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Business Analyst

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £30000 - £40000 per annum + + Benefits per year
  • Job Type:Full Time

Posted 8 months ago

  • Sector: Consultant
  • Function: Business Analysis
  • Contact: Kiran Aulakh
  • Contact Email: talent@spartaglobal.com
  • Contact Phone: +44(0)207 048 4022
  • Start Date: Multiple Start Dates Available
  • Expiry Date: 28 February 2024
  • Job Ref: 071123-CoreBALnd_1707269286

About Sparta Global

We employ people from all backgrounds and give them careers within technology, working with enthusiastic individuals to give them the skills for success within the public and private sectors. We design careers, coach future leaders, and promote a more diverse and equal landscape with our work garnering over 10 awards across L&D and ED&I. We are a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and proud to say BCorp certified.

About this role

Working on multiple high-impact client-facing projects, the business analyst will play a pivotal role in instigating and fostering robust professional relationships with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify and analyse business needs. You will be assessing, mapping and documenting processes, data models and Technology dependencies and supporting the overall successful delivery of full project lifecycle IT large scale projects from initiation to deployment.

What we're looking for

Demonstratable experience as as Business Analyst with extensive knowledge of recognised IT project management methodologies including waterfall and agile. You are organised, self-starter with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. You are analytical, logical thinker with excellent attention to detail and can manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks accordingly. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

We also look for the following traits that align with companies' values:

Empathy and Diversity - You operate with integrity, respect everyone and set a good example for the team.

Drive - You challenge yourself to exceed targets to take pride in your work.

Collaboration - You work in synergy with others, supportive, approachable, build healthy relationships.

Innovation - Your inquisitiveness knows no bounds and you love to learn. You embrace creativity and enjoy working with different people and their viewpoints.

Flexibility - Adaptable to change, you are calm and compassionate when responding to the unexpected.

Why should you apply?

We see ourselves as a people-powered business that likes to recognise and reward the hard work of our employees. We promote continuous learning and development with increasing earning potential for everyone who joins us.

We also provide:

20 days annual leave + bank holidays.
An extra day off for your birthday.
Pension.
Discounted gym membership.
Eye care.
Death in service cover.
Cycle to work scheme.
Season ticket loan.
Bonuses and structured pay rises.
Employee assistance program.
Yearly budget for personal development.
Access to alumni and community networks.

Opportunities to be brand ambassadors.

Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta.

Minimum Requirements

We are a national organisation serving clients across the country. After completing remote training, you may be deployed to various client sites throughout the UK. Flexibility and willingness to relocate are essential as specific locations cannot be guaranteed. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, but the successful candidate must, by the start of employment, have permission to work in the UK.

Our Recruitment Process

Online Application: Interested candidates can apply online through our application portal. Our talent team will review applications and contact qualified candidates within 48 hours for further recruitment steps.

Telephone Interview: Candidates who pass the initial screening will be invited to a telephone interview. We will assess communication skills, motivation, professionalism, and delve deeper into goals, interests, and background.

Online Assessments: Successful candidates from the telephone interview will complete online assessments evaluating technical competence in programming and cognitive abilities.

Competency Interview: Candidates excelling in the assessments will be invited to a competency interview. This interview provides an opportunity to showcase clear communication of technical concepts and behavioural competencies with relevant examples. We value candidates who demonstrate personality, collaborative skills, and a growth mindset.

How to Best Prepare for the Interview

Research the STAR Method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) and our six behavioural competencies. This knowledge will enable you to answer competency-based questions effectively. You can find a handy guide on answering competency questions on our website.

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We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!