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Associate Digital Business Analyst
Digital Policing Directorate – West Yorkshire Police
Location: Force Headquarters, Wakefield
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid Working |37 hours per week
Salary: £32,247 – £40,893 per annum
Role Summary
Are you passionate about digital innovation and eager to launch or grow your career in business analysis? West Yorkshire Police’s Digital Policing Directorate is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Associate Digital Business Analyst to join our Innovation Team.
This role is ideal for individuals who are curious, analytical, and committed to making a difference through technology. Whether you're just starting out or looking to build on existing experience, we provide a supportive environment with on-the-job training and the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification in business analysis.
What You Will Be Doing
As an Associate Digital Business Analyst, you will work under the guidance of a Lead Business Analyst in:
Supporting the analysis and delivery of digital transformation projects.
Engaging with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and challenges.
Assisting in the development of business cases, process maps, and solution proposals.
Researching tools, techniques, and emerging technologies to inform project delivery.
Contributing to the continuous improvement of services and systems.
What We Are Looking For
A strong interest in digital transformation and innovation.
An understanding of business-customer relationships and stakeholder engagement.
A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
Willingness and ability to work towards industry-recognised business analysis qualifications (fully supported by West Yorkshire Police).
Education to A-level standard (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively.
Experience in researching and presenting information in a clear, structured format.
Awareness of current and emerging digital technologies and their potential applications.
What We Offer
Be part of a forward-thinking, innovative team driving digital change in policing.
Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Access funded training and development opportunities.
Enjoy flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
Contribute to meaningful projects that directly impact public safety and service delivery.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make a real difference through digital innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply:
Applicants are required to submit a covering letter and CV outlining how they meet the criteria outlined in Expertise in Role at Level 1 and in the 'Other' section of the Role Profile. We welcome applicants at Entry, Intermediate, and Advanced levels. To be considered for interview, you only need to meet the essential criteria at Entry level. Please scroll through the role profile(s) to view all 3 levels.
In order for your application to be considered, you must complete and return the Applicant Declaration Form and Equality Monitoring Form, together with your CV and covering letter.
Please attach your CV and covering letter to this application. All identifiable personal information such as name, address and date of birth should be REMOVED from your CV and covering letter.
The 2024 version of the Competency Values Framework applies to this process. Please disregard the old link to the 2016 version which is contained in the role profile.
This vacancy process will close at 23:55 hours on 4th November 2025
Please note interviews will be held on 4/5 December 2025. Please only apply if you are able to attend on these dates.
The post is suitable for job share.
For roles which are advertised as Career Progression Schemes, individuals will be appointed to the bottom scale point of the appropriate grade within the scheme, based on the role entry requirements. Full progression through the scheme may be subject to attaining a specific qualification or successfully passing an assessment or review.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.