm matter most. #J-18808-Ljbffr