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This role is about influencing our teams to improve service whilst also helping us grow our customer base. Using data effectively is key to our future success, and this role will be at the heart of that, making sure our reports, planning and recommendations are accurate, timely and informative. From a reporting perspective you’ll not only lead on the planning, compilation and production of data and reports, but also the insight and commentary into the data, as well as recommendations leading to improved performance. From a planning perspective you’ll forecast workload across Ecotricity to ensure we have the correct staffing levels between teams. You’ll create rotas for Service and Operational teams to ensure we are maximising the working hours and reducing our shrinkage. As part of the team you’ll be a champion for data quality within Ecotricity, managing corrupt data and working with owners of source system data/data engineering to resolve issues and maintain consistency and accuracy. You’ll work closely with the other members of the Planning & Insight team, providing support and input e.g. customer research, segmentation studies, or competitor / market analysis as required. You’ll also be responsible for the day to day management of the telephony system, New Voice Media. Requests consist of creating licenses, changing phone lines, resetting passwords and lots more. You’ll ensure we stay on top of requests as well as certifying we have the right number of people using the system at one time. You’ll also carry out any other ad-hoc duties as requested by Team Leader or Manager. About You You will be - Tech-savvy working in Data Analytics, MI Reporting or Business Analysis High level of numeracy, accuracy and problem-solving ability Ability to derive and communicate conclusions and recommendations from your analytical results Able to visualise, present and interpret data, and advise on strategies to improve company performance based on results You are comfortable providing clear commentary on data, both in written form and when presenting to an internal audience Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, including complex formulae and VBA Comfortable using a variety of visualisation and analysis tools, which may include SQL and Power BI, with the want to further develop these skills in a role which contributes to the future growth of our business Good level of knowledge of Salesforce or similar software packages is beneficial You’ll have a thorough understanding of the systems and processes used within the energy industry and ideally the specific ones used within our business. Systems such as New Voice Media, Monet, SAP, Salesforce & Ecoes/Xoserve Ability to communicate with different stakeholders, especially within the management team High level of attention to detail Solutions focused and resourceful Excellent time management and personal organisational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Engaging and motivating attitude and style Ability to work with minimal supervision About Us Ecotricity is the greenest energy company in Britain. In fact, when we started back in 1995, we were the first green electricity company in the world. Our mission was and remains to change the way energy is made and used – after introducing green electricity to the world, we introduced green gas to Britain in 2010 too. Our model is unique: we use our customers’ energy bills to fund the building of new sources of green energy. We like to refer to this as turning ‘bills into mills’ – energy bills into energy mills, whether that’s wind, sun, sea or gasmills. We’ve built over seventy wind and sun parks across Britain, we’re planning to build Britain’s first ever Green Gasmills, and through Britwind, our small wind company, we design, build and deliver small wind turbines to landowners and businesses throughout Britain and the world! We don’t just focus on energy though – we built and run the Electric Highway, Britain’s leading network of electric car chargepoints, we helped Forest Green Rovers become the greenest football club in the world, and launched Britain’s greenest mobile phone service, Ecotalk. We’re a not-for-dividend company too – which means we’re free to use the money we make for our mission and our mission alone. We do all of this with the help of our customers – and the awesome team of people here at Ecotricity. Our people believe in our mission – they’re amazing at what they do, and they make a difference every day they come into work.

