Business Analyst
Grade: SO2
Contract: Fixed-term 6 months
Salary: £20.93 per hour
Location: Fareham
Working Pattern: 3 days in office 2 days WFH after initial training period
Vetting Level Required: Must be able to obtain NPPV3
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join the Continuous Improvement Team. This role plays a vital part in delivering continuous improvement and transformational change across the organisation. Working closely with operational teams, senior leaders, and external suppliers, you will identify process inefficiencies, gather and document requirements, and apply robust data analysis to support evidence-based decision-making. This is a high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys working at pace on meaningful change initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development and delivery of digital transformation, process improvement, and optimisation initiatives
* Engage stakeholders at all levels to gather, analyse, and document business requirements and process maps
* Apply advanced analytical techniques to identify trends, root causes, risks, and opportunities for improvement
* Produce clear, high-quality reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences
* Manage analysis deliverables through approval and formal change control processes
* Work with third-party suppliers to ensure system changes align with business needs and organisational objectives
* Track project milestones, risks, and progress, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting
* Contribute to business case development, aligning analysis with organisational priorities and resource constraints
* Support senior analysts and project managers in the delivery of complex change programmes
* Provide mentoring and guidance where required, promoting best practice in business analysis
Essential Criteria
Qualifications
* Educated to QCF Level 4 or equivalent experience
* Professional practitioner-level qualification in Business Analysis (e.g. BCS Level 4, International Diploma in Business Analysis)
Experience & Skills
* Significant experience working as a Business Analyst or in a similar analytical role
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
* Proven experience of stakeholder engagement and requirements gathering across multiple organisational levels
* Experience supporting digital transformation or system change projects
* Ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences
* Experience using digital tools for data analysis, workflow optimisation, and process mapping
Desirable
* Experience using data analysis or business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, SQL)
* Experience working with SaaS solutions
Additional Information
* The role requires compliance with GDPR and information-handling policies
* Occasional travel within the UK or overseas may be required; a valid passport and access to reliable transport are essential
* There may be occasional requirements to work unsocial hours, with appropriate allowances paid
* Appointment is subject to a 6-month probationary period and maintaining the required level of vetting
* Ongoing training and professional development will be required
The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
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