465978 Development Programme – Junior Business Analyst
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Tuesday 14th July 2026
Location: Swansea (This role is suitable for hybrid working)
Salary: £30,485 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
This two-year programme will combine classroom training with hands‑on experience, designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed in a long‑term career in IT. The programme will commence with structured classroom training over a period of 4‑8 weeks, primarily office based.
You’ll be part of an innovative IT community where we learn while we work and solve problems together. Using the most modern development environments, tools and latest cutting edge technologies you’ll work on systems and services that make a positive difference to the lives of every citizen in the UK.
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) are looking to fill up to 5 placements in its Information Technology Services (ITS) department.
We’re looking for people who are not afraid to challenge the norm, driven by a desire to make things better, and to be the best at what they do. If you have the same drive, passion for purpose and believe you would thrive in an Information Technology environment we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of user requirements.
- Work towards becoming responsible for the development and production of Business Analysis documentation/templates as defined by best practice. Develop in areas such as identifying, owning, presenting demos and reviewing user stories and supporting when presenting to wider teams and refining the stories from subsequent feedback.
- Provide support to the development teams, learning how to manage queries and issues that may arise during sprints/retrospectives/meetings relating to requirements.
- Learn to provide support to continually ensure that a shared understanding is established and maintained amongst the development team of the business requirement and how it is met by technical solutions.
Benefits
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here.
- Best in class learning and development tailored to your role.
- An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work‑life balance.
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
- Generous employer contribution of 28.9%, depending on chosen pension scheme.
- Digital communities with clear career frameworks.
- On‑site nursery, restaurants and coffee bar.
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30), 8 bank holidays and an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
- 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
- Free parking.
About You
To be eligible to apply for a placement you should have a passion for IT and be able to start on the programme on 7th October 2026. This is a fantastic way to earn a wage and work alongside experienced staff to gain job‑specific skills, along with an industry‑recognised qualification.
The programme will allow you to grow wider skills such as teamwork, resilience, communication and problem‑solving skills, along with developing your skills in business change management and analysis. Key areas that assist in enhancing your future employability opportunities.
You will be required to attend mandatory courses and sit exams throughout the course of the development programme. You are required to pass the exams in order to remain on the Business Analysis Development Programme and gain your BCS International diploma in Business Analysis.
We are looking for people who:
- Have an interest in IT.
- Pay attention to detail.
- Have good organisational skills, stay calm under pressure, and can prioritise when you have many different things to do.
- Are committed to the development programme and have enthusiasm to learn.
- Enjoy working with others and being part of a team.
- Are going to make the most of the time you spend with us.
On this programme, you’ll learn how to:
- Investigate wants, needs, problems and opportunities.
- Apply relevant techniques to structure information.
- Use modelling techniques and tools.
- Identify opportunities for improvement.
- Analyse requirements for business situations.
- See the drivers and impacts of a proposed business change.
- Work as an Agile business analyst within a digital environment.
How to Apply
Read the full description and apply here: https://bit.ly/4v96Lkt
This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Tuesday 14th July 2026
Development Programme – Junior Business Analyst in Swansea employer: Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture in Swansea that fosters professional growth and development. With a focus on innovation within our Centre of Digital Excellence, employees benefit from a comprehensive learning environment, generous benefits including a competitive salary and civil service pension, and the flexibility of hybrid working options, making it a rewarding place to build a career in cloud infrastructure.
Contact Details:
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) Recruitment Team