GE is the world’s Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry. It is not about your career… it is not about your job title… it is about who you are…. It is about the impact you are going to make on the world. You want to go into uncharted waters… do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better. GE has been doing that for decades! We will continue to do so! We are the world’s digital industrial company. Baker Hughes, a GE company (NYSE:BHGE) is the world’s first and only fullstream provider of integrated oilfield products, services and digital solutions. Drawing on a storied heritage of invention, BHGE harnesses the passion and experience of its people to enhance productivity across the oil and gas value chain. BHGE helps its customers acquire, transport and refine hydrocarbons more efficiently, productively and safely, with a smaller environmental footprint and at lower cost per barrel. Backed by the digital industrial strength of GE, the company deploys minds, machines and the cloud to break down silos and reduce waste and risk, applying breakthroughs from other industries to advance its own.With operations in over 120 countries, the company’s global scale, local know-how and commitment to service infuse over a century of experience with the spirit of a startup – inventing smarter ways to bring energy to the world. Role Summary/Purpose Are you looking for a Graduate opportunity working in a fast-paced business environment?If so, then this is the role for you!If this sounds like you then send in an application!In this role you will learn about commercial excellence, sales operations and marketing intelligence, and will have the opportunity to participate in wide range of growth initiative having direct impact on the business within the Measurement & Controls commercial team. Essential Responsibilities Support Sales Operations team to drive business processes and tools that support commercial team Assist Commercial Excellence team with administration of various sales reports and dashboards (e.g. CRM systems) Support for Commercial Excellence tasks e.g. Pipeline management and analytics (e.g. win rate, hit rate analysis, pipeline creation) Support Finance Team for weekly financial reports and metrics Market intelligence: analysis and segmentation of industrial sectors (O&G, Automotive, Aerospace, Industrials) Competitors analysis including internet research Customer/prospects analytics and segmentation Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree with a focus on marketing / finance / business / engineering. You must have completed at least your 2nd year at university Profound knowledge of Microsoft Office – specifically MS PowerPoint and MS Excel Good communication skills Ability to work independently Attention to details Ability to work under stress and switch between different tasks quickly Eligible to work in UK Follow Baker Hughes, a GE company on Twitter @BHGECo, or visit us at BHGE.com.GE is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that promise we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. Please note that this position is based in Aberdeen and there will be no relocation support For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working

Graduate Presales Technical Consultant Our company At Micro Focus, everything we do is based on a simple idea: The fastest way to get results is to build on what you have. Our software solutions enable organizations to do just that. Secure and scalable, with analytics built in, they bridge the gap between existing and emerging IT—fast-tracking digital transformations across DevOps, Hybrid IT, Security, and Predictive Analytics. In the race to innovate, Micro Focus customers have the clear advantage. Take charge of your future and join our dynamic, motivated pre-sales consulting team as we go to market with a best-in-class portfolio that will help shape the world’s software landscape. #MyMicroFocus #TeamMicroFocus Role Description The Graduate Presales Technical Consultant role is aligned to specific accounts or a set of accounts representing the full portfolio of Micro Focus Software and Solutions to address customer business needs through the full sales process. The TC role is the source of technical expertise for Micro Focus sales people and customers and engages other technical resources as needed to advance the sales cycle. The Technical Consultant works with the customer’s senior technology leaders and executives, delivering a high-level of technical/solutions expertise in order to offer the right solution to the customer in order that Micro Focus wins that business and provides an excellent level of total customer experience. Role responsibilities Provide technical presales support to customers and sales team in multiple Micro Focus products and solution areas. Build and develop relationships with key technical influencers, decision makers, and top executives. Actively participate in ongoing account planning with the Micro Focus sales specialists in opportunity analysis, technical deal qualification and competitive analysis Maintain positive total customer experience (TCE) Technically support sales account team in competitive tenders. Support the sales team in creating and proposing the right solution and answering the technical sections and aspects of tenders, RFI and RFP customer requests. Maintain and manage a competitive and appropriate level of technical and professional competence. Regular reporting of activity and results. Education and Experience Required We're looking for people who will graduate within this academic year or who graduated from universities within the last 12 months. Fluency in English as well as proficient use of MS Office applications is a desired. Bachelor’s Degree in IT related discipline (including Mathematics, Engineering etc) is a must (degree obtained on the last 12 months) Postgraduate degree in IT Service Management will be considered as a plus Practical related experience (max 12 months) or internship in a similar position will be considered advantageous An interest in technology and sales is required Knowledge/Skills Desired Solid communication, presentation, and time management skills. Good level of Technical English Some knowledge of computer technologies, hardware, Operating systems, Deployment and Management solutions is of benefit Broader knowledge of the IT industry, technical directions and IT solutions. Fast learner with strong team-work spirit & positive thinking attitude Flexible to learn and develop new skills, competencies, and technical acumen Proactive with strong results orientation Ambitious, self-starter with future leadership potential Understanding of basic negotiation skills - able to balance risk and opportunity Ability to perform in a fast-paced, demanding environment

