MAKE IT AMAZING
At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you.
As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we’re creating a destination of amazing experiences. Like seeing wonderful moments unfold in front of you, knowing “I made that possible!”.
Dynamic. Fast-paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.
As smart, problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that’s easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge.
Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport. The range of responsibilities and diverse pathways you can take on with us, are surprising.
We are SYD. United in the pride that comes with welcoming the world at Australia’s premier gateway.
About the team and role
The Aviation Growth and Group Strategy team spearheads strategic, commercial, and developmental planning to meet future passenger demand and ensure sustainable growth for Sydney Airport. Collaborating with internal and external partners, they drive new airline business development and accommodate increased traffic through meticulous planning, operational excellence, and development management. The team oversees the delivery of airline agreements, manages the strategic lifecycle of major projects, and develops key programs to achieve SYD’s core strategic objectives.
As a Senior Aviation Business Development Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Aviation Partnerships team by attracting new airlines, flights, and seat capacity to Australia’s largest airport. You will analyse passenger, route, and market data to prepare compelling business cases for potential airline partners. Additionally, you will be instrumental in accelerating the recovery of international travel to Sydney, NSW, and Australia.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to
Analyse & Innovate: Dive into passenger, route, and market data to uncover trends and opportunities. Your insights will help craft compelling business cases to attract new airlines.
Strategically Research: Conduct in-depth market research to identify emerging trends and target markets, supporting our aviation growth strategy.
Perform Dynamic Modelling: Develop dynamic models to aid in the recovery of international traffic post-COVID-19 and support our 10-year traffic growth strategy.
Present & Influence: Create high-quality business development presentations and collateral to showcase Sydney Airport's unique strengths and opportunities.
Collaborate & Connect: Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, including airlines, airports, tourism organisations, and government agencies.
About you
We are looking for a talented individual with relevant tertiary qualifications in a numerically based discipline and at least three years of experience in analytics or market research. Ideally, you’ll have a background in aviation, with a solid understanding of airport and airline business models. Relationship management and sales experience are highly regarded, as is a proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and negotiate successful outcomes.
Your exceptional data analysis and visualisation skills will be key to communicating insights effectively. You should have a passion for travel and be willing to travel for business. The role demands strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to prepare compelling presentations. Lateral thinking and cross-cultural experience are essential, with foreign language skills being a bonus. Your innovative approach will help you develop new business strategies and drive mutually beneficial solutions.
Why this role?
Career Development: This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in aviation business development. You'll gain exposure to strategic projects and high-level decision-making processes.
Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the success and growth of SYD, influencing key commercial outcomes and enhancing the passenger experience.
Team Spirit: Join a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
What we offer
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