Business Analyst

We are seeking a talented Business Analyst to steer projects that align with policy and regulatory objectives through effective stakeholder engagement and requirement gathering. In this role, you will develop compelling business cases, support decision-making with data-driven insights, and drive digital transformation initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to optimise business processes, ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions. Additionally, you will contribute to developing internal best practices within our consultancy.

If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead business analysis workstreams, applying structured methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices
• Engage with stakeholders across public and private sector organisations, facilitating workshops and gathering requirements to ensure project alignment with policy, regulatory, and operational objectives, while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and communication channels
• Develop business cases and investment appraisals to support decision-making for large-scale government programmes, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic goals, while clearly communicating the benefits and risks to stakeholders
• Apply data-driven methodologies to assess service performance, leveraging tools such as Power BI, Excel, and automation technologies to drive evidence-based decisions, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data used in analysis
• Support digital transformation and service redesign initiatives, helping agencies integrate emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and cloud-based solutions to enhance operational effectiveness and maintain scalability, security, and compliance
• Conduct business process modelling and re-engineering, identifying inefficiencies and designing optimised workflows that meet compliance and security requirements, employing techniques such as BPMN or UML
• Work within complex regulatory and governance frameworks, ensuring all analysis and recommendations align with government policies, procurement regulations, and security protocols, while staying updated on changes in legislation affecting the sector
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including policy advisors, IT specialists, procurement officers, and programme managers, to deliver end-to-end solutions, promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Support the development of internal best practices within our consultancy, contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives and capability-building for our Business Analysis function

Key Requirements:

• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Power BI, automation technologies, and AI-driven solutions
• Proven expertise in business analysis methodologies, including Agile BA, BPMN, process mapping, and requirements elicitation
• Expertise in identifying, analysing, and validating business and user requirements to inform decision-making
• Familiarity with financial and economic appraisal techniques, including HM Treasury’s Green Book principles (desirable for UK-based roles)
• Understanding of digital transformation within government, including GDS standards, procurement frameworks (e.g., G-Cloud, Digital Outcomes \& Specialists), and cloud migration strategies
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in business process modelling, financial assessment, and digital transformation
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders, influence decision-making, and drive business change
• Security clearance eligibility (e.g., SC or DV clearance may be required depending on project assignments).

Interview Process:

Stage 1: 20 min video call with the Hiring Manager

Stage 2: 90 min F2F interview in our London office

OUR BENEFITS:

At ADSP, we believe in rewarding talent and supporting your growth. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Competitive compensation package including annual performance bonus
• 26 days of annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus your birthday off
• BUPA Private Healthcare
• Enhanced family leave
• £1,000 annual development budget
• Flexible hybrid working (2 days a week in our modern Shoreditch office)
• Remote working from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks each year
• Latest tech that suits your needs: high-spec Windows machine or a MacBook
• Free snacks and drinks, and regular team socials
• Supportive entrepreneurial environment offering a ton of autonomy and opportunity to work on a variety of projects, technologies and industries

OUR COMMITTMENT TO DEI:

At ADSP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive hiring process and believe in creating an environment where all candidates have equal opportunities to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Do you hold sole British Citizenship? This role will require working on defence projects that are 'UK Eyes Only'.
• Do you meet the requirements for SC clearance? You must have lived in the UK for at least the last 5 years AND spent no more than 30 consecutive days outside the UK in the past 5 years.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC2A