We have an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about software testing to join our growing Engineering team. Working amongst a team of experienced developers and testers within our Software Engineering team, you’ll work closely with product owners to ensure quality is introduced into software as early as possible. The software you test will end up in the hands of our customers and staff, so quality is vital. Our software is key in presenting our customers the games and products they love and helping them connect to us when at home or on the move. About you This is an ideal opportunity for a test analyst with at least 2 years’ worth of commercial experience who is looking to take the next step in their career. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills, suggest improvements to our overall test strategy and gain exposure to our automation testing suite. Tasks and Responsibilities Work with product owners to understand their needs and create quality acceptance criteria Write and execute test suites to ensure stories are fully tested Raise and take ownership of bugs that have been found Contribute to improved development, build and release processes to increase quality and reduce waste Develop an extensive and detailed knowledge of our systems Create and maintain documentation of our test techniques, tools and processes Keep abreast with the latest tools and techniques from the outside testing community Skills and Experience Minimum 2+ years’ experience in manual software testing. An analytical approach with a keen eye for detail. Flexible approach to working; comfortable adapting to the fast-paced and changing needs of the business. Passionate about delivering high quality solutions that increase customer experience. ISTQB qualification is helpful but not essential. Previous test automation experience is helpful but not essential.

Selina is a hospitality ecosystem for a new generation of travelers. We make it possible to work, live and travel, anywhere in the world by offering accommodation, co-working spaces and different life experiences. Whether you prefer a remote location on the coast of Costa Rica or the city scene of Miami, we offer a holistic balance of work-life-well-being experiences that will get you covered. Selina is looking for a self-starter and ambitious Business Analyst looking to make a huge impact on a global company in hyper-growth. The role is a strategic one, impacting the performance of the company by leveraging and analyzing data from all sources, and transforming it into an actionable business strategy. In your day-to-day you will create data-driven recommendations to improve performance across different departments in Selina. You will build and implement dashboards to monitor performance, and work closely with the teams to find optimization points and opportunities, and you will become the strategic source of information to guide their performance. Responsibilities : Use data analysis to optimize performance Ask business questions, creating hypotheses and experiments to prove (or contradict) them Analyze large complex data sets to identify trends and opportunities and communicate them to managers and leaders Lead the implementation of new analytical models by collecting needs from stakeholders and working with the BI team Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously that involve cross-functional collaboration, while delivering high-quality results on time Requirements : Significant experience as a business analyst: 2-3 years in an analytical role with proven impact on a company’s performance, preferably in a global company, preferably as a marketing and/or product analyst Internally-motivated self-starter with ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities to manage multiple projects and achieve results Confident facilitator and communicator who can lead meetings and manage relationships with executive-level stakeholders and make recommendations for improvements in the business Degree-level education in one of the following: Economics, Business, Statistics, Industrial Engineering or other similar quantitative field Highly capable in SQL Experience building dashboards and reports in data visualization software (Tableau/Microstrategy/ PowerBI/ Looker) Master in both Excel and Powerpoint Excellent spoken and written English Experience with product analytics and A/B testing tools: MixPanel, Amplitude, Google Analytics, Google Optimize Advantage: Experience with data analysis in Python/R

This person will be a graduate or entry-level candidate seeking experience in, and development of competencies in project and programme management, within the Global Change Management (GCM) Programme Management team. This person will support Programme Managers in administering their projects, and participate in transition process improvement initiatives that have been identified by the GCM leadership for 2018. Key Responsibilities Administration: Ensuring all programme managers have stored their project files and collateral on shared drives Supporting programme managers in chasing up workstream leads and subject matter experts for their weekly updates Checking the shared calendars to minimise overlap in project meetings to ensure full attendance of key participants Setting up and running projects/programmes – assisting programme managers in: Planning sessions and developing project schedules Running internal control calls Coordinating preparation of kick off decks; collecting and checking workstream updates Setting up SharePoint / Team Sites to support and drive increased collaboration throughout the project/transition teams Global Change Management Initiatives. The GCM team’s ambition is to become a world class transition team and achieve Dark Green scores in client satisfaction. One of the key initiatives is to roll out new project management software. The Graduate/Intern will play an active role in this initiative, and potentially others. Person Specification Basic understanding of the project lifecycle Good computer skills (MS Office suite); ability (and desire) to learn new software quickly Strong communication, and facilitation skills. Strong analytical and organisational skills. Graduate degree in Business Administration, Technology, Management, Engineering (or relevant experience)

