Business Analyst - Environment and Business (E&B) - 30748
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Job Description
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 who wants to help improve our operations to deliver even more for the environment. As a Business Analyst, you will understand and analyze user and business needs, ensuring outcomes align with service vision and business strategy. You will contribute to linking current and future business models and delivering to the business architecture. You will challenge constructively and act as a critical friend to develop fit-for-purpose solutions. Collaboration and effective communication with stakeholders are essential to support design, build, and delivery, working with project teams, technical teams, and stakeholders at all levels.
The team
The Business Analysis Service primarily supports the Chief Regulator Group, leading and supporting various critical change initiatives. Our mission is to empower colleagues through insightful analysis to maximize opportunities and resources, enabling informed decisions that contribute to better places for people and wildlife and support sustainable development.
We support flexible working to promote work-life balance and reduce our carbon footprint.
Experience/skills Required
* Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data and processes to identify issues and opportunities for informed decision-making.
* Communication: Strong verbal and written skills to convey findings and recommendations effectively.
* Stakeholder Management: Experience managing relationships with project teams, colleagues, and senior management to ensure successful collaboration.
* Project Delivery: Experience delivering projects within structured frameworks, managing timelines and objectives.
* Requirements Gathering: Skilled in gathering and documenting business requirements to meet project objectives.
Desirable Experience/Qualifications
* Experience as a Business Analyst or similar role.
* Relevant qualifications in business analysis.
* Proficiency with business analysis tools and methodologies.
* Experience working with internal and external stakeholders.
* Familiarity with the Project Delivery Capability Framework.
Contact and Additional Information
Three roles are available: two permanent and one fixed-term until 30th April 2027.
We support inclusive development plans, provide training, and offer flexible, hybrid working arrangements with some travel required.
For queries, contact trevor.bragg@environment-agency.gov.uk or andrew.harley@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed via competency questions. Consent to be on a reserve list involves a 6-month holding period, with potential for alternative roles.
Competencies:
1. Focuses on Customers and Partners: Provide an example of proactively addressing stakeholder needs with a rapid response.
2. Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Share an example of identifying and delivering a solution through effective analysis and decision-making.
3. Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation, and Quality: Describe implementing a new process that improved efficiency or quality and its impact.
4. Influences and Persuades Others: Provide an example of influencing others to achieve a successful outcome and ensuring buy-in.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; therefore, employment does not confer civil service status or continuous service. Eligibility for redundancy payments varies for local government employees. We value diversity and inclusivity, support flexible working, and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.
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