Business Analyst - Environment and Business (E&B) - 30748
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Job Description
The Environment Agency is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the environment, creating a better place for people and nature. Tackling the climate emergency is at the heart of all we do.
We are seeking a passionate individual who wants to help improve our operations to deliver even more for the environment. As a Business Analyst, you will understand and analyse user and business needs, ensuring outcomes align with service vision and business strategy. You will facilitate the connection between current and future business models and contribute to the business architecture. You will challenge constructively and act as a critical friend to develop fit-for-purpose solutions. Additionally, you will collaborate and communicate effectively with all stakeholders to support the design, build, and delivery processes, working alongside project teams, technical teams, and stakeholders at all levels.
The team
The Business Analysis Service primarily operates within the Chief Regulator Group, leading and supporting various critical change and improvement initiatives. Our mission is to empower colleagues through insightful analysis to optimise opportunities and resources, enabling informed decisions that contribute to creating better places for people and wildlife, and supporting sustainable development.
We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance and reduce our carbon footprint.
Experience/skills Required
We’re looking for candidates passionate about the environment and responding to the climate emergency. You should demonstrate:
* Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data and processes to identify issues and opportunities for informed decisions.
* Communication: Strong verbal and written skills to convey findings and recommendations effectively.
* Stakeholder Management: Experience managing relationships with projects, teams, and senior management for successful collaboration.
* Project Delivery: Experience delivering projects within structured frameworks, managing and completing them successfully and on time.
* Requirements Gathering: Experience in gathering and documenting business requirements to meet project objectives.
Desirable Experience/Qualifications
* Experience as a Business Analyst or similar role.
* Relevant qualifications in business analysis.
* Proficiency with business analysis tools and methodologies.
* Experience working with internal and external stakeholders.
* Familiarity with the Project Delivery Capability Framework.
Contact and additional information
There are 3 roles available: 2 permanent and 1 fixed-term contract until 30th April 2027. We offer inclusive development plans and appropriate training. The role is flexible/hybrid with a national base location. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please read the Candidate/Additional Information Pack for details. For queries, contact trevor.bragg@environment-agency.gov.uk or andrew.harley@environment-agency.gov.uk. Applications are assessed based on competency questions, and we may hold your details for 6 months for alternative opportunities.
Competencies
1. Focus on Customers and Partners: Provide examples of proactively addressing stakeholder needs and delivering rapid, effective responses.
2. Decisiveness and Problem Solving: Share examples of analyzing information to identify solutions and making timely decisions.
3. Efficiency, Innovation, and Quality: Describe implementing new processes that improved efficiency or quality and their impacts.
4. Influencing and Persuading: Provide examples of influencing others to achieve successful outcomes and ensuring buy-in.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; therefore, employment does not confer Civil Service or Crown status. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome flexible working arrangements. We support applicants with disabilities through our Guaranteed Interview Policy. For external recruitment, we utilize government frameworks and cannot engage directly via post, email, or phone.
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