Business Analyst

Applied Data Science Partners; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a talented Business Analyst to drive projects aligned with policy and regulatory goals through effective stakeholder engagement and thorough requirement gathering. The role emphasizes mentoring junior analysts, optimizing processes, and active participation in digital transformation initiatives, all within a dynamic team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in business analysis within a consulting environment or client-facing roles.
• Proven expertise in business analysis methodologies.
• Security clearance eligibility may be required depending on project assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead business analysis workstreams using Agile, Waterfall methodologies.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with objectives.
• Conduct business process modelling & re-engineering for compliance.

Skills

Business analysis methodologies

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proven ability to produce documentation

Experience in business process modelling

Experience in Agile BA

Experience working in public sector

Financial and economic appraisal techniques

Digital transformation understanding

Relationship-building skills

Education

Experience in consulting environment

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a talented Business Analystto steer projects that align with policy and regulatory objectives through effective stakeholder engagement and requirement gathering. In this role, you will develop compelling business cases, support decision-making with data-driven insights, and drive digital transformation initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to optimise business processes, ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members and contribute to developing internal best practices within our consultancy.

If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead business analysis workstreams, applying structured methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices
• Engage with stakeholders across public and privatesector organisations, facilitating workshops and gathering requirements to ensure project alignment with policy, regulatory, and operational objectives, while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and communication channels
• Develop business cases and investment appraisals to support decision-making for large-scale government programmes, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic goals, while clearly communicating the benefits and risks to stakeholders
• Apply data-driven methodologies to assess service performance, leveraging tools such as Power BI, Excel, and automation technologies to drive evidence-based decisions, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data used in analysis
• Support digital transformation and service redesign initiatives, helping agencies integrate emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and cloud-based solutions to enhance operational effectiveness and maintain scalability, security, and compliance
• Conduct business process modelling and re-engineering, identifying inefficiencies and designing optimised workflows that meet compliance and security requirements, employing techniques such as BPMN or UML
• Work within complex regulatory and governance frameworks, ensuring all analysis and recommendations align with government policies, procurement regulations, and security protocols, while staying updated on changes in legislation affecting the sector
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including policy advisors, IT specialists, procurement officers, and programme managers, to deliver end-to-end solutions, promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Support the development of internal best practices within our consultancy, contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives and capability-building for our Business Analysis function, including mentoring junior analysts and developing training programs.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Experience in business analysis within a consulting environment or client-facing roles
• Experience working within or alongside the public sector or defence organisations (e.g., MoD, Home Office, local government, or other civil service bodies)
• Proven expertise in business analysis methodologies, including Agile BA, BPMN, process mapping, and requirements elicitation
• Proven ability to produce clear, comprehensive, and well-structured documentation, including business requirements, process maps, project plans, user guides, and technical reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to organisational standards
• Expertise in identifying, analysing, and validating business and user requirements to inform decision-making
• Familiarity with financial and economic appraisal techniques, including HM Treasury’s Green Book principles (desirable for UK-based roles)
• Understanding of digital transformation within government, including GDS standards, procurement frameworks (e.g., G-Cloud, Digital Outcomes & Specialists), and cloud migration strategies
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in business process modelling, financial assessment, and digital transformation
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders, influence decision-making, and drive business change
• Security clearance eligibility (e.g., SC or DV clearance may be required depending on project assignments).

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Stage 1: 20 min video call with the Hiring Manager

Stage 2: 90 min F2F interview in our London office

OUR COMMITTMENT TO DEI:

At ADSP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive hiring process and believe in creating an environment where all candidates have equal opportunities to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at [e-mail]