Senior Analyst, Forecasting & Commercial Modelling

Keypath Education

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Keypath Education, we partner with leading universities to design, launch and grow high-quality online education programs that transform lives. As a global EdTech leader operating across Australia and Southeast Asia, we're driven by innovation, data-informed decision making, and a shared commitment to expanding access to education. We're looking for a commercially minded Senior Analyst, Forecasting & Commercial Modelling to lead the forecasting and commercial modelling capabilities that underpin strategic decision making across our APAC business. If you enjoy translating complex data into actionable insights that influence growth, investment, pricing, workforce planning and business strategy, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics or a related quantitative discipline
• 8+ years' experience in forecasting, commercial analytics, financial modelling or demand planning
• Proven success developing enterprise forecasting frameworks and scenario modelling approaches
• Deep experience in financial modelling, ROI analysis, pricing strategy and investment evaluation
• Strong experience building performance tracking, pacing or predictive analytics solutions
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams across Marketing, Sales, Product and Finance
• Exposure to data engineering, automation initiatives and modern data platforms
• Advanced forecasting, statistical analysis and commercial modelling capability
• Expert-level Excel skills with strong financial modelling experience
• Advanced Power BI skills including dashboard development and executive reporting
• SQL proficiency and experience working with modern cloud-based data environments such as Microsoft Fabric
• Strong presentation, storytelling and executive communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking and numerical reasoning

Nice To Haves

• Postgraduate qualifications in Analytics, Finance, Econometrics or a related field are advantageous
• Education or EdTech experience is desirable but not essential
• Experience using Python and/or R will be highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Lead Enterprise Forecasting: Own and maintain the APAC enrolment forecasting framework across university partners and study periods. Develop, refine and continuously improve forecasting methodologies, assumptions and scenario models. Deliver rolling forecasts, variance analysis and study-period performance reporting. Prepare and present forecast reviews and recommendations to senior stakeholders. Drive the annual enrolment forecasting process to support budget and planning cycles.
• Drive Performance Through Pacing & Scenario Modelling: Develop automated pacing tools that provide real-time visibility into enrolment performance. Identify risks and opportunities early through scenario analysis and predictive modelling. Evaluate the commercial impact of pricing changes, marketing initiatives, operational capacity and channel performance. Translate enrolment trends into actionable workforce, operational and financial insights.
• Partner on Strategic Growth Initiatives: Build commercial and financial models to support new programs, partnerships and market expansion opportunities. Assess business cases, pricing strategies, investment decisions and ROI scenarios. Support long-term strategic planning through robust growth and revenue modelling. Turn emerging ideas into evidence-based recommendations and commercially viable solutions.
• Evaluate Product and Program Performance: Monitor and analyse the performance of newly launched products and initiatives. Lead post-implementation reviews to assess outcomes against forecasts, assumptions and commercial expectations. Identify opportunities for optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Influence Cross-Functional Decision Making: Partner with Workforce Planning to ensure enrolment forecasts translate into effective staffing plans. Align modelling assumptions and performance measures across Sales, Marketing, Product and Finance teams. Collaborate with Data Engineering to drive automation, scalability and data quality improvements.
• Build Capability and Governance: Enhance forecasting processes, automation and quality assurance frameworks. Maintain forecasting standards, documentation and modelling best practices. Coach business leaders on forecast interpretation, scenario planning and data-driven decision making. Champion analytical rigour and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Benefits

• Flexible "Work Anywhere" approach with remote, hybrid and office-based options
• High visibility role with influence across executive and senior leadership teams
• Collaborative, innovative and people-first culture
• Access to professional development, certifications and LinkedIn Learning
• Certified Great Place to Work in Australia and Malaysia
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program
• Technology and tools provided to help you succeed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior