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The ideal candidate is a team player who will be responsible for working with company data in various business areas.

Responsibilities

Proficiency in eliciting, analyzing, and documenting business requirements from stakeholders across various departments.

**Data Analysis:** Ability to gather and analyze Media realated data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business decisions.

*Experience with business process modeling and optimization to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within Media operations.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, and vendors.

**Problem-Solving:** Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to address complex business challenges and propose innovative solutions.

Basic understanding of Media Asset Managemnt tools and technologies "

Business Analyst

Department: IT

Reports To: Senior Strategic Programme Manager

Location: Northampton office

Employment Type: Maternity Cover

What It’s All About - The Role

The Business Analyst will support the Senior Strategic Programme Manager in driving critical initiatives that align with the company's long-term vision and objectives. The Analyst will gather and analyse data, develop insights, and assist in the planning and execution of high impact, IT related projects across various business units. This role requires a high level of analytical thinking, attention to detail, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of key IT strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis & Reporting:

Gather and analyse datasets to identify trends, opportunities, and risks. Utilise reports and dashboards to inform decision-making.

Project Support:

Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic projects. Monitor progress, identify potential roadblocks, and recommend solutions to keep projects on track.

Stakeholder Communication:

Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to collect relevant information and support the alignment of project objectives. Prepare presentations and status updates for senior management.

Process Improvement:

Support in the identification of opportunities for process improvement across various business units, proposing solutions to optimise efficiency.

Strategic Planning:

Assist in the development of long-term strategic plans by providing data-driven insights and recommendations to the Senior Strategic Program Manager.

Financial Modelling & Forecasting:

Support financial analysis related to strategic initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost-benefit analysis.

Risk Management:

Help identify potential risks within strategic initiatives and aid the proposal of mitigation strategies.

Additional Information:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to break down complex problems and analyse data to generate actionable solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in managing data, reports, and project updates.
• Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams and foster productive relationships.
• Time Management: Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality work on tight deadlines.
• Strategic Mindset: Forward-thinking approach to help the team identify long-term opportunities and risks.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Attained or working toward the BCS Business Analysis Foundation qualification.
• 2+ years of experience in a similar analytical role, preferably within a project management or strategic planning environment.
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret data sets and provide actionable insights.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Some understanding in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI) for analytical reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Winvic Core Values

• Respect - For all of our colleagues, regardless of their position in the organisation. Respect for suppliers, communities, the environment – and for our customers. By valuing the opinions and concerns of others our solutions deliver the best outcome for all stakeholders.
• Loyalty - To our customers, each other, and our suppliers.
• Honesty - Allows us to tackle difficult conversations constructively. Straight-talking generates trust and helps to solve problems quickly. We keep clients in the picture at all times, so there will be no nasty surprises on cost or delivery.
• Challenging/questioning - Always asking ourselves if there is a better way. The commitment to continuous improvement underpins our position as industry leaders.
• Passion: pride, tenacity, drive - The winning mentality. If it’s in our hearts it’s at the heart of the business. The most important ingredient in the recipe for success.

How To Apply: Email CV and a covering letter stating where you saw the advertisement to

We are supporting a highly successful business based in Peterborough with recruiting for a Business Analyst on a permanent basis. This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm. You will be offered a salary of 40k, plus hybrid working with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.

The successful candidate will be responsible for gathering and understanding the business needs of the organisation within specific projects and operational improvement initiatives. If you are an experienced Business Analyst, looking for a new and exciting opportunity, then we would love to hear from you!

To be successful in this role the following skills and attributes will be utilised daily, attention to detail and accuracy used when compiling reports, communication when liaising with both the client and internal departments. Strong logical approach and analytical skills when reviewing information with the ability to identify any discrepancies and solve problems as an when they occur.

If you feel you possess the above skills and enjoy working with Excel, reports and data then we would love to hear from you.

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

• Assisting in the collection and documentation of business requirements from stakeholders.
• Supporting the analysis of business processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Creating process maps, data models, and user stories.
• Conducting research and data analysis to support project objectives.
• Preparing reports and presentations on findings and recommendations.
• Collaborating with project teams and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Learning and applying business analysis tools and techniques.
• Contributing to the firm's knowledge management efforts.

• Strong academic background, with A-Levels or equivalent qualifications, preferably in Business, Economics, IT, or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn and develop.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Senior Business Analyst / Business Architect (Tooling & Agile Enablement Focus)

We are reshaping the way we deliver value by moving to a Product & Platform (P&P) model . This transformation underpins our strategy to scale agility, drive efficiency, and improve customer outcomes.

