Business Analyst

Erin Associates; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company based in Birmingham is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to enhance business processes and implement IT solutions. This role, ideal for candidates with four years of experience in financial settings, offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects. With a focus on collaboration and a forward-thinking culture, successful applicants will possess strong analytical skills and knowledge of Microsoft technologies. Excellent communication with stakeholders is vital.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, ideally 4 years in the financial sector.
• Strong knowledge of analysis tools and project management frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Technologies for system migrations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze existing business processes.
• Collaborate with teams to capture and document business requirements.
• Lead IT projects from concept to delivery.

Skills

Business process modeling

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Project management

Analytical mindset

Education

CBAP certification

PMP certification

ITIL certification

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Job description

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Business Analyst (Hybrid - Birmingham 2 Days/Week)

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (Hybrid – 2-3 days on-site per week)

Salary to 50-55k plus excellent benefits

This client based out of Birmingham is looking for a talented BA to join their dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their IT and business operations.

The Role

As a Business Analyst, you'll evaluate and improve business processes, deliver impactful IT solutions, and drive operational efficiency across enterprise-critical systems. This role is ideal for a BA with 4 years’ experience, hands-on knowledge of Microsoft technologies, a strong analytical mindset, and excellent stakeholder management skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze existing business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to capture and document business requirements.
• Propose and support the implementation of IT solutions aligned with business goals and customer satisfaction.
• Lead and manage IT projects from concept to delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Leverage data analytics to support evidence-based decision-making and performance insights.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with all stakeholders, including senior leadership.

Key Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, ideally 4 years within the financial sector.
• Strong knowledge of business analysis tools, methodologies, and project management frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Technologies, including Azure, Microsoft 365, and enterprise system migrations.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools to derive actionable insights.
• Certifications such as CBAP, PMP, or ITIL are preferred, along with a strong understanding of business process modeling and project lifecycle management.

This is a great opportunity for a Business Analyst to lead high-impact projects within a collaborative, forward-thinking team culture.

Keywords: Business Analyst, Birmingham, West Midlands, Azure, M365, PMP, ITIL, Business processes, Data Analytics, Solihull, Coventry, Walsall, Warwickshire

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Erin Associates welcomes applications from people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and disabilities. Please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application process.

Erin Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this role.

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Employment: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits