Senior Business Analyst (Temp to Perm)

 Our client is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to support a significant digital transformation programme, leading business analysis, process improvement and project delivery initiatives across multiple departments. The role will involve assessing business needs, translating legislative, operational and user requirements into functional and system specifications, and identifying opportunities to streamline services through automation, process reengineering and improved digital solutions.

Working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams and external vendors, the successful candidate will manage projects from planning through implementation, oversee requirements gathering and solution testing, coordinate user acceptance testing, and ensure delivered solutions meet business needs. The role will also provide leadership and guidance to project teams, support the introduction of new systems and processes, and drive continuous improvements in service delivery, operational efficiency and customer experience.

Please note that this is an initial temporary contract, with the potential to convert to a permanent position. The successful candidate will be expected to start at short notice.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT or a related analytical field with at least 7+ years’ experience. A business analysis, scrum and/or project management certifications would be advantageous.
• Strong experience analyzing complex business needs, interpreting legislation and policy, and translating requirements into clear business rules, processes and implementable system solutions.
• Proficient in business analysis methodologies, process modelling, requirements documentation, project management and the software development lifecycle, including solution testing and implementation.
• Strong data literacy and the ability to assess information, evaluate solutions, identify risks and dependencies, and make evidence-based decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex matters to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrates the ability to build team capabilities, translate strategic objectives into deliverables, manage competing priorities, drive accountability and quality, foster collaboration and promote continuous improvement.