Project Analyst

About Pitcher Partners

Pitcher Partners Newcastle and Hunter is part of a leading network of independent professional advisory firms – the 9th largest advisory network in Australia. We are known for our personal service, quality advice, and innovative, dynamic workplace. Our clients include successful business owners and high net wealth individuals and families. We pride ourselves on building genuine relationships and delivering the highest level of service and attention. Our clients’ successes are personal to us.

Why join us?

At Pitcher Partners, we believe success is better shared. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Genuine relationships & support: We foster a culture of respect and care for one another, our clients, and our communities. You’ll work closely with partners and subject matter experts, and be part of a team that values authenticity, opportunity, and fun.
• Growth & learning: If you have ambition, we enable opportunity. Benefit from development programs, on-the-job training, peer review and study support.
• Flexibility & wellbeing: Enjoy true work-life balance with flexible work arrangements, yearly wellbeing days, paid parental leave, volunteering (CSR) leave, and a physical pursuit subsidy. Our modern offices are ergonomic, collaborative, and close to public transport.
• Active pursuit: Support to stay active and healthy – because high performance starts with wellbeing.

About the role

We’re looking for an early‑career Project Analyst to join our Systems, Processes and Client Experience team. This role is ideal for recent Business/IT graduates or professionals with up to two years’ experience who are eager to build a career in project management, business analysis and advisory.

Based primarily in Newcastle with regular travel to Maitland, you’ll support a range of internal projects with a future pathway to client‑facing IT advisory and consulting engagements.

What you’ll do

• Contribute to research and analysis across technology, data and cyber advisory initiatives
• Support internal transformation workstreams, ensuring clear communication and progress
• Apply structured project management and business analysis methodologies with guidance from senior leaders
• Maintain project documentation including plans, risk registers, action logs and reporting
• Coordinate meetings and workshops, prepare supporting material and track follow‑ups
• Map and analyse business processes and assist with gathering and documenting requirements

About you

You’ll bring a curious, analytical and solutions focused mindset, paired with being technologically savvy with a genuine interest in digital, data and cyber. Highly organised and proactive, you communicate clearly and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

• Up to 2 years’ experience in an analyst, project, or consulting role (or relevant placement)
• Degree in or currently studying Business, Commerce, IT, Information Systems or related field
• Foundational understanding of project delivery, business analysis or process improvement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite, familiarity with Teams, SharePoint, Planner, Visio (or willingness to learn)
• Ability to travel between Newcastle and Maitland