Senior Business Analyst Consultant

Arup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup's business and technology consulting teams create high-quality, innovative digital solutions for our clients. As a Senior Business Analyst Consultant, you will work in multidisciplinary teams to define problems and opportunities, identify needs and requirements, and examine options for digital solutions that transform our clients' operations.

Typical assignments may involve shaping digital and data strategies, defining innovative digital products, enabling AI and analytics capabilities, and

Qualifications

• Qualification in IT-related subject or recognised certifications
• Chartered status or working towards it
• Experience in IT delivery or IT consulting
• Experience applying business analysis techniques within digital architecture
• Experience in Energy, Water, Rail, Roads and Streets, or Aviation
• Security clearance (BPSS or SC) or ability to obtain it
• Right to work in the UK at application time and for duration of employment

Responsibilities

• Assess client context and challenges
• Elicit drivers, requirements and constraints for change
• Formulate transformation roadmaps through digital change
• Support implementation and rollout to enterprises and users
• Ensure digital solutions meet business requirements and deliver measurable outcomes

Skills

IT delivery experience

Business analysis

Digital architecture frameworks

Industry knowledge (Energy/Water/Rail)

Security clearance (BPSS/SC)

Education

IT/Computer Science degree

Chartered status (engineer/IT)

Job description

Senior Business Analyst Consultant

2026-10-09T00:00:00

Leeds

West Yorkshire

GB

LS1 3

Any

Arup

2026-11-08T05:01:57.317

Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

Arup's business and technology consulting teams create high-quality, innovative digital solutions for our clients. As a Senior Business Analyst Consultant, you will work in multidisciplinary teams to define problems and opportunities, identify needs and requirements, and examine options for digital solutions that transform our clients' operations.

Our consultants combine technology expertise with in-depth market knowledge across Sustainable Transport, Clean Energy, Water, Property, and Science, Industry and Technology Infrastructure. Client satisfaction and high-quality delivery are central to our work, reflected in our repeat business, testimonials and awards.

You will work on a variety of consulting assignments related to digital strategy development and execution. The role will involve:

• Assessing the client's current situation or challenge
• Eliciting drivers, requirements and constraints for change
• Formulating transformation roadmaps through digital change
• Supporting implementation and roll-out to enterprises and users
• Assuring that digital solutions meet business requirements and deliver measurable outcomes

Typical assignments may involve collaboration with our core engineering and advisory services. They may include shaping digital and data strategies, defining innovative digital products and services, enabling AI and analytics capabilities, improving asset management and operational processes, supporting digital twin initiatives, and helping organisations navigate complex digital transformation challenges.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We're looking for a candidate who:

• Has a qualification in a subject related to information technology and/or certifications from recognised bodies or major vendors, such as BCS (British Computer Society) or The Open Group
• Has achieved, or is working towards, chartered status as an engineer or IT professional
• Has experience in an IT delivery, IT consulting or equivalent environment
• Has experience applying business analysis techniques and working within digital architecture frameworks to design and implement digital products and services
• Has experience in one or more of the following markets: Energy, Water, Rail, Roads and Streets, or Aviation
• Holds a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) or SC (Security Check) security clearance, or are able to obtain it

• Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

Our Application Process

Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for payment or your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Closing date: 8th November 2026

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.