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Business Analyst  

Bedford, Hybrid Permanent  

£43,142 per annum    

The Business Analyst plays a key advisory role, responsible for analysing business situations, identifying opportunities for improvement, and ensuring the successful implementation of solutions that align with business needs. This includes gathering requirements, facilitating workshops, producing documentation, and supporting testing and implementation. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• p>Investigate and analyse business problems and opportunities. 

• Define and document business and user requirements. 

• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings. 

• Produce artefacts such as process maps, user stories, personas, and technical specifications. 

• Support functional and user acceptance testing (UAT). 

• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts. 

• Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams. 

• Track and report on project benefits and ensure business value is realised. 

Key Skills & Attributes:  

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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Skilled in requirements elicitation and documentation. 

• Experience with UAT planning and execution. 

• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. 

Knowledge & Experience:  

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Proven experience in business analysis within complex environments. 

• Familiarity with business modelling techniques (e.g., use cases, process models). 

• Experience with MS Dynamics 365 and tools like Azure DevOps or JIRA. 

• Understanding of housing management systems (e.g., Orchard, Asprey) – desirable. 

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• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, housing legislation) – desirable. 

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Business Analysis certification (e.g., BCS, IIBA) – essential. 

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• Additional qualifications such as Six Sigma, PRINCE2, ITIL – desirable. 

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• Numerate degree – desirable. 

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Values & Behaviours:  

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• We are better together – collaborative and inclusive. 

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Business Analyst  

Bedford, Hybrid Permanent  

£43,142 per annum    

The Business Analyst plays a key advisory role, responsible for analysing business situations, identifying opportunities for improvement, and ensuring the successful implementation of solutions that align with business needs. This includes gathering requirements, facilitating workshops, producing documentation, and supporting testing and implementation. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• p>Investigate and analyse business problems and opportunities. 

• Define and document business and user requirements. 

• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings. 

• Produce artefacts such as process maps, user stories, personas, and technical specifications. 

• Support functional and user acceptance testing (UAT). 

• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts. 

• Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams. 

• Track and report on project benefits and ensure business value is realised. 

Key Skills & Attributes:  

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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Skilled in requirements elicitation and documentation. 

• Experience with UAT planning and execution. 

• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. 

Knowledge & Experience:  

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Proven experience in business analysis within complex environments. 

• Familiarity with business modelling techniques (e.g., use cases, process models). 

• Experience with MS Dynamics 365 and tools like Azure DevOps or JIRA. 

• Understanding of housing management systems (e.g., Orchard, Asprey) – desirable. 

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• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, housing legislation) – desirable. 

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Qualifications : 

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• Numerate degree – desirable. 

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Values & Behaviours:  

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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

Business Analyst

Permanent | £45,000 - £55,000 | Hybrid working - Milton Keynes

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Business Analyst to join a forward-thinking team during an exciting phase of transformation. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a significant project that will shape the future of their institution. As part of its ongoing digital transformation, the University is revamping enterprise-wide systems, including Student Management, Finance, HR, and data governance.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Working closely with the Project Management team
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to elicit, document, and prioritise business requirements.
• Leading your own workstreams and contributing to a positive change culture
• Collaborating across business areas to identify user needs and training gaps

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in Business Analysis
• Experience working on a large-scale transformation project
• Experience working in Higher Education
• Strong ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on a Student Record System Implementation Project.

Why Join?

• Impact : Be at the heart of a critical digital transformation
• Autonomy : Own your workstreams and influence how systems are adopted
• Flexibility : Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office)
• Benefits : Stong Pension package, 30 days + Bank Holidays and Closure days over Christmas)

If you're a natural communicator with a knack for training and transformation, this is a great opportunity to leave your mark on a major education project.

Target Start Date: September

Apply now or contact Oliver Tyrer at Gravitas For an informal chat on 07885637391 or via email at

Business Analyst

Knutsford/Northampton - Hybrid (2 days in the office is mandatory)

£55,000-60,000 per annum

We are actively looking to secure a Business Analyst to join Experis.

Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming.

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AVP Business Analyst

Northampton | Hybrid working available

Permanent | Up to £70,000 + bonus + benefits

Our client is a leading global financial institution with over 300 years of history and a strong presence in consumer banking, payments, and corporate financial services. With innovation and inclusivity at its core, the company is known for driving digital transformation across the financial ecosystem, offering employees a collaborative environment and long-term growth pathways.

About the Role

This is a high-impact opportunity for a driven Business Analyst to join a fast-paced change team within the Payments Acquiring division – a function that underpins payments processing for nearly a third of the UK high street. Sitting within the Change-The-Bank (CTB) team, you’ll play a key role in delivering payment solutions that support the organisation’s strategic roadmap and directly influence how customers and merchants transact every day.

You'll be part of a business-critical programme focused on enhancing payment infrastructure, driving innovation, and maintaining the highest standards of compliance and risk governance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the analysis and requirement gathering for small projects or individual workstreams on large programmes.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into clear, actionable solutions.
• Present options and recommendations that drive innovation while aligning with strategic delivery targets.
• Ensure all requirements are captured, documented, and signed off in line with governance standards.
• Operate within Agile or Waterfall delivery models, depending on project needs.
• Work cross-functionally with developers, testers, and product teams to ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose and delivered on time.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong business analysis background with experience working in cross-functional project teams.
• Ability to interpret data, spot patterns, and confidently communicate findings and recommendations.
• Familiarity with APIs, data transfers, and cloud-based applications.
• Deep understanding of Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and traditional SDLC methodologies.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills – able to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of SQL and interest in financial regulation.
• Domain experience in payments, acquiring, or wider fintech environments.

Why Apply?

• Work in a business area that’s critical to how payments function across the UK economy.
• Be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of transaction processing.
• Hybrid working and excellent career mobility within a global institution.
• Competitive salary package with bonus, pension, and flexible benefits.

If you're an experienced Business Analyst ready to help shape the future of payments infrastructure – this role offers the scale, complexity, and challenge to accelerate your career.

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If youre a strategic thinker with a curious mind and a passion for solving real-world problems, this could be the perfect role to launch your career.

Our clienta top-tier consultancy working with leading organisations across industriesis looking for a motivated Trainee Business Analyst to join their high-performing team. In this entry-l.

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*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+