Lead Business Analyst

Jersey Electricity Plc; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utilities sector seeks a Lead Business Analyst to shape the business strategy and drive digital transformation. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions, mentor junior analysts, and influence strategic direction within the organization.

Benefits

26-30 days annual leave

Up to 14% employer contribution pension

10.5% performance-related bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym discounts and wellness benefits

Life cover

Flexible benefits

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Employee Assistance Plan

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience in leading business analysis for digital solutions.
• Strong understanding of strategic goals and initiatives.
• Ability to mentor junior analysts.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to define strategic goals.
• Conduct detailed business analysis for improvements.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to validate requirements.

Skills

Business Analysis

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Process Improvement

Digital Transformation

Job description

Salary - Competitive Salary

Work Type - Hybrid

Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

The Lead Business Analyst plays a pivotal role in shaping business strategy and driving the application roadmap across the business areas including Customer, Corporate and Field Services. This role will be aligned to a Product area, led by the Head of Product working closely with the Product Team's Enterprise Architect and Portfolio Lead.

This Product Team will work in collaboration with senior stakeholders, product owners and technical teams to understand the direction, and to ensure current and future business needs are translated into effective digital solutions. To achieve this, the Lead Business Analyst will need to be effective in taking a holistic approach to achieving the assigned business area's strategy and vision to influence direction and working at the project level to provide the business analysis expertise.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to define strategic goals and translate them into actionable initiatives.
• Work as part of a 'Product Squad' to develop and evolve the application roadmap in alignment with business priorities.
• Conduct high-level and detailed business analysis to identify opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and stakeholder meetings to gather and validate requirements.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and developers to ensure solutions meet business needs.
• Provide thought leadership and best practices in business analysis and strategic planning.
• Mentor and support junior business analysts across projects.