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 improve our operations and deliver more for the environment. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will analyze user and business needs, ensuring outcomes align with service vision and business strategy. You will bridge current and future business models and contribute to the business architecture, acting as a critical friend to develop fit-for-purpose solutions. Collaboration and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels will be key, working alongside project teams, technical teams, and stakeholders.
Senior BAs will lead in identifying opportunities and implementing improvements for the Business Analysis Service, supporting colleagues and shaping work scope.
The Team
The Business Analysis Service operates mainly within the Chief Regulator Group, supporting various change and improvement initiatives. Our mission is to empower colleagues through insightful analysis to maximize opportunities and resources, supporting sustainable development and creating better places for people and wildlife.
We promote flexible working to foster work-life balance and reduce our carbon footprint.
Experience/Skills Required
* Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide colleagues, lead projects, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to convey findings and recommendations effectively.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Proven experience engaging with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in.
* Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex problems and identify issues and opportunities.
* Project Delivery: Experience managing analytical support products like requirements catalogs, impact assessments, and business process models.
Desirable Experience/Qualifications
* Extensive 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 Agile or Government Digital Service environments.
* Experience leading refinement sessions.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing.
Additional Information
This role includes an inclusive incident management objective, with support for finding suitable roles and appropriate training. The position is flexible/hybrid with an EA Office base location. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please review the Candidate/Additional Information Pack for details. For inquiries, contact trevor.bragg@environment-agency.gov.uk or andrew.harley@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed based on competency questions. If you agree to be on a reserve list, your details will be kept for 6 months for potential alternative roles.
Competencies
1. Focuses on Customers and Partners: Provide an example of proactively addressing stakeholder needs and exceeding expectations.
2. Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Share an example of analyzing and resolving a complex business problem with significant consequences, ensuring effectiveness and sustainability.
3. Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation, and Quality: Describe leading an initiative to develop and implement an innovative process, challenges faced, and how they were overcome.
4. Influences and Persuades Others: Provide an example of influencing senior management or stakeholders to support a critical project amidst challenges, including techniques used and outcomes.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; therefore, employment terms differ from Crown Servants. Flexible working and diversity are supported, with guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. For supplier inquiries, visit the Crown Commercial Service website.
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