ICT Senior Business Analyst (FTC/Secondment)

Thames Valley Police; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave (plus Bank Holl/"

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Thames Valley Police is seeking an ICT Senior Business Analyst on a 12-month FTC/Secondment basis in Kidlington. The role focuses on modelling business functions, processes and data structures for complex ICT projects, while mentoring other analysts and ensuring requirements are managed across the project lifecycle.

Key skills include process mapping, elicitation, and strong stakeholder management, with knowledge of IT architecture, networks and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Business Process Modelling (As Is and To Be process mapping).
• Elicitation of requirements (interviews, workshops).
• Prioritisation, management and validation of requirements (User Cases, Acceptance Criteria, data models).

Responsibilities

• Manage business requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead User Acceptance Testing and Stakeholder management.
• Advise SME's, suppliers and senior officers to achieve delivery benefits.

Skills

Business Process Modelling

Elicitation

Requirements management

Tools

IT Architecture

Networks

Cloud Technologies

Job description

ICT Senior Business Analyst (FTC/Secondment)

Department Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

Location Kidlington

Rank/Grade TVP ICT 4T

Band 4T, £56,351 per annum, plus benefits

Part/Full Time Full Time - All roles are available for flexible working including job sharing and part-time unless there are legitimate operational / business reasons why this cannot be accommodated

Full time FTC/Secondment: 12 months from start date

We are seeking an ICT Senior Business Analyst on an FTC/Secondment basis to work with colleagues and stakeholders to investigate and model business functions, processes, information flows and data structures, using a range of business analysis techniques on complex and high-profile ICT projects, whilst supporting and mentoring other Business Analysts.

The successful candidate must manage business requirements throughout the project lifecycle, including the following range of knowledge and skills:

• Proficient in Business Process Modelling (As Is and To Be process mapping), elicitation of requirements (interviews, workshops etc.), and in the prioritisation, management and validation of requirements (User Cases, Acceptance Criteria, data models etc.)
• Has strong stakeholder management skillset enabling management of User Acceptance Testing and Stakeholder management, among other tasks
• Has an industry wide understanding of IT Architecture, Networks, Cloud Technologies and Infrastructure.

There will also be a requirement to identify new business capabilities, whilst influencing and advising the SME's, suppliers and senior officers in order to achieve the best possible delivery, alignment and benefit between programmes/projects for both Forces.

Candidates must have capability to travel to different locations across both Forces and undertake all assignments in a timely manner. Due to the requirement to work flexibly, unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working; public transport may not be available or suitable at these times. For this reason, a full UK driving licence is considered essential.

If you have not held residency in the UK for at least 5 years, we will not be able to process an application from you.

As part of the Thames Valley Police family, you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.

If you are a permanent member of staff applying for this role, please note it will be offered on a secondment basis. Important: All secondments must be supported in writing by your Line Manager and Head of Department/Commander or Deputy. If the secondment is not supported then the role may be offered on a fixed term contract basis, but this has implications including loss of continuous service protections.

Please note: Shift allowance, on-call or other job-related allowances from the previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role for the duration of the secondment.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 25th October 2026.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us .

Working Smart

You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.

SupportingYou

Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with.We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You .

Developing You

We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.

Vetting

All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

As part of our ongoing commitment to fair and transparent recruitment, we provide guidance on how AI may be used during the application and interview processes. Please familiarise yourself with our AI Guidance for Applicants - TVP Careers