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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+

• Lead the elicitation and documentation of business requirements from stakeholders at all levels.
• Analyze and map current-state business processes and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Define future-state processes and systems, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and focus groups to gather and validate requirements.
• Develop detailed functional and non-functional specifications for software development teams.
• Create process models, use cases, user stories, and other documentation to clearly articulate requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, developers, testers, and end-users throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide training and documentation for end-users.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues related to business requirements and process changes.
• Contribute to pre-sales activities, including scoping and proposal development.

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within a consultancy or complex project environment.
• Proven experience in digital transformation projects, business process re-engineering, and requirements management.
• Strong understanding of various software development lifecycles (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using business analysis tools and techniques (e.g., BPMN, UML, JIRA).
• Experience working directly with clients and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a project team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and driving client success.

• Lead and manage the civils elements of the highways project.
• Oversee site teams and subcontractors to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Develop, monitor, and report on project programmes and progress.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and resources effectively.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, to specification, and within agreed timelines.
• Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients.
• Maintain excellent records, reporting, and documentation.

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in civils/highways projects.
• Strong understanding of highways construction methods, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage programmes, budgets, and multiple stakeholders.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid (preferred).

Carmichael UK is seeking a dedicated Contract Project Manager for a prestigious client based in Devon, South West. This long-term opportunity offers a competitive daily rate of £500 - £600 (PAYE Umbrella).

Ideal candidates will have proven experience as an Agent or Project Manager within tier 1 heavy civils contracts. You will be responsible for overseeing project delivery, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

• Managing contractual obligations and ensuring adherence to project specifications
• Coordination between client, design teams, and contractors
• Monitoring progress, costs, and quality control measures
• Resolving technical and operational issues promptly
• Providing leadership and supervision to project teams to meet deadlines

If you have relevant experience and are seeking a challenging and rewarding role, we look forward to your application. *NOTE* you must be British or NATO citizen due to security clearance parameters 

Looking for your next challenge HellermannTyton is hiring a Project Manager – New Product Development to join our team in Plymouth.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Based in Plymouth, PL6 5XP supporting the wider UK business; hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Salary: Competitive

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday – 08:30 to 17:00, Friday – 08:30 to 15:30

About Us:

At HellermannTyton, we’re more than just a leading manufacturer - we’re a trusted global partner in cable management, data connectivity, and network infrastructure solutions.

Since 1935, our mission has been to provide innovative solutions for all cable management needs – with customer satisfaction as our priority. Our portfolio includes more than 75,000 items, and we operate 15 world-class manufacturing facilities in 38 countries, employing over 6,000 people.

You will be joining a business with ambitious growth plans, currently undergoing a period of change to enhance our performance and seize every opportunity for greater success. We strive to be elite and are looking for individuals who share this vision.

Project Manager – The Role:

As a Project Manager in the New Product Development (NPD) team at HellermannTyton, you’ll manage the full lifecycle of projects—from enquiry to production handover.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a fast-paced industry and flexible company structure. You’ll collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, contribute to decision-making, and help shape culture, strategy, and growth. The NPD team fosters a positive working environment that values both professional and human connections. While we don’t have table tennis or foosball, we do have 3D printers and other fun gadgets!

Travel to the Manchester site is expected approximately once per month to support collaboration and relationships.

Project Manager - Key Responsibilities:

- Act as the main contact for new project enquiries. Lead kick-off meetings, assess feasibility, and recommend next steps

- Create and maintain project plans and timelines, ensuring alignment with customer needs and internal capacity

- Estimate development and manufacturing costs

- Manage projects through all development stages - from concept to production - ensuring quality and compliance

- Lead cross-functional teams, secure resources, and coordinate activities across departments

- Ensure adherence to APQP and internal project delivery methods

- Run regular project reviews, maintain documentation, and provide clear updates to stakeholders

Project Manager - You:

- A relevant degree or equivalent experience

- Experience in delivering complex projects, ideally in the automotive, aerospace, or rail sectors

- You should be comfortable working with cross-functional teams, managing stakeholders, and navigating structured development processes like APQP

- Strong project management skills and knowledge of full product lifecycle

- Experience in technical industries (automotive, aerospace, rail)

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project tools (e.g., MS Project)

- Willingness to travel (UK and abroad); full driving licence

Benefits:

- Enhanced annual leave

- Enhanced family-friendly leave policies

- An enhanced sick pay scheme

- Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support, including access to counselling, an employee assistance programme, mortgage brokering services, and additional resources for you and your family

- Free on-site car parking

- Subsidised canteen facilities at our larger locations

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List for recruitment agencies and are not currently seeking additional partners. Any CVs submitted speculatively by agencies outside of our PSL will be treated as a gift, and no fees will be payable.

