Woolworths

Senior Business Analyst - Legal and Risk

• 12 month secondment opportunity in the Group FP&A team
• High level of exposure to EXCO and senior leaders
• Norwest based with flexible working

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts, and unique perspectives across Australia and New Zealand. Connected by a shared Purpose - 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow'.

In this role, you will be a critical part of our Group FP&A team. You will support the functions that protect our business and our customers, ensuring that our Legal and Risk teams are financially empowered to execute the Group's strategic objectives.

What you’ll do 

As the Senior Business Analyst for Legal and Risk, you will be the finance owner for these critical functions. As the key advisor to the Chief Legal Officer and Chief Risk Officer you will provide visibility and transparency over their functional performance.

Specifically, you will:

• Drive Business Partnering: Provide proactive support to leadership teams, identifying cost-saving initiatives and managing emerging financial risks.
• Lead the Planning Cycle: Coordinate the annual planning process and align cost allocations across business units, clearly articulating plan drivers.
• Master Monthly Reporting: Prepare high-quality management reports covering internal and external legal costs, ensuring accountability at the right levels.
• Bridge Systems & Data: Act as a key user of the legal matter management system and its interaction with SAP, ensuring data integrity and insightful storytelling.
• Collaborate Across the Group: Work closely with Finance Shared Services and external legal firms to streamline invoicing and payments.

What you’ll bring 

• CA/CPA qualification with 5+ years of experience in Group or BU FP&A roles.
• A proven track record of developing impactful relationships with senior leadership (Chief-level exposure is highly regarded).
• Advanced knowledge of Google Sheets/Slides, experience with large ERPs (SAP) and reporting tools (OneStream).
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable narratives.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to continuous improvement and a positive team culture.

What you’ll experience

• Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do. At Woolworths Group, you’ll enjoy:
• A hybrid working model at our Norwest Support Office, balancing team connection with working from home flexibility.
• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.  
• 24/7 access to Sonder for medical and mental health support for you and your family.
• Staff discounts across Woolworths, Big W, and our partner brands.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.