We are proud to be One Team at East Midlands Railway (EMR). We are passionate about keeping people safe, delighting our customers, doing the right thing and putting customers at the heart of our sustainable railway for the East Midlands. With over 2,600 employees, our people are the reason we are so successful, and the IT team make a crucial contribution to this. Nine times accredited as a Top Employer and Gold accredited for Inclusive Employers Standards, we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. Are you passionate about turning data into powerful insights that drive real change? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your skills can make a tangible difference? Join East Midlands Railway (EMR) as a Business Analyst – Data and help shape the future of rail through innovation, analytics, and smart decision-making. About the Role: As a Business Analyst – Data, you’ll be a key player in building a data-driven culture at EMR. You'll support teams across the business in adopting data-led solutions—whether that's improving reporting, making smarter decisions, or advancing predictive analytics. You'll work closely with stakeholders, data champions, and our agile Data Team to understand business needs, shape smart solutions, and develop accessible, self-service platforms that empower users across the organisation. What you’ll be doing: Collaborating with stakeholders to define their reporting and analytics needs. Developing a deep understanding of EMR’s data ecosystem and the wider rail industry data landscape. Gathering and refining both functional and non-functional requirements. Shaping user stories and supporting agile backlog prioritisation. Identifying risks, dependencies and developing solutions alongside the Data Manager. Championing best practices in data usage and insight across the organisation. Supporting testing, quality assurance, and continuous improvement efforts. Sharing knowledge and insight with the wider Systems, Applications, and Data team. What we need from you: Strong analytical skills and experience in business analysis, with a focus on data. A confident communicator with a passion for bringing data to life for non-technical audiences. Experience working in an Agile environment and contributing to backlog management. Able to influence, collaborate, and drive a data-first mindset across a business. Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A self-starter with a proactive mindset and a drive for continuous improvement. A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience. Why Join EMR? At EMR, we're proud to be shaping the future of rail. We’re investing in innovation, championing sustainability, and putting data at the heart of our operations. As part of our forward-thinking team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, grow your skills, and help deliver industry-leading solutions that benefit our passengers, staff, and partners. As well as a competitive salary, we’ll also offer you: Defined benefit Pension scheme Free standard leisure travel on the EMR network and Train Operating Companies under Transport UK & LNER Friends and Family discounted tickets on the EMR network 75% discount on national leisure travel (inc partner and dependants) 32 days annual per year increasing to 34 after 2 years service …and many more! Ready to Make a Difference with Data? Apply now and be part of our journey to becoming one of the most innovative and data-driven rail operators in the UK. At EMR we want to proactively embrace diversity across our workforce and recognise that we are under-represented in terms of females and ethnic minority groups. We’re therefore taking positive steps to promote a positive and inclusive culture; we welcome applications from those that identify with these groups to better represent our communities.