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications-equipment and services to mobile and fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment and more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. We are on the road to 5G and will create the networked society and the internet of things ……. Will you join us? Summary This opportunity is an experience that you will live in the Digital world. You will be facing technical, consulting and project management realities, learning while working in a highly professional environment. If you feel a deep passion for innovation and ICT Industry, if you are an early adopter or digital community leader, if you enjoy using the latest technologies, this is where you want to be. If you are: Adaptable, flexible, agile Effective communicator, you influence others Able to experiment “outside the box” Technical & business orientated A potential leader A business & change driver Strategic analyst You will be: As part of our 2019 programme, we have a number of roles that require individuals either graduating this year or with a recent degree in Computer science, Telecommunications, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering or a similar technology-based subject. We are looking for people who love technology and want to become part of an organisation who are committed to developing those with talent and a passion for all things technical. We can offer a very real opportunity for you to grow your technical knowledge and make your mark on some exciting projects. In each technical area, you will become an integral part of a team that delivers solutions to our customers either internal or external. Levels of technical skill required will vary, and you will be given the chance to build on your current knowledge as well as learn new skills. We are looking to grow our graduate program with an intake Engineers to join in the following areas; Core Cloud BSS/OSS Customer Support RAN Design To be part of this journey you should: Be a Recent Graduate or advanced student, without or with short work experience. Have a background in Computer Science/IT, Engineering/Telecommunications, Electronics, Automation or similar Strong communication and presentation skills on technical topics Knowledge of basic software engineering principles Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills Apply and fasten your seatbelt… You are about to start an exciting journey

Wardell Armstrong (WA) is a successful multi-disciplinary consultancy with 12 offices throughout the UK employing approximately 500 staff. At the heart of our business lies a group of outstanding people. Working together with clients, we deliver solutions to challenging problems in Property & Development, Infrastructure & Utilities and Mining & Minerals. The Opportunity: The Energy team is looking to employ to a technically competent Graduate Consultant to assist with a variety of projects covering a wide range of technical disciplines. The ideal candidate will be professional, highly self-motivated, adaptable and keen to learn. Applicants should excel at written and verbal communication and be numerically and IT literate. It will be advantageous, although not essential, if you have experience of complex modelling using advanced software packages. On the job training will be provided to bring you up to speed with our processes, so we are primarily looking for candidates with a positive and inquisitive mind set, and a desire to learn. You should be a relaxed team player who will integrate and work closely with members of the energy team in other offices, but who is also capable of working independently. The work load is likely to be diverse and will range from managing Clients and pulling together planning applications for renewable energy projects, through to modelling of complex off-grid energy systems and possibly using Computational Fluid Dynamics for wind flow modelling. You: As the successful applicant, you will hold the below attributes: An undergraduate or masters degree in a Maths, Engineering or Science related subject Strong grounding in IT and/or programming, Competent with Excel Strong report writing capability In addition you will also have one or more of the following; Basic understanding of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Knowledge of basic economics and financial analysis Knowledge of the UK planning system. Knowledge of renewable energy systems Knowledge of energy management in buildings Knowledge of SAP/SBEM assessment Knowledge of life cycle analysis and emissions reporting GIS / AutoCAD Career Progression: We offer excellent career prospects in a supportive working environment with no restrictions on how far you can progress. We encourage all of our employees to contribute to their professional institution. We offer: Membership of the Firm's Group Personal Pension Plan, with Employer's contribution of up to 5%. Payment of relevant professional subscriptions. 24 days annual leave per year. Membership to the Firm's Private Health Care Scheme. Inclusion in the Firm's Permanent Health Insurance Policy. Inclusion in the Firm's Life Assurance Policy given as 3 times annual salary. Mobile Phone with inclusive tariff including personal usage. Flexi-Time Working Schedule. Long service awards. Cycle to Work Scheme. Travel Loans. Recruitment Bounty Scheme. Ongoing training and development including Chartership Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