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst / Business Architect with a focus on Tooling and Agile Enablement, ensuring the right systems, processes, and tools are in place to support this journey.

In this role you will:

• Assess current processes and tooling - Map existing systems, identify pain points, and evaluate risks from ideation to delivery.

• Shape strategic processes - Translate top-down functional design into tooling and process requirements.

• Lead RFP activity - Manage vendor selection for new systems/tools and any system integrator support.

• Implement new tooling - Oversee design roll-out, process alignment, and feedback loops.

• Drive adoption - Champion adoption across domains and P&P squads, working closely with Business Change and Tooling teams.

This is a hands-on transformation role , ideal for someone who can balance strategic design with practical delivery.

• Demonstrable experience as a Business Analyst / Business Architect with tooling/process transformation expertise.

• Experience with end-to-end tooling implementations in Agile/technology-driven environments.

• Strong knowledge of Agile Product & Platform delivery models .

• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across multiple domains.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience of TOM definition and implementation on an enterprise scale.

• Ideally consultancy background (Big 4 or equivalent).

• Ability to operate independently and confidently in non-traditional team structures.

Senior Business Analyst / Business Architect (Planning & Funding Focus)

We are transitioning to a Product & Platform (P&P) operating model, moving towards outcome-based delivery that improves both efficiency and customer experience.

We're seeking a Senior Business Analyst / Business Architect to shape and embed key areas of this future framework, covering Integrated Business Planning, Cross-Domain Planning, Demand Management & Prioritisation, and Funding Models.

You will act as a strategic partner, working with senior stakeholders to:

• Integrated Business Planning - Define the vision, processes, and service catalogue, ensuring outcome and value alignment.

• Cross-Domain Planning - Design frameworks to manage dependencies across multiple domains.

• Demand Management & Prioritisation - Standardise demand intake, backlog triage, and prioritisation methods.

• Funding Model - Monitor and evolve a new funding approach, ensuring feedback loops and improvements.

This is a high-autonomy role , requiring influence at Exec/Director level and the ability to design operating models that stick.

• Proven success as a Business Analyst / Business Architect in complex organisations.

• Strong experience with Target Operating Model (TOM) creation and implementation on a large scale.

• Deep knowledge of Agile ways of working, not just tooling and process, but also cultural adoption and transition.

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, comfortable at Exec/Director level.

• Ideally consultancy background (Big 4 or equivalent).

• Resilient, confident, and able to thrive in ambiguous, self-directed environments .

*Please note this is a training course and fees apply*

What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme?

Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position.

This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative.

What does a Business Analyst do?

A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification.

To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication.

You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team.

The role will generally include:-

• Analysing elements within the business or the whole business
li>Making evaluations of all available data
• Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements
• Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements
• Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation.
• Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business.

Industry demand for Business Analysts

Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world.

Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden.

All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative,

How we help you get you first role

We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career.

How do we do this?

1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level.

2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews.

3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills.

Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available.

Finances

To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms.

What next?

To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you.

*Please note this is a training course and fees apply*

What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme?

Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position.

This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around 52k pa.

What does a Business Analyst do?

A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification.

To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication.

You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team.

The role will generally include:-

• Analysing elements within the business or the whole business
• Making evaluations of all available data
• Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements
• Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements
• Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation.
• Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business.

Industry demand for Business Analysts

Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world.

Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden.

All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of 100k pa.

How we help you get you first role

We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career.

How do we do this?

1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level.

2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews.

3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills.

Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available.

Finances

To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms.

What next?

To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you.

Typical Salaries

• Administrator/Support: 28,000
• Junior Business Analyst: 32,000
• Change Analyst: 37,000
• Systems Analyst: 42,000
• Business Analyst: 52,000
• Senior Business Analyst: 60,000+

*Please note this is a training course and fees apply*

What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme?

Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position.

This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around 52k pa.

What does a Business Analyst do?

A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification.

To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication.

You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team.

The role will generally include:-

• Analysing elements within the business or the whole business
• Making evaluations of all available data
• Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements
• Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements
• Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation.
• Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business.

Industry demand for Business Analysts

Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world.

Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden.

All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of 100k pa.

How we help you get you first role

We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career.

How do we do this?

1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level.

2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews.

3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills.

Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available.

Finances

To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms.

What next?

To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you.

Typical Salaries

• Administrator/Support: 28,000
• Junior Business Analyst: 32,000
• Change Analyst: 37,000
• Systems Analyst: 42,000
• Business Analyst: 52,000
• Senior Business Analyst: 60,000+