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Graduate Commercial Analyst

Job Title: Graduate Commercial Analyst
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
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Reference: 99638011
Contact Name: Olivia Evans
Contact Email: oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: January 15, 2026 16:15

Job Description

  • Fantastic opportunity to further develop your career in a commercial environment

  • Contribute to high-impact commercial strategy and investment decisions

  • Gain exposure to cross-functional teams and high-profile projects

Join a growing commercial team where you’ll contribute to organisational strategy, pricing and investment decisions that drive business growth, whilst supporting the Commercial Manager.
  
About the opportunity
  
We are seeking a Graduate Commercial Analyst to join the Port of Newcastle, one of Australia’s most strategic infrastructure assets. With a diversified trade base and a long-term growth strategy, the organisation offers this graduate position the opportunity to work on real commercial decisions that shape large-scale infrastructure investment and development.
  
This role is ideal for a high-performing graduate who is commercially curious, analytically strong and keen to build a career in commercial strategy and investment analysis.
  
The opportunity
  
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will support commercial planning and decision-making that underpins the port’s long-term success. In this role, you’ll gain exposure to complex financial modelling, pricing analysis and business case development, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
  
This is a hands-on graduate role offering meaningful responsibility, mentoring and a clear development pathway.
  
Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Commercial Manager as required

  • Support the development and implementation of commercial strategy and investment plans

  • Assist in building financial models and business cases to evaluate investment opportunities

  • Assist with pricing analysis, benchmarking and implementation of pricing policies

  • Analyse trade volumes, revenues and other data to inform strategic decisions

  • Support projects and initiatives across teams to deliver business objectives

  • Prepare reports, briefings and presentations for senior management

About you
  
We are looking for a motivated graduate who is keen to apply their studies in a real commercial environment.
You will bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Economics, Finance or a related discipline (minimum bachelors level)

  • At least one year experience in a professional setting

  • An understanding of investment evaluation approaches (NPV, IRR, DCF)

  • Strong analytical and numerical capability

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with commercial awareness.

  • An interest in commercial strategy, investment and infrastructure

  • Clear communication skills and a collaborative working style

  • A proactive mindset and willingness to learn

  • Appreciation of the maritime, port, transport, or resources industries is advantageous.

Previous work experience, internships or exposure to financial modelling/investment analysis (NPV, DCF) will be highly regarded.
  
Why Join?

  • Gain exposure to strategic commercial projects and decision-making.

  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders across multiple teams.

  • Opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career in a commercially focused role.

If you’re looking to continue developing your career in a commercial role that offers depth, challenge and genuine learning, we’d love to hear from you!
  
How to apply
  
To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Olivia Evans today on 02 4927 2025 or oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

To access a copy of the Success Profile Pack, including detailed position description, please click here
  
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