As a Graduate Technical Business Analyst at Acturis you will: Work in one of five teams focused on core Acturis System development and implementation, web solution development for customers or insurance product implementations Help clients understand the options and possibilities for how they can use the highly configurable and complex Acturis System Design and implement top quality new software solutions Solve challenging technical problems using a structured and logical approach Gather client requirements and turn these into detailed, unambiguous and accurate specifications Manage the build of sometimes complex implementations, and ensure this is done to specification Continuously monitor and improve all aspects of the Acturis System Support the sales team by contributing to client proposals including presenting and demonstrating technical solutions to clients You will be given early responsibility for discrete projects and will receive structured feedback three times a year. Technical Business Analyst roles exist in teams across the business at Acturis. The roles differ in technical focus, more technical roles include those responsible for developing the code and processes for solutions such as Acturis’ reporting solutions. Roles also differ in the amount of client-facing time, some roles involve a lot of interaction with our broker and insurer clients while others involve working closely with internal teams. At interview we will review your skill set and take into account any preferences you may have to identify the best fit role for you. Please note that Acturis is unable to sponsor any candidates for the above graduate role as the Home Office's eligibility criteria will not be satisfied. Immigration rules are subject to change and the above information is correct as at July 2019. Requirements The successful candidates will have following attributes: An aptitude for applying technology and structured problem solving At least a 2.1 in a technical subject – Maths, Physics, Engineering Strong A-levels (at least A in Maths) A track record of delivering on projects and an ability to carry tasks through to completion An ability to work in teams and learn quickly Demonstrated an interest in and experience of using IT and software Some roles are more client focused where an ability to build relationships with customers and strong communication skills are essential Confident and eager to take responsibility

Working for a technology consultancy company, you will be seconded to their Telco client where they are changing their telecommunication network from copper infrastructure to VOIP (VoiceOver IP).   You will need to have worked for a telecoms company, so you understand the industry, ways of working and tacit knowledge required for this project. Any experience with infrastructure (WAN, LAN, VPN, Networks etc) would be helpful.   You’ll likely have experience as a core BA; requirements gathering, as-is to-be documentation etc, and will join ready for the discovery phase of the project.   The role is currently based in Winnersh with a start date of Mid September, and the office will be moving to Reading in October.   Contract Business Analyst – Telco, £300 – £325 p/day, 12-month contract, Reading Contact: mark@talentlocker.co.uk

Job Description Sitec are currently looking to recruit a Junior Business Analyst for a nuclear MoD establishment in Reading. The post is for an estimated 12 month contract initially and is paying competitively on an hourly basis. This 'Junior' BA role is specifically to work within the Digitisation ProgrammeTeam. The team are at initial requirements gathering phase and require additional Business Analysis support as they move forward with requirements gathering workshops and establishing user groups. Key Responsibilities: Work with the senior BAs, the Data Architect and Project Managers to clarify business problems, objectives and potential solutions by using appropriate business analysis techniques. Capture and document requirements that have been identified during requirements gathering workshops with the Company's user communities. Produce metrics and supporting analysis. Work closely with the senior BAs to identify potential users and evaluate the business requirements. Understand that the needs of the business are paramount and to ensure that during the analysis of business problems the, business processes, the information, organisation and the total solution is considered. Notify senior BAs of any potential project risks and issues that have been identified during the day to day execution of duties. Responsible for undertaking other duties as reasonably required from time to time by line and task management. Role Specific - Skills/Expertise: Candidates Must Have: Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to articulate clearly and concisely Ability to listen Attention to detail Ability to identify salient points Have an inquisitive mind and ask relevant, targeted questions Good documentation and writing skills Problem solving and critical thinking Quantitative and qualitative analysis skills and associated reporting Strong interpersonal skills / team player Ability to work without constant supervision Comfortable and confident dealing with people at all levels. Excellent MS Office skills Ability and confidence to work without constant supervision Enthusiasm and drive Highly Desirable: Previous experience working in a BA team Previous use of analysis tools and techniques e.g. user Stories, use cases etc Willing and able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance necessary for the role This vacancy is being advertised by Sitec, part of the Sitec Group. The services advertised by Sitec are those of an Employment Business This vacancy is being advertised by Sitec.

