At a Glance
- Tasks: Help deliver meaningful change through innovative tech solutions in defence and security.
- Company: Join Northrop Grumman UK, a mission-led organisation focused on innovation and community impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, private healthcare, performance bonuses, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience in Agile environments and tools like Jira is a plus; UK citizenship required.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by solving complex challenges and collaborating with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a proactive mindset are essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
As a Junior Business Analyst at Northrop Grumman UK, you will help customers deliver meaningful change by implementing innovative technology solutions within the defence and security sector. Your work will involve bringing clarity to complex challenges, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring solutions deliver real value. This role supports a mission-led organisation that values innovation, career development, and community impact.
Responsibilities
- Work with stakeholders to gather, analyse and document business and technical requirements.
- Translate complex business challenges into clear, structured insights that inform decision‑making.
- Produce high‑quality documentation to enable effective delivery of change initiatives without prescribing solutions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including developers, testers and systems engineers.
- Facilitate meetings and contribute to stakeholder engagement and communication activities.
- Evaluate solutions against business needs and recommend improvements to processes, systems or ways of working.
Qualifications & Experience
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work in complex or ambiguous situations.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to tailor your approach to different audiences.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop in business analysis.
- Experience working in collaborative team environments.
Desirable Experience
- Exposure to Agile delivery environments and writing user stories or tickets.
- Familiarity with tools such as Jira, GitLab or Confluence.
- Experience or interest in the defence or security sectors.
Requirements
- UK citizenship required.
- Must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance.
- Travel up to 10% of the time; relocation assistance not available.
Benefits
- Flexible working options, including compressed fortnightly schedules.
- Private healthcare – cash health plan.
- Holiday buy and sell scheme.
- Performance‑related bonuses.
- Career development and training programmes.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Northrop Grumman UK is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
Contact: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
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Northrop Grumman UK is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and career development within the defence and security sector. With flexible working options, a commitment to employee growth through training programmes, and a strong focus on community impact, employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture.
