Business Analyst Nottingham, England
Job description
Are you a Business Analyst with experience in business, data, systems and process analysis looking for your next challenge in an internal IT function within a FTSE 250 multinational organisation?
Are you motivated by working with the Business stakeholders to align technology and the business model from ideas through to live solutions? Can you communicate effectively with precision in this specialist area to a diverse set of stakeholders – importantly to check, challenge and collaborate with the Business, IT, specialist suppliers and the wide range of teams in Games Workshop?
We currently have a brand new opportunity for a Business Analyst to deliver a new global systems architecture as well as business change projects.
You will be assisting with the translation of complex business systems requirements into a new global enterprise architecture that simplifies Games Workshop’s technology ecosystem and helps define the path to successful implementation of a systems transformation programme.
Your core responsibility will be to translate business needs through to a fully delivered solution that adds value. From requirements/business case definition, through solution/process design, validation/clarification during solution build to testing and final implementation – you will need to be pragmatic and thorough. You will build a broad depth of expertise in the existing and the to-be business systems as well as fostering strong working relationships using your excellent communication skills.
You will work with a number of key stakeholders including; testing teams to assess systems change readiness; the wider Systems teams to help run systems vendor tendering and assessment processes; and working with business units to help define global and local operating processes and then lead any subsequent optimisation work.
You need to be able to assess business challenges and value; facilitate requirements, process and system definition; own the clarification and resolution of any business components through to successful delivery of operational solutions.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience in business analysis with organisations of various size and complexity.
- Business process mapping and optimisation skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Experience leading ongoing reviews of business processes and developing optimisation strategies.
- Good interpersonal skills, possessing the confidence to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Advanced knowledge of, and be competent in the use of Google Documents (e.g. Sheets & Pages)
- Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- A professional certification in Business Analysis would also be desirable.
Working at Games Workshop
At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is just as important as your skills and experience.
The Warhammer World site is based just outside of Nottingham city centre and benefits from a nearby tram stop and free onsite car parking.
In return for your hard work, you will receive 33 days holiday per year (including public holidays), matching contributory pension scheme up to 7.5%, profit share bonus (subject to GW meeting profit targets) and option to join our Share Save scheme. Oh and let’s not forget, a staff discount of between 25% and 50% on our products!
Other Essential Information
Location: This is a hybrid role based at our headquarters in Nottingham with a minimum of two days per week in the office.
Closing Date: Applications must be received by midnight, UK time, on Sunday 14th May 2023.
How to Apply
To apply, please send us a letter or a video telling us why you want this job. This is a great opportunity for you to let us know that you understand what we are looking for.
Please include an up-to-date CV to support your application.