Ready to make an impact To submit your CV for this Project Manager opportunity click ‘Apply’ now and be part of a team that drives the future of the business!

Project Manager - Commercial, Residential & Healthcare Projects

South West

£40,000 - £60,000 + benefits

Are you looking for the chance to take ownership of varied, high-quality projects in the South West? We're working with a well-established consultancy that delivers across commercial, residential, and healthcare sectors - and they're looking for a Project Manager to join their growing team.

This role offers the opportunity to work on an exciting mix of projects, from modern commercial developments to complex healthcare schemes, all while enjoying a supportive environment that values collaboration and progression.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery

• Acting as the client's key point of contact, providing confident and proactive consultancy support

• Coordinating design and delivery teams to keep programmes, costs, and quality on track

• Managing risks, budgets, and timelines effectively

• Supporting the wider team and contributing to the consultancy's continued growth

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience delivering projects within consultancy or client-side roles

• Exposure to commercial, residential, or healthcare schemes

• Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach

• Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MAPM, or working towards these (desirable)

Why this role?

This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your project experience across multiple sectors while working within a supportive, ambitious consultancy. With a clear path for career progression and the chance to make a real impact on the delivery of landmark projects in the region, it's a role well suited to a motivated Project Manager ready to take the next step. For more information, please contact Halim Ahmad on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Carriera Limited values diversity and promotes equality and no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are open to discussing any reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements you may require to support your application. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. When advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business for the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003. All applications will be held in strict confidence and in accordance with our privacy policy 

• Lead and manage the civils elements of the highways project.
• Oversee site teams and subcontractors to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Develop, monitor, and report on project programmes and progress.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and resources effectively.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, to specification, and within agreed timelines.
• Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients.
• Maintain excellent records, reporting, and documentation.

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in civils/highways projects.
• Strong understanding of highways construction methods, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage programmes, budgets, and multiple stakeholders.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid (preferred).

Are you a technically minded Project Manager with a Building Surveying background? Do you want to work on high-profile, diverse projects while being part of a sociable and ambitious team? If so, apply today!

This established consultancy is looking for a Project Manager to join their growing team in Plymouth. You'll step into a key role supporting directors and senior surveyors, helping to deliver a wide range of multi-million-pound projects across the residential, healthcare, commercial, heritage and public sectors.

The Opportunity:
You'll play a central role in the delivery of projects, from small-scale refurbishments through to large, multi-million-pound developments. Their pipeline includes everything from housing and healthcare improvements to commercial redevelopments, heritage restorations, and complex distressed schemes that need turning around. No two days are the same, and you'll gain exposure to both public and private sector clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest quality standards

• Act as the client's key point of contact, building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships

• Prepare, monitor and manage project programmes, budgets and risk registers

• Undertake technical due diligence and condition surveys when required

• Produce reports, project documentation and funding applications for client approval

• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, consultants and contractors

• Provide technical input across design, procurement and delivery stages

• Support distressed projects, helping to bring them back on track

• Represent the business at networking events and on professional frameworks

Requirements :

• 2-3 years' experience (consultancy, PM or BS background)

• Experience across public and private sectors - ideally larger scale residential, commercial, education or healthcare

• APC completed or close to completion

• Flexibility to travel

• Sociable, proactive, and confident working in an open-plan, collaborative environment

• Pre and post contract experience

This role is ideal for someone who has moved into project management from a technical surveying background and wants to grow into a senior role!

Why join?

• Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 depending on experience

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Hybrid working

• Private health cover

• Pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• MacBook and IT kit provided

• Regular team socials, Christmas celebrations (think archery, clay pigeon shooting, quizzes and more!)

You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, fun, and professional growth. Apply today and make your mark in your team!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.