Junior Business Analyst Junior Business Analyst

Stonegate Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality operator is seeking a Junior Business Analyst to join their IT & Digital Transformation team. The role involves gathering business requirements, supporting workshops, and working on digital projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Ideal candidates should have some experience in business analysis and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for hands-on training and mentoring are also provided.

Benefits

Annual leave purchase scheme

Pension

Vitality Healthcare

Stonegate discount card

Online benefits portal

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a Business Analyst role.
• Understanding of the project lifecycle and delivery methodologies.
• Great communication skills—both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Capturing and documenting business requirements.
• Supporting workshops to define project scope.
• Mapping current and future business processes.

Skills

Business analysis

Process mapping (As-Is/To-Be)

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

As a Junior Business Analyst, you'll work closely with our IT & Digital Transformation team to support a variety of impactful business and IT projects. You'll be involved in the early discovery phases, helping to define current ('as-is') and future ('to-be') processes, while gathering and managing business and technical requirements throughout the project lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to build hands-on experience across Agile and Waterfall environments, working closely with stakeholders across the business to bring innovative solutions to life.

What You'll Be Doing

• Capturing and documenting business requirements and process flows in clear business language
• Supporting workshops to define project scope, requirements, and delivery plans
• Mapping current and future business processes (As-Is / To-Be)
• Working closely with IT and business stakeholders to shape solutions
• Supporting and coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Contributing to user documentation and training materials
• Assisting with delivery using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies

Essential Qualifications

• Some hands-on experience in a Business Analyst role (internship or junior-level)
• Understanding of the project lifecycle and delivery methodologies
• Familiarity with requirements gathering, data mapping, and stakeholder engagement
• Experience working with process models (As-Is and To-Be)
• A problem-solving mindset and logical approach
• Great communication skills—both written and verbal
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative

Desirable

• Degree or equivalent practical experience
• Experience in retail or hospitality environments
• Exposure to both Agile and Waterfall project methods
• Familiarity with user testing and documentation creation

About Stonegate Group

At Stonegate Group, we're proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at www.stonegatecareers.co.uk.

What’s in it for you

• Work on exciting digital transformation projects from day one
• Collaborate with an innovative, supportive, and fast-paced team
• Grow your skills and develop your career with hands-on training and mentoring
• Be part of a company where your voice is heard and your ideas can make a difference
• 25 days annual leave
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Pension
• Vitality Healthcare
• Opt in dental insurance programme
• Annual bonus scheme
• The Stonegate discount card offering discounts across our managed estate
• Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers