IT Business Analyst

National Composites Centre; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, the National Composites Centre, is seeking an IT Business Analyst in Bristol to oversee defence-related IT projects. Successful candidates will have strong analytical and stakeholder management skills and a proven background in IT infrastructure and service delivery. Benefits include flexible working, private medical insurance, and a pension contribution up to 12.5%.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

Annual salary reviews

Private medical insurance

Up to 12.5% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an IT Business Analyst.
• Experience in IT infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Understanding of Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and elaboration of business cases.
• Identify and propose continuous improvement opportunities.
• Coach and mentor project team Business Analysts.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BCS BA Practitioner

Six Sigma Black Belt

IT Degree

Job description

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

About The Role

IT Business Analyst

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 Required: The ability to obtain government security clearance is mandatory for this position. Further information regarding the security clearance application process can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

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 organisation and an exciting time to join as we develop our IT services & operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead on the development and elaboration of compelling Business Cases and detailed requirements documentation for complex programmes and projects
• Ensure project benefits are clearly identified, mapped, and monitored throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify & propose continuous improvement opportunities to Business Analysis policy or procedures
• Provide IT Governance assurance for non-functional requirements in Statements of Requirements
• Apply initiatives to devise options and solutions to complex business problems using a range of analysis tools and techniques
• Ensure solutions align with stakeholder requirements and document process changes
• Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project and programme team BAs
• Engage with project sponsors throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure requirements are adhered to

Candidate Requirements

• Proven track record as an IT Business Analyst, with experience in IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, or IT service delivery
• Willingness and ability to undertake Government Security Clearance; existing clearance is desirable
• Experience supporting or delivering business change
• Understanding of Waterfall and Agile methodologies (mainly Waterfall)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with knowledge of process review and system development methodologies
• Desirable: Relevant IT qualifications such as BCS BA Practitioner, Six Sigma Black Belt, or an IT degree

What We Offer

Flexible working practices, annual salary reviews, private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, and more. We focus on wellbeing, EDI, and learning and development, offering a great environment to build your career.

About The Company

The NCC is committed to innovation and diversity, working across multiple sectors to deliver cutting-edge solutions in composites manufacturing. We value continuous learning and flexible working to support our team.

If you're interested, please contact our recruitment team at [email address].