Brett Johnston
About Brett Johnston
Brett Johnston is a Senior Business Analyst with extensive experience in business analysis and project management across various industries, including banking and financial services. He has worked for notable companies such as Zurich Financial Services Australia and Westpac, and holds a Bachelor of Computer Science from the University of Wollongong.
Work at Zurich Australia
Brett Johnston has been employed at Zurich Financial Services Australia as a Senior Business Analyst since 2020. In this role, he focuses on analyzing business requirements and delivering solutions that align with organizational goals. His experience in project management and agile frameworks contributes to effective project delivery. Johnston's work involves collaboration with stakeholders to ensure clarity in business strategies and requirements.
Previous Experience in Business Analysis
Prior to his current position, Brett Johnston held several roles in business analysis across various organizations. He worked at Westpac as a Senior Business Analyst from 2018 to 2019 and again in 2020 for a brief period. He also served as a Senior Business Analyst at TAL Australia from 2017 to 2018 and at Suncorp Group from 2019 to 2020. His earlier experience includes a Technical Business Analyst position at Kyocera Document Solutions Australasia from 2013 to 2015 and a Technical Business Analyst role at IQX Business Solutions from 2012 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Brett Johnston studied at the University of Wollongong, where he earned a Bachelor of Computer Science from 2006 to 2009. He has a strong foundation in software development and business analysis. Johnston is also a Certified Scrum Master with over 10 years of experience in agile methodologies, including Scrum, xScale, and Kanban. His expertise extends to both functional and technical business analysis, with proficiency in tools such as the Atlassian suite, Pega, SQL, and SAP Business Objects.
Background in Project Management
Johnston has significant experience in project management, applying best practices to deliver projects effectively. His background includes a focus on business process improvement and financial reporting within industries such as banking, insurance, and financial services. He has a proven track record in promoting clear understanding of business requirements, strategies, risks, and constraints among stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
Early Career Experience
Before transitioning to business analysis, Brett Johnston worked as an Analyst/Programmer at Stauff Corporation from 2010 to 2012. He also gained academic experience as a Tutor and Research Assistant at the University of Wollongong in 2009. This early career experience laid the groundwork for his future roles in business analysis and project management.