Business Analyst

We are seeking a talented Business Analyst to steer projects that align with policy and regulatory objectives through effective stakeholder engagement and requirement gathering. In this role, you will develop compelling business cases, support decision-making with data-driven insights, and drive digital transformation initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to optimise business processes, ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members and contribute to developing internal best practices within our consultancy.

If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead business analysis workstreams, applying structured methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices
• Engage with stakeholders across public and private sector organisations, facilitating workshops and gathering requirements to ensure project alignment with policy, regulatory, and operational objectives, while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and communication channels
• Develop business cases and investment appraisals to support decision-making for large-scale government programmes, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic goals, while clearly communicating the benefits and risks to stakeholders
• Apply data-driven methodologies to assess service performance, leveraging tools such as Power BI, Excel, and automation technologies to drive evidence-based decisions, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data used in analysis
• Support digital transformation and service redesign initiatives, helping agencies integrate emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and cloud-based solutions to enhance operational effectiveness and maintain scalability, security, and compliance
• Conduct business process modelling and re-engineering, identifying inefficiencies and designing optimised workflows that meet compliance and security requirements, employing techniques such as BPMN or UML
• Work within complex regulatory and governance frameworks, ensuring all analysis and recommendations align with government policies, procurement regulations, and security protocols, while staying updated on changes in legislation affecting the sector
• Support the development of internal best practices within our consultancy, contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives and capability-building for our Business Analysis function, including mentoring junior analysts and developing training programs.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in business analysis within a consulting environment or client-facing roles
• Experience working within or alongside the public sector or defence organisations (e.g., MoD, Home Office, local government, or other civil service bodies)
• Expertise in business analysis methodologies, including Agile BA, BPMN, process mapping, and requirements elicitation
• Ability to produce clear, comprehensive, and well-structured documentation, including business requirements, process maps, project plans, user guides, and technical reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to organisational standards
• Expertise in identifying, analysing, and validating business and user requirements to inform decision-making
• Understanding of digital transformation within government, including GDS standards, procurement frameworks (e.g., G-Cloud, Digital Outcomes & Specialists), and cloud migration strategies
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in business process modelling, financial assessment, and digital transformation
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders, influence decision-making, and drive business change

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Stage 1: 20 min video call with a member of the hiring team

Stage 2: 90 min F2F interview in our Shoreditch office including presentation

OUR BENEFITS:

At ADSP, we believe in rewarding talent and supporting your growth. Here's what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Competitive compensation package including annual performance bonus
• 26 days of annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus your birthday off
• BUPA Private Healthcare
• Enhanced family leave
• £1,000 annual development budget
• Flexible hybrid working (1 day a week in our modern Shoreditch office)
• Remote working from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks each year
• Latest tech that suits your needs: high-spec Windows machine or a MacBook
• Free snacks and drinks, and regular team socials
• Supportive entrepreneurial environment offering a ton of autonomy and opportunity to work on a variety of projects, technologies and industries

Join us and realise your full potential in a collaborative, forward-thinking team, where your work will help shape the future.

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