Senior Business Analyst - Environment and Business (E&B) - 30749
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 to help improve our operations for greater environmental impact. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will analyze user and business needs, ensuring outcomes align with our service vision and business strategy. You will facilitate the connection between current and future business models and contribute to our business architecture. You will work constructively to challenge and act as a critical friend, ensuring solutions are fit for purpose. Collaboration and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels are essential, supporting design, build, and delivery processes.
Senior BAs will lead in identifying opportunities and implementing improvements within the Business Analysis Service, supporting colleagues, and shaping work scope.
The Team
The Business Analysis Service primarily supports the Chief Regulator Group, leading various change initiatives. Our mission is to empower colleagues through insightful analysis to maximize opportunities and resources, aiding informed decisions for better places for people and wildlife, and supporting sustainable development. We promote flexible working to support work-life balance and reduce our carbon footprint.
Experience/Skills Required
* Leadership: Strong leadership skills guiding colleagues, leading projects, and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for conveying findings and recommendations effectively.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Proven experience engaging with senior stakeholders for project alignment.
* Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex problems and identify opportunities for informed decisions.
* Project Delivery: Experience managing analytical support products like requirements catalogues, impact assessments, and business process models.
Desirable Experience/Qualifications
* Substantial experience as a Business Analyst or similar role.
* Relevant qualifications in business analysis.
* Ability to switch between tasks/projects supporting business needs.
* Experience working in an Agile environment or with Government Digital Service.
* Experience leading refinement sessions.
* Commitment to Continuous Professional Development and sharing expertise.
Additional Information
You will have an inclusive development plan, with support for finding a suitable role and appropriate training. The role is flexible/hybrid, based at an EA Office. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please review the Candidate/Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact trevor.bragg@environment-agency.gov.uk or andrew.harley@environment-agency.gov.uk. Applications are assessed based on competency questions, with a possibility of being placed on a reserve list for future opportunities.
Competencies
1. Focus on Customers and Partners: Provide examples of proactively addressing stakeholder needs and exceeding expectations.
2. Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Share an example of analyzing and resolving a complex problem with significant consequences, ensuring an effective and sustainable solution.
3. Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality: Describe leading an initiative to develop and implement an innovative process, including challenges faced and overcome.
4. Influences and Persuades Others: Provide an example of influencing senior management or stakeholders to support a critical project despite challenges.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; therefore, employment terms differ. We value diversity and inclusivity, support flexible working, and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. For more details on procurement, visit the specified government link.
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