business analyst Kingston upon Hull, England
Job description
Business Analyst
We are looking for a great communicator with an analytical mind who can bridge the gap between our software projects and our businesses, developing their requirements, and identifying opportunities for change.
Why Us?
Welcome to Rix Digital - a team of visionaries, creators, and problem-solvers who are transforming a 150-year-old family business into a modern, digital-first powerhouse.
We are a one-stop-shop for Rix’s 18 brands with services ranging from branding and messaging to website development and process optimisation. Our goal is to help our brands create a cohesive strategy to drive growth and success.
Our projects team don’t just pick software solutions, instead they take the time to understand the pain points of users across the business. This ensures they understand the root cause of the problem before they develop a solution, test its effectiveness, and implement it into standard processes.
We’re driven by a shared passion for innovation and a desire to make a difference. We're not afraid to take risks, try new things, and fail fast. We know that true transformation requires a willingness to embrace change and a commitment to pushing through the obstacles that stand in our way.
Who are you?
You are someone who works well with others, collaborating to understand the pain points associated with a process, and then looks to drive solutions that make people’s lives easier.
As part of a team, you’ll show that you can take responsibility for business analysis across group-wide projects where your contribution is valued. The advice you help identify and decisions made will have a measurable impact on the profitability or effectiveness of Rix.
You’ll validate and justify business needs, conduct feasibility studies, develop information and process models, help review potential partners and produce high-level and detailed business cases which take into account the implications of change on the organization and all stakeholders.
You are someone who has the potential to guide senior management towards accepting recommended changes brought through process and organisation change.
You will have a good understanding of Agile projects, particularly Scrum. We would love it if you knew Design Thinking too.
Skills required
A strong understanding of delivering and enhancing software products as a Business Analyst, where building end to end user journeys and processes and their supporting technologies is key
The ability to build effective, productive relationships with our businesses and third-party stakeholders.
A team player who can work together with colleagues to continually improve the way we carry out Business Analysis.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of working with people at all levels within and external to the business.
Proven experience of accurately eliciting, documenting, and delivering high quality deliverables including user stories, functional and non-functional specifications, ‘as-is’ and ‘to-be’ process models.
Proven experience of the ensuring the documentation and traceability of requirements and user stories throughout the software development lifecycle
Proven experience of translating business requirements into technical design, working alongside development teams.
Evidence of the application of soft influencing and persuasion skills that have improved project outcomes
To be results driven, with the determination to succeed in an environment where the speed of response can be critical to success
Evidence of continuous personal development with an enthusiasm to learn.
Key Deliverables:
- Multiple instances of Jira board management for Website delivery
- Multiple Dynamics CRM implementations (with associated add-ons)
- Multiple Dynamics Business Central implementations (with associated add-ons)
- Business Specific Technology Roadmaps
- Enhancements to existing systems and websites
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Salary
- £40-45k based on experience
Next Steps
Social interview
Final stage interview with live BA task
Perks for working at Rix Digital:
The Basics
At Rix Digital, we believe when you feel comfortable, you perform your best that’s why we have a casual dress code that enables you to express yourself. We team you up with a work buddy for your first day too to ensure you feel welcome too. We know that financial security is critical, which is why in addition to your salary we offer a retail savings portal, cycle to work scheme, and up to 5% matched pension scheme.
The Purpose
Rix is a family-owned business that is a community focused, values-led company who is in it for the long haul. The company vision statement is ‘to build stable businesses for future generations’, and we have been doing just that for over 150 years. As a part of Rix Digital, you'll be at the forefront of the next generation of our business. With over 800 employees across the group, we're growing and expanding every day.
Hybrid Working
Flexible and hybrid working is accepted with tools, systems and processes in place to make this possible. We do however value the culture and inspiration that comes from being in a room together, so we would love to see you in a couple of days a week. Our state-of-the-art office space on the fruit market has it perks though. There’s free onsite car parking with routes directly out of the city and a 10-minute walk to the train station, meaning you'll enjoy a convenient and accessible location.
Health and Wellbeing
Rix believe that a healthy body leads to a happy and productive mind. That’s why we offer an on-site gym facility that hosts weekly running clubs, yoga and circuit training. We have a modern workplace that is filled with natural light, plants and has a delightful view of sunsets over the river Humber.
Team Spirit
People make Rix what it is today. We stimulate a sense of togetherness by hosting companywide breakfasts in our café every month, hosting team socials ranging from rock climbing to black tie charity dinners and by sponsoring ‘squads’ which are self-organising employee run initiatives to improve culture. Because great people want to work with great people, we also offer a recruitment bonus for bringing talent onboard.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hull: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Business analyst: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
About Rix & Sons
CEO: John R. Rix
Revenue: $100 to $500 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.rixpetroleum.co.uk