Our client, based in Reading, is currently hiring for an Junior Business Analyst to support the vision of a global IT platform and a standardised global planning process, including their development and roll out. Responsibilities Support the ongoing development of our global planning and buying processes with a mindset of continuous improvement, analysing business issues as they arise and proposing value-adding commercial solutions Take operational responsibility for the global planning process and support merchandising and buying teams in their sales planning to achieve their range size, commitment and wine cost targets Ensure global data integrity throughout our systems through managing global data tables and monitoring product-level accuracy and completeness Provide reporting and analytical support to the Buying and Merchandising teams to support in business operations, monitoring and decision-making Collate business requirements and contribute to the overall solution design Conduct training as required and ensure that all users attain the required level of competence Requirements Logical, highly analytical and extremely well organised Exceptional attention to detail Self-motivated, shows initiative and takes personal accountability A great team player and service provider Excellent presentation, communication and influencing skills Strong IT skills particularly in the use of Microsoft Excel, merchandise planning tools and reporting systems Business analysis background with an affinity for technology This is a full time, permanent position working Monday-Friday, 09:00am - 17:30pm Our client offers an excellent remuneration package and excellent career progression prospects. Please apply online to be considered.

We are looking for a Business Analyst who will be the vital link between our information technology capacity and our business objectives by supporting and ensuring the successful completion of analytical, building, testing and deployment tasks of our software product’s features. Responsibilities   Define configuration specifications and business analysis requirements   Perform quality assurance   Define reporting and alerting requirements   Own and develop relationship with partners, working with them to optimize and enhance our integration   Help design, document and maintain system processes   Report on common sources of technical issues or questions and make recommendations to product team   Communicate key insights and findings to product team   Constantly be on the lookout for ways to improve monitoring, discover issues and deliver better value to the customer Requirements   Previous experience in Business / Systems Analysis or Quality Assurance   Proven experience in eliciting requirements and testing   Experience in analysing data to draw business-relevant conclusions and in data visualization techniques and tools   Basic knowledge in generating process documentation   Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical writing skills

Our benefits package includes: Generous pension scheme Annual bonus Private medical insurance Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover 25 days’ holiday per annum, plus an extra day off at Christmas Various flexible options: childcare vouchers, cycle scheme, season ticket loans Regular sports and social events Use of gym and spa facilities Weekly fruit delivery Local discounts – coffee shops, restaurants, bars Prestigious offices in city centre location Location   : Cardiff Salary   : £ Competitive and benefits An exciting opportunity for a proactive and ambitious graduate to join our group projects team, responsible for delivering change and process improvement across the group. This is a challenging, diverse and rewarding role offering prospects for personal development and career progression. As a member of the group projects team you will be required to work with all parts of our business to plan, design and deliver a range of projects supporting the company’s strategic development and business plans. Working closely with people up to senior management level from day one you will quickly gain experience of our entire business, improving the way that we do things and the way that we engage with our customers. The successful applicant must be motivated, inquisitive, analytical and a clear communicator. They must have a logical and structured approach with close attention to detail and be able to thrive in a complex, fast moving environment. In return you will be given financial support and a study package to pursue a relevant professional qualification with your responsibilities and rewards increasing in line with your development. A degree of 2.1 or higher is essential. Ideally this would be in a business, mathematical or science-related subject – though graduates from other disciplines will be considered provided they can demonstrate a strong academic background in these areas at A level.

