The role
We are looking for a skilled and proactive Business Analyst to help shape and deliver digital and technology change across Natural Resources Wales (NRW). Working closely with subject matter experts, stakeholders and third-party suppliers, you will play a key role in identifying business needs, improving processes and supporting the successful delivery of projects that make a real difference to the people and environment of Wales.
Using Azure DevOps and operating within Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) best practice principles, you will work across a varied portfolio of initiatives, gathering and analysing requirements, mapping current ("as-is") and future ("to-be") processes, and developing project artefacts including Epics, Features and user requirements. You will help define project scope, timescales, costs and benefits, providing the insight needed to inform decision-making and investment priorities.
This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded Business Analyst who enjoys working collaboratively, solving complex problems and contributing to meaningful projects from concept through to delivery.
This is a fixed-term role until 31/03/2027.
As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to an NRW office within the place base / location above and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance.
To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Rob Stonehewer at
Interviews will be face to face (details of location will be shared in advance)
About us
There has never been a more important time to join Natural Resources Wales (NRW) and help shape a sustainable future for Wales. We use technology and innovation to support people, businesses and the environment, delivering services that make a real difference every day.
As a cloud-first organisation, NRW operates a large-scale Azure environment supporting critical national services 24/7. Our teams manage over 100 applications, real-time environmental systems, public reporting services and data from more than 650 remote monitoring locations across Wales.
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Business Analyst in Cardiff employer: Natural Resources Wales
Natural Resources Wales is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, staff enjoy generous leave entitlements, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for continuous learning, all while contributing to meaningful investigations that protect the natural resources of Wales.
