Digital Business Analyst

Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Business Analyst to support the delivery of high-impact, innovative digital solutions across Energy, Defence and Infrastructure. This is a key role within the Digital Delivery Team, contributing to some of the UK’s most critical infrastructure initiatives.

You will be reporting directly to the Digital Programme Delivery Director and be supported by Project Managers to drive insight, process optimisation, Transformation and momentum across complex and evolving delivery landscape. You will be responsible for conducting business analysis activities including leading workshops, gathering and documenting business requirements and mapping current and future state processes. You will translate business needs into clear user stories and functional specifications, and work closely with the stakeholders, vendors and QA teams to ensure solutions meet expectations.

This is a role for someone who can bring structured problem-solving to complex issues and is confident in identifying opportunities for improvement in existing ways of working. 

Key Responsibilities

Programme Leadership

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of digital programmes, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget

• Define programme objectives, success criteria, and measurable outcomes aligned with organisational strategy

• Manage risks, dependencies, and interdependencies across multiple projects

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior leaders, project teams, and external partners to ensure alignment and buy-in

• Act as the primary point of contact for programme updates, providing clear communication and reporting to stakeholders

• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and feedback

Team Management

• Provide leadership and direction to project managers and cross-functional teams

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Support team development through coaching, mentoring, and performance management

Strategic Planning and Delivery

• Develop and maintain programme plans, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities

• Monitor progress, track KPIs, and ensure delivery of agreed benefits

• Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to enhance programme outcomes

Governance and Compliance

• Ensure programmes adhere to governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain accurate documentation, including risk registers, issue logs, and change control records

• Conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and inform future initiatives

Here's What You'll Need

• Proven experience in leading large-scale digital transformation programmes

• Experience of devising and managing project/programme budgets in excess of a million pounds

• Strong knowledge of programme and project management methodologies

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

• Technical understanding of digital platforms, systems, and emerging technologies

• Experience in MOD, Construction, Nuclear, transport and Public Sector, industries

• Strategic thinker with a solution-oriented mindset

• Collaborative and empathetic leader who inspires and motivates teams

• Adaptable and resilient in the face of challenges

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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