Business Analyst

North Highland; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy company in Manchester is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to bridge the gap between business objectives and technological solutions. The role involves conducting business process analysis, gathering requirements, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible time off and medical plans.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Private medical plan

Health cash plan

Workplace savings scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business analysis.
• Experience across all stages of the project lifecycle.
• CBAP/BCS Diploma in Business Analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth business process analysis.
• Gather and validate business requirements.
• Facilitate meetings between technical teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Business analysis tools

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY | ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH | CHOOSE YOUR PATH

As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last. We're seeking a Business Analyst in Manchester to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact.

Summary

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business Analyst needed to bridge the gap between our clients' business objectives and technological solutions. In this role, you'll collaborate with stakeholders across our client's organisation to identify opportunities for process improvement, gather and analyse data, and elicit requirements. You'll play a crucial role in driving business transformation initiatives and ensuring project success through analysis, communication and stakeholder management.

You will

• Conduct in-depth business process analysis and document AS-IS and TO-BE process models
• Gather and validate business requirements through stakeholder interviews and workshops
• Create detailed functional specifications, user stories, and process flow diagrams
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement
• Facilitate meetings and workshop between technical teams and business stakeholders
• Develop business cases and analyses for proposed solutions
• Support user acceptance testing and change management initiatives
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to key stakeholders • Create and maintain project documentation, including requirements traceability matrices

Ideally, we'd like

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in business analysis using business analysis tools and techniques
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience in running successful workshops
• High-level awareness of a variety of IT software development methods
• Experience of the Business Analyst role across all stages of the project lifecycle, including Agile methodologies and project management tools
• Strong knowledge of business process modelling techniques and tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• CBAP/BCS Diploma in Business Analysis (preferred)

Total Rewards associated with this position include a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and financial security. Unique perks include flexible time off, a private medical plan, a health cash plan, a workplace savings scheme (including ISAs and GIAs), and enhanced parental leave.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, colour, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance with local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.

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