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Senior Analyst Analytics and Insights


Company : RioTinto


Location : Perth, Australia


Created : 2025-05-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Analyst Analytics and InsightsForm part of a new team utilising problem-solving skills and data science to uncover new insights and influence decisionsPermanent, full-time Perth based role with flexible working arrangementsWhere were all welcomeWe are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together.About the roleWe are seeking a Senior Analyst Analytics and Insights to join our Finance Business Partnering (FBP) team within Iron Ore. This is a newly created delivery-focused role where you will apply advanced analytics to solve real business problems and generate insights that drive financial performance and efficiency.Reporting to the Manager Analytics and Insights FBP, you will:Partner with Finance Business Partners and subject matter experts to frame business challenges, shape analytical approaches, and deliver insights that influence decisions.Own and execute work across the end-to-end analytics lifecycle from problem scoping and data sourcing through to development, embedding, and impact tracking of solutions.Co-develop scalable, user-friendly tools and dashboards with business stakeholders to improve visibility of performance drivers and enable self-service insights.Apply advanced analytics techniques (e.g. SQL, Python, Power BI) to uncover opportunities in collaboration with cross-functional teams.What youll bring5+ years of experience as a data science or analytics professional, with a proven ability to deliver solutions in operational or commercial settings.Demonstrated experience managing the full end-to-end project lifecycle from problem definition, data acquisition, and model development to deployment, adoption, and performance tracking.High proficiency in SQL, Power BI, Python, VS Code, and MS Excel for data modelling, analysis, and tool development with experience in presenting outputs and insights in MS PowerPoint.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills able to engage stakeholders, influence decision-making and build trusted relationships across all levels.A practical, impact-oriented mindset with a passion for simplifying complexity and driving business performance through dataA foundation in Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline with a postgraduate qualification in Data Science. Prior experience working with SAP data and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) to support financial or operational analysis is desirable.What we offerBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing youve helped the world progress.A work environment where safety is always the number one priorityA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonusComprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate familyAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverExtensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging optionsCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsOngoing access tofamily-friendly health and medical wellbeingsupportLeave for all of lifes reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leave)To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives at a time that suits themExclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more, read more about the huge range of benefits here:you will be workingThis is a Perth based role working out of our Central Park CBD office building with flexible working arrangements on offer.In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own a world-class, integrated network of 17 mines, four independent port terminals, a rail network spanning nearly 2,000 kilometres and related infrastructure all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. We are one of the worlds leading producers and exporters of iron ore.Applications close 5th June 2025 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).About Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we cant do it on our own, so were focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. #J-18808-Ljbffr