Transformation Business Analyst

Key role within the Transformation and Delivery Unit, supporting the delivery of the Council's transformation and improvement portfolio.

Working across major transformation projects and programmes, you will lead complex business analysis activities to help services define problems, identify opportunities, redesign processes and develop sustainable solutions that deliver measurable benefits for residents and the organisation.

You will work across the full project lifecycle, from problem definition, requirements gathering and process redesign through to target operating model development, business case production, solution design and testing. The role requires strong analytical capability, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to operate effectively in complex and changing environments.

You will also contribute to the development of the Council's business analysis capability by sharing knowledge, promoting best practice, supporting colleagues and helping to establish consistent approaches across transformation initiatives.

Please refer to the Job Description attached for further information about the role.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Tojomul Ali, Lead Transformation Business Analyst, at [email removed].

Candidate Profile

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with a strong track record of delivering business analysis within complex transformation, change and service improvement programmes.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive experience applying business analysis tools, methods and techniques in complex project environments.
• Strong experience in business process mapping, process redesign and continuous improvement.
• Experience developing target operating models, conducting organisational analysis and supporting service transformation.
• Experience preparing robust business cases and contributing to benefits realisation.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills, including working with senior leaders.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and navigate ambiguity effectively.
• A strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and best practice.
• Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting colleagues and promoting knowledge sharing across teams.
• A recognised business analysis qualification or equivalent relevant experience.

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Application Guidance

Please upload your personal statement under the Relevant Experience and Skills section of the application form. Your personal statement should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria set out in the Person Specification and should not exceed two sides of A4.

Where AI tools have been used to support the preparation of your application, please declare this within your application. Any information provided must be an accurate reflection of your own experience, skills and knowledge.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping and delivering significant transformation across the Council, helping to improve services, outcomes and value for residents while working on a diverse and challenging portfolio of change initiatives.

Recruitment Details

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role, please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.