Role DescriptionThe purpose of the role is to enable IT and organisational change by using specialised business analysis, change management skills and a disciplined business analysis approach. In addition, the purpose of the role is to guide and challenge the business to identify the need for change by defining requirements and recommending solutions that will maximise the value delivered by the business to its customers. This role can be based in either our Guildford or Birmingham offices, this is a hybrid role with the expectation of attending the office between 2 and 16 days per month.Salary InformationSalary Circa 60,000-70,000Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.Key ResponsibilitiesAs Senior Business Analyst you willWork with senior stakeholders in defining business visions and developing the strategies to meet these via strategic analysis, feasibility studies and business casesSet up, scope and initiate change programmes, projects and initiatives to deliver business benefitsDefine, own and agree the business analysis approach to be applied, for the analysis activities required on the programme, project or initiative, ensuring that all activities align with change governance and quality standardsWork to understand existing business environment, business needs and elicit business requirements from stakeholders at all levels of seniorityManage end-to-end clear traceability, maintenance, prioritisation, change control and approval mechanisms of analysis activityRecommend potential business solutions in line with business objectives, data needs and requirementsSupport the development of solutions by working closely with solution partners and suppliersDevelop and apply business analysis best practice tools, techniques and standardsLead, mentor and coach others on the business analysis career path and/or a programme, project or initiativeLearn from previous experience and understand how benefits have been delivered by participating in post-implementation reviews, lessons learned sessions and knowledge share/peer reviewsSeek feedback and learnings from other more experienced Business Analysts, as well as contribution to the continuous learning of the profession.ExperienceKnowledge and experience in understanding how businesses operate and key drivers for changeHigh degree of organisation, task planning and time managementExperience of different project methods and how these impact the work a business analyst carries outExperience of working in a business analysis role on several high complexity technical change initiatives/projectsGood appreciation of the wider field of IT systems (architecture, hardware and software), their use in relevant business processes and how they are implemented to meet business objectivesExcellent communication skills – verbal and written.Highly skilled in MS Office and Visio, with a good understanding of tools used to support change management and software development’Experience of planning and facilitating workshops of varying sizeLeadership, mentoring and coaching as well as experience leading less experienced BA’s on a project. qExperience influencing and managing stakeholders up to board levelExperience working with remote, offshore and third party teamsExperience or demonstrable knowledge of the insurance industry including products, services and differing business models, ideally with an IT background.SkillsExpertise in defining and leading business analysis approaches within Waterfall and Agile methodologies from change and systems development perspectivesApplication of recognised industry standard modelling techniques, including data modelling and BPMNExperience and knowledge of systems lifecycle concepts used to plan, develop, implement, operate and maintain IT systems/services. Responsible Artificial Intelligence usage with experience using Generative AI tools such as onsite Webchat / Chat Bot systems or AI automation is desirable but not essential.What We Will Offer YouRecognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from - so you can pick a package that’s perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That’s on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including:Flexible buy/sell holiday optionsHybrid workingAnnual performance related bonusContributory pension schemeDevelopment daysA discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and petRetail discountsVolunteering daysOur Ways of WorkingDo you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive. Your work life balance is important to us.Inclusive Support & AccessibilityAt Allianz, we are committed to fostering building an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled and neurodivergent candidates and offer tailored adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, whether that’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, flexible working arrangements, mentoring or coaching. We want to encourage candidates to speak with us about any adjustments they may need. We’re here to support you.If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and meet the essential criteria, you can choose to be considered through our Offer an Interview Scheme.Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for any assistance during the recruitment process including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications. Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.ukFor any inquiries or to submit your application, please contact: Annice BoysClosing Date November 24th 2026We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.#LI-Hybrid109088 | Operations | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz UK | Full-Time | PermanentJoin us - Let’s Care for Tomorrow.Job SummaryJob number: 109088Profession: OperationsType:
Senior Business Analyst in London employer: Allianz
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