Job Description If you think you could support Visa as a   Business Analyst,   we want to hear from you – together, let’s make Visa a great place to work. What’s it all about? We are seeking a leader to work directly with a top UK bank to deliver positive change for Visa, the Bank and, most importantly, their consumers. The candidate will be tasked with supporting a long term program of work, with the objective of implementing market leading solutions and propositions for Visa and the Bank The candidate will be exposed to all areas of the payments and banking landscape, and as such they will need a strong appreciation of the complex and competing drivers & priorities within the ecosystem The candidate will be responsible for all data and business analysis requirements for the program, utilising Visa’s exceptional data set to identify and quantify areas of opportunity for Visa and the Bank The candidate will play in critical role in understanding consumer problems and identifying opportunities, building upon quantitative analysis with qualitative insights to drive executive decision making, running research as required. The candidate will play a key role in the development of propositions within the program, working with the wider team to build propositions and implement solutions to support the Bank’s consumers The candidate will be joining the team at the very start of the program, and therefore there will be significant opportunity to play a key role in the direction and strategy of the program and for future growth The program will be digital first, looking to leverage technology and innovation to deliver positive change, so a digital disposition and passion for innovation is a must What we expect of you, day to day Perform data extraction, processing and analysis to support the explicit needs of individual initiatives Apply data analysis methods and techniques to large, complex data sets, identifying the macro focus areas for the team Creation and delivery of business cases to support prioritisation and management of initiatives Utilise data insights to develop propositions alongside the team, following the Visa proposition development process (Discover, Define, Develop & Deliver) Creation of project content across different mediums such as analysis, reports and presentations Regularly report upon and present findings to stakeholders across Visa and the Bank Stakeholder management across all levels of Visa’s and the Bank’s businesses; identifying individuals, building relationships and regularly engaging to ensure smooth delivery of the program Collaborate with the nominated counterpart inside the bank, developing a deep understanding of their needs and building relationships across the technology and delivery teams Understand, articulate and champion the consumer and business needs for change across the initiatives, working with the team to ensure a consistent approach to developing propositions Qualifications What we’re after… These individuals should be self-starters, with the ability to think and act independently and having an excellent attention to detail Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience Strong experience extracting and manipulating large datasets using standard tools and is effective at learning new tools Strong track record of developing customer centric, data driven propositions within financial services or equivalent industry – a consulting background is desired Excellent business and data analysis skills, with a critical thinking mindset Excellent written & verbal communication skills Sound understanding of the product proposition lifecycle and go to market approach Sound knowledge and experience of new technology, fintech and challenger banks Strong interpersonal skills/ability to influence with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally, specifically in working in a ‘matrixed’ environment Candidates should be happy to regularly travel across the UK Proficient in data analysis tools such as SQL, VisualBasic and SAS is required Think you have what it takes? If you are interested in a career that will challenge and inspire you – we’d love to hear from you! Additional Information Diversity & Inclusion Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere, is not only our brand promise, it’s the foundation of our company culture. We foster a feeling of connectedness in the workplace, support diversity of thought, culture and background, fight for important initiatives like Equal Pay and actively work to eliminate unconscious biases that hold us all back. By leveraging the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our worldwide teams, Visa is a better place to work and a better business partner to our clients.

Junior Business Analyst Do you have a passion for IT? Enjoy keeping up to date with the latest process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems? Want a role that you can put your input into to? Our IT team are expanding and we are looking for a Junior Business Analyst to join our IT team based in Brackley.We are a leading supplier of Poultry products into an impressive range of customers in the UK retail and food service sectors. With ambitious plans for the future, there hasn’t been a more exciting time to join us.Join us as a Junior Business Analyst and you can be a part of the aspiring team that brings Avara Foods to life. Purpose of the role To get the best out of our investments in our Software applications and platforms, your main task will be centred on improving user productivity and business process efficiencies. As a Junior Business Analyst, you will work alongside the other Analysts and get involved in the requirements analysis - understanding how current business processes work - before proposing/recommending improved methods of working. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in Project Implementation and some User Acceptance Testing. Your key responsibilities will include: Evaluating business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions Assisting with ongoing reviews of business processes and developing optimization strategies Staying up-to-date on the latest process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems Conducting meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings Performing requirements analysis Documenting and communicating the results of your efforts Gathering critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and producing useful reports Administer Office 365 to deliver solutions to support business processes and allow them to work smarter and provide training where appropriate Develop and monitor a governance framework to ensure compliance with best practices Working closely with users, technicians, and managerial staff Ensuring solutions meet business needs and requirements Performing user acceptance testing What we are looking for: Good verbal and written communication skills Analytical and conceptual thinking skills Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook A good team player who is self-motivated, enthusiastic to learn and leads by example Analytical and methodical approach to problem solving High degree of accuracy applied to workload Ability to prioritise tasks based on business objectives Proactive approach/demonstrating initiate Adaptable, with a positive and flexible attribute to a changing environment It is desirable but not essential that you have: Degree Experience working in a Microsoft Platforms environment e.g. Office 365 A little about us: We are a leading supplier of chicken, turkey and duck products into an impressive range of customers in the UK retail and food service sectors. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which include feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 6000 people.The growth of our business is based on providing a high quality, affordable product and delivering great service levels to our customers. This is achieved by investing in people, utilising the latest technology and being uncompromising in our commitment to high quality and food standards. What’s in it for you? We are committed to making sure our employees reap rewards of commitment and great performance. In the Business Intelligence Specialist position, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.We offer comprehensive training as well as development and career progression opportunities. As a Junior Business Analyst you can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things include the following: 31 days annual leave Life assurance cover 3% pension contribution Various lifestyle benefits We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.