JOB DESCRIPTION
Join Kainos and Shape the Future
At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.
We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.
The role
As a Senior Business Analyst at Kainos,you’llplay a critical role in ensuring that the solutions we deliver meet the real needs of our customers and their users.
You’llwork closely with delivery teams, product colleagues, and clients to understand complex business needs, articulate problems clearly, and design cost-effective digital solutions that make a tangible difference.
Sitting between business and technology,you’lltranslate ambiguity into clarity-helping teams move forward with confidence, purpose, and shared understanding.
Whatyou’llbe doing
1. Leading analysis activities to ensure solutions meet user and business needs
2. Articulating problems and processes clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
3. Facilitating workshops and discussions to drive alignment and decision-making
4. Translating business requirements into clear, actionable user stories
5. Managing and refining backlogs to ensure priorities and value are well understood
6. Modelling as-is and to-be business processes to support change and buy-in
7. Supporting delivery teams to design cost-effective, high-quality solutions
8. Building trusted relationships with stakeholders and delivery teams
9. Working within commercial and delivery constraints whilemaintainingquality
Whatwe’relooking for
10. Experience delivering bespoke software in agile teams for external clients
11. UK public sector or healthcare experience (essential)
12. Strong understanding of the full delivery lifecycle, from analysis through to live service
13. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence to challenge constructively
14. High-quality user story writing and backlog management experience
15. Strong business process modelling and facilitation skills
16. Broad understanding of business and technology, with awareness of industry trends
17. Comfortable working to tight deadlines in complex environments
18. Experience working in multi-disciplinary delivery teams
Embracing our differences
At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.
Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.
We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.