We have an incredible opportunity for a Junior Business Analyst to join our Change & Transformation team on a fixed term basis for 12 months, based in the Darlington office (hybrid based).
Who we areRailpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds.
Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.To learn more about Railpen including our values, culture and purpose, visit our LinkedIn Life page here
The roleWithin this role, you will be a valued member of the Change & Transformation team providing detailed, accurate and timely analysis across key projects and in accordance with the Change and Project Management Framework.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
The personAs a Business Analyst, you will bring a strong background in delivering analysis work across the project lifecycle. To be successful in this role you will you have experience with process mapping across complex environments and will have an ability to review and analyse the effectiveness of existing processes and where needed, accurately document the ‘As Is’ and ‘To Be’ process to encourage continuous improvement. Knowledge of industry standards for Business and Process Analysis including documentation, project lifecycle, implementation and governance is key.
We are looking for someone who has an ability to build collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the business to ensure successful delivery of key projects. You will be able to act as a conduit between developers and end business users and can undertake excellent written communications to end business users. Organisational skills and a proven ability to adapt and re-plan due to competing or changing priorities is key. As a Business Analyst, you will demonstrate a good understanding of problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations and develop practical solutions.
Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They’re what we stand for. You will actively demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment, to place the needs of the community above oneself and, through a culture of ‘fair challenge’, align to the best interests of our members.
What we can offer youRewarding youA competitive salary
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Colleague referral scheme
Employee assistance programme
Health cash plan
Eye care vouchers
Flu vaccination
Give as you earn scheme
Paid volunteering days
Please apply for the apply button or visit Careers Page by 5pm on Tuesday 13th May 2025.
Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life
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What We Do
The Railways Pension Scheme is one of the UK’s largest and longest established pension funds. Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion on behalf of the scheme’s 350,000 members who are connected to the railway industry.
Railpen's purpose is to secure our members' future. To achieve this we invest the scheme’s assets to generate strong returns over the long term.
Our members and their employers trust us with this very significant responsibility. We are proud of this responsibility, take it very seriously, and are committed to, and passionate about, improving their future lives.
Generating the required returns is challenging. To be successful we must constantly strive to be considered a world-class asset owner by our stakeholders, with a proven track record of adding value for our members. This means we have to have excellent people, doing exemplary work, in every part of our business.
We use the size of our assets to invest wisely and influentially. Our convictions and a clear set of investment beliefs guide us through complex and changing markets. We’re not afraid to think innovatively or act boldly in the best interests of the members we are proud to serve
