We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Business Analyst to join our team. You will play a key role in identifying business needs, analysing processes, report creation, and delivering data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and operational improvements. This post is Temporary until 31st March 2028. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements. Analyse current business processes and identify areas for improvement. Translate business needs into functional specifications for technical teams. Mentor analysts and contribute to the development of best practices and standards Support project delivery through testing, documentation, and stakeholder engagement. Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and outcomes. Evaluate business performance and recommend improvements using data-driven approaches. Support change management and benefits realisation activities. Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Senior Business Analyst or in a similar analytical role. Strong understanding of business process modelling and improvement techniques. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, Business Objects, Power BI, SQL). Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Experience in the Social Care sector. The successful candidate will be required to be complete a Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Job Description Salary Additional Information Stirling Information February The Benefits 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements. Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don’t always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life. Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/ Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service Carers Leave Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave Access to Health & Wellbeing support Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development Cycle to Work Scheme Lift share Scheme Car Lease Scheme Technology Benefit Scheme