IT Business Analyst

National Composites Centre; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Business Analyst to spearhead defence-related projects. This exciting position offers the chance to shape IT services and operations while focusing on an emerging defence portfolio. You'll lead the development of business cases, ensure project benefits are tracked, and coach project teams. With a commitment to flexible working and employee wellbeing, this role is ideal for those passionate about technology and looking to advance their career in a dynamic R&D environment. Join a team that values innovation and professional growth!

Benefits

Flexible working practices

Annual salary reviews

Company-paid private medical insurance

Up to 12.5% employer pension contribution

Honorary staff status at the University of Bristol

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an IT Business Analyst in IT infrastructure and service delivery.
• Strong stakeholder and communication skills with a focus on relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of business cases and requirements documentation for projects.
• Identify and propose continuous improvement opportunities in business analysis.

Skills

IT Business Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Cybersecurity

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Process Review

Education

BCS BA Practitioner

Six Sigma Black Belt

IT Degree

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The National Composites Centre

Bristol based largely on site with limited hybrid working

IT Business Analyst (Defence)

The National Composites Centre

Bristol based largely on site with limited hybrid working

Salary: £43,985 to £54,083 per annum (experience dependent)

Security clearance: You must be a minimum SC Cleared, willing and eligible to get DV clearance or currently hold DV clearance due to the nature of the work.

Sponsorship: We are unable to consider applications from those who require sponsorship.

Summary

We're looking for an IT Business Analyst to join us and take responsibility for our defence-related IT Business Analysis projects. This is a new role to support our expanding organization and an exciting time to join as we develop our IT services & operations. You'll focus on our emerging defence portfolio of work.

Examples of specific activities could include:

1. Lead on the development and elaboration of compelling Business Cases and detailed requirements documentation for complex programmes and projects.
2. Ensure that project benefits are clearly identified, mapped, and monitored at initiation and throughout the project lifecycle.
3. Identify & propose continuous improvement opportunities to Business Analysis policy or procedures.
4. Provide IT Governance assurance for non-functional requirements in Statements of Requirements and similar documents, ensuring projects and IT procurements consider these requirements.
5. Apply initiatives to devise options and solutions to complex business problems using a range of analysis tools and techniques.
6. Ensure project solutions align with stakeholder requirements and document any process changes.
7. Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project and programme team BAs for successful delivery.
8. Engage with project sponsors throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure requirements are adhered to and scope remains consistent.

What are we looking for in your application?

We prioritize candidates with backgrounds in Defence, Engineering, & Manufacturing industries. Specific experience includes:

• Proven track record as an IT Business Analyst, with relevant projects in IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, or IT service delivery.
• Security Clearance SC minimum, with willingness to undertake DV.
• Experience supporting or delivering business change.
• Understanding of Waterfall and Agile methodologies, mainly Waterfall.
• Strong stakeholder, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with knowledge of process review, business analysis, and system development methodologies.
• Desirable: Relevant professional IT qualifications such as BCS BA Practitioner, Six Sigma Black Belt, or an IT degree. Experience above is sufficient to apply.

What do we offer in return?

Flexible working practices, annual salary reviews, company-paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great colleagues, and honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. We focus on wellbeing, EDI, and learning & development, providing a great opportunity to build your career in a thriving R&D facility.

Questions? Reach out to our recruitment team at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Media