Business Analyst

City of London Police; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of London Police is seeking a Business Analyst for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves engaging with stakeholders to identify requirements and developing options papers to support business cases. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and an IIBA foundation qualification, with a starting salary of £40,910 plus London Weighting.

Benefits

LGPS Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Exclusive discounts within the Square Mile

Free gym access and wellbeing programmes

Annual leave starting at 29 days

Season Ticket Loans

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Candidates should have IIBA foundation qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with business analysis tools and methods is required.
• Strong research and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to identify requirements using interviews and workshops.
• Evaluate information from multiple sources and translate it into actionable formats.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze information needs and document requirements.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

IIBA foundation qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Business analysis tools

Job description

Post Title:

Business Analyst

Contract type:

12 month Fixed Term Contract

Rank/grade:

Grade E

Salary:

Starting Salary £40,910 plus £6,710 London Weighting

Directorate/department:

Change Portfolio Office, Corporate Services Directorate

Vetting level required:

MV/SC

Location:

Guildhall Yard East, London (Hybrid)

This role is open to all Police Staff / external candidates who meet the essential criteria of the person spec, regardless of current grade.

About Us

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, providing opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Who are we? As City of London Police, we protect the people, businesses, and infrastructure of the City of London, one of the most important and dynamic environments in the UK and globally. Despite being the smallest borough in London, our job remains challenging due to the area's vibrant activity.

City of London Police play a vital role in keeping the diverse community of the City safe. As a Police Staff Member, you will contribute to making the city safer and delivering valued services to residents, workers, and visitors.

We promote flexible working and are committed to equality and inclusivity, welcoming applications from all sections of the community, including those with disabilities, from minority ethnic backgrounds, female candidates, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

About The Team

The Change Portfolio Office oversees programmes, projects, and change initiatives within the City of London Police’s portfolio, ranging from organisational design to technological advances and national projects. We focus on delivering change to meet future business needs and the ambitions of our Policing Plan.

Key to our success is deploying analytical skills, professional development, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

About The Role

We have an ambitious change portfolio aimed at transformational change to meet future needs and achieve our Policing and Corporate Plans. The Change Portfolio Office manages a wide range of programmes and projects, including force-wide initiatives and national programme integrations.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to identify requirements using tools like interviews, workshops, surveys, and business process descriptions.
• Evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, and translate high and low-level information into actionable formats.
• Interpret customer needs and translate them into application and operational requirements using clear, plain English.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze information needs and document requirements for desired outcomes.
• Develop options papers, conduct feasibility studies, and perform cost-benefit analyses to support business cases.

Requirements

Candidates should have:

• IIBA foundation qualification or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with business analysis tools and methods
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective presentation skills for workshops and events

This vacancy is open only to those with the right to work in the UK.

For inquiries, contact: [e-mail]

Selection Process

Applicants will need to demonstrate how their experience aligns with the role's requirements. The process includes an application review and a competency-based interview, scheduled for the week of June 16, 2025. Please ensure your application addresses the skills, knowledge, and experience outlined.

The closing date is Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to accessibility and inclusivity. For assistance or to request information in an alternative format, contact [e-mail].

Benefits

• LGPS Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Exclusive discounts within the Square Mile
• Free gym access and wellbeing programmes
• Annual leave starting at 29 days, increasing with service
• Season Ticket Loans
• Cycle to Work Scheme

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially from women, minority ethnic groups, and those with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements are available, including part-time, job share, and hybrid models. For support and advice, contact our Staff Support Networks via the provided link.