Transformation Business Analyst

Key role within the Transformation and Delivery Unit, supporting the delivery of the Council's transformation and improvement portfolio.

Working across major transformation projects and programmes, you will lead complex business analysis activities to help services define problems, identify opportunities, redesign processes and develop sustainable solutions that deliver measurable benefits for residents and the organisation.

You will work across the full project lifecycle, from problem definition, requirements gathering and process redesign through to target operating model development, business case production, solution design and testing. The role requires strong analytical capability, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to operate effectively in complex and changing environments.

You will also contribute to the development of the Council's business analysis capability by sharing knowledge, promoting best practice, supporting colleagues and helping to establish consistent approaches across transformation initiatives.

Please refer to the Job Description attached for further information about the role.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Tojomul Ali, Lead Transformation Business Analyst, at [email protected].

Candidate Profile

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with a strong track record of delivering business analysis within complex transformation, change and service improvement programmes.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive experience applying business analysis tools, methods and techniques in complex project environments.
• Strong experience in business process mapping, process redesign and continuous improvement.
• Experience developing target operating models, conducting organisational analysis and supporting service transformation.
• Experience preparing robust business cases and contributing to benefits realisation.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills, including working with senior leaders.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and navigate ambiguity effectively.
• A strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and best practice.
• Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting colleagues and promoting knowledge sharing across teams.
• A recognised business analysis qualification or equivalent relevant experience.

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Application Guidance

Please upload your personal statement under the Relevant Experience and Skills section of the application form. Your personal statement should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria set out in the Person Specification and should not exceed two sides of A4.

Where AI tools have been used to support the preparation of your application, please declare this within your application. Any information provided must be an accurate reflection of your own experience, skills and knowledge.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping and delivering significant transformation across the Council, helping to improve services, outcomes and value for residents while working on a diverse and challenging portfolio of change initiatives.

Recruitment Details

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role, please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

Our Offer to you

We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

Recruitment Information

As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  [email protected] 

This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees.  The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.