Business Analysis Job Market Insights Report: Trends and Statistics [September 2026]
In this guide, we give you an up-to-date snapshot report on the booming Business Analyst job market for spring 2026. It covers key industry trends, job growth forecasts, and the evolving role of business analyst professionals in today’s competitive market.
Business Analyst Salaries Overview 2026:
Australia
Business Analyst salaries in Australia range from AUD $118k to $130k on average. The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry has the highest average salaries for Business Analysts.
New Zealand
New Zealand Business Analyst salaries sit between $95k and $110k on average. The sector in New Zealand with the highest average salary for Business Analysts is Information & Communication Technology.
Source: Seek.com.au and Seek.co.nz
80%+
The number of employers in Australia that prefer candidates with a formal business analysis certification like BCS or CBAP.
A Top Ten IT Role
Business Analyst is one of the most common technology roles you'll see on job boards today.
Over 23.2%
The amount business analysis roles are expected to grow by in Australia and New Zealand, by 2030.
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