Business Analyst
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Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Group, a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management.
We are on the lookout for motivated individual to join our IT team as a Business Analyst. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating all aspects of the IT change management process to ensure seamless and efficient changes within the IT infrastructure.
Responsibilities
As a Business Analyst, you will act as the primary point of contact for the IT change management process, overseeing and coordinating all change requests and ensuring they follow established protocols.
- Evaluate the risk and potential impact of each change on system operations, customer data security, and compliance standards, particularly focusing on ISO27001.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all change requests, approvals, implementations, and post-implementation reviews to ensure audit readiness.
- Regularly assess and improve change management processes to increase efficiency and reduce the frequency and impact of failed changes.
- Organise Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings by setting agendas, taking minutes, and following up on any action items. They will ensure all necessary team members are informed about upcoming changes and given the opportunity to provide feedback.
- Work closely with IT, operations, and relevant department heads to coordinate change approvals and maintain effective communication throughout the change lifecycle.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: Up to £40,000 based on 35 hours per week.
- Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility).
- Employee Development: Funded learning initiatives, SQE Apprenticeships, and Training Contracts (subject to application).
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits such as the Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work Scheme
- Wellbeing Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.
- Social and Charitable Events: Across the year, we host a range of events, including a Christmas party, as well as an Annual Awards Night, plus various fundraising and social events to support our Charity of the Year.
Working Hours
This role is full-time, based on 35 hours per week. The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
We are also fully office-based in Byker, Newcastle.
About You
To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must-have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can really make a difference to our team and business.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience in a similar role with knowledge of change management processes and tools.
- Strong understanding of change management frameworks, including ITIL.
- Analytical thinking with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to assess risks and impacts of proposed changes.
- Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to convey change information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple change requests simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines are met.
Next Steps?
If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then Apply Now!
If your application meets our criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to discuss this opportunity further. If you are successful, you will be invited to a face-to-face interview.
If you are unsuccessful, you will be notified. However, if you don't receive any communication from us within four weeks of sending your CV, your application was not successful.
We look forward to reviewing your application!