Salary trend
The salary ranges vary by experience level and contract type.
- For entry-level roles (0–2 years of experience), full-time salaries typically range from $75,000 to $90,000 AUD and $70,000 and $80,000 NZD.
- Mid-level professionals (2–5 years) can expect salaries between $95,000 and $115,000 AUD, or $85,000 and $100,000 NZD depending on the role.
- Senior-level positions (5+ years) offer compensation from $120,000 to $145,000+ AUD, with New Zealand based roles ranging from $110,000 to $130,000+ NZD.
- For contract work, daily rates range from $700 to $1,100, or $600 to $900 depending on the engagement.
Over 80% of employers prefer BA certifications
Employers in Australia prefer candidates with a formal BA certification like BCS or CBAP when shortlisting (Hays 2023, Hiring Survey).
Business Analysis is amongst the top 10 IT roles
Business Analysis is amongst the most advertised IT roles on job board SEEK.
Business Analysis roles are expected to grow by 32.2%
By 2026, Business Analysis roles are set to grow across ANZ as organisations increasingly recognise their value (Labour Market Insights).
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