At a Glance
- Tasks: Support organisational change and transformation in local government HR projects.
- Company: Local Government Authority in Bedfordshire with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and potential for permanent position.
- Other info: Fast-paced recruitment; apply today to seize this opportunity!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local government while developing your analytical skills.
- Qualifications: 3+ years as a Business Analyst in local government and HR project experience required.
The predicted salary is between 25.09 - 25.09 £ per hour.
A Local Government Authority in Bedfordshire is looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support organisational change and transformation activity, with a particular focus on Human Resources projects. This role requires substantial previous experience operating within a council or local government environment. Candidates without the required local government background will not be considered.
Essential Experience
- Minimum of 3 years' Business Analyst experience working within councils or local government
- Previous experience delivering Human Resources / HR projects within a council environment
- Experienced and accredited Business Analyst capable of leading business analysis activity across complex organisational and transformation programmes
- Strong requirements gathering capability, translating complex business needs into clear requirements, specifications and project documentation
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills, including leading workshops, challenging constructively and influencing decision-making
- Strong process analysis and improvement experience, identifying opportunities to improve services, processes and operational efficiency
- Ability to undertake options appraisals, cost-benefit analysis and support evidence-based investment and change decisions
- Experience working collaboratively with service teams, project managers, technical specialists and external suppliers
- Benefits-focused approach, using data, insight and technology awareness to identify, define and measure improvements and efficiencies
The Role
You will work across business and project teams to understand current processes, identify opportunities for improvement and define the requirements needed to deliver successful organisational change. The successful Business Analyst will be comfortable working in a complex local government environment and engaging with stakeholders at different levels of the organisation, ensuring proposed changes are practical, measurable and aligned with wider strategic objectives.
Important Information
- Previous council / local government experience is essential
- Minimum 3 years' Business Analyst experience within councils is essential
- Previous HR project experience is essential
- Applications must be received today, 20 August 2026
- Applicants must be UK residents
- No visa sponsorship or options are available for this role
- This role is hybrid working, with no fully remote option
- There is potential for the initial contract to develop into a permanent position
Salt contact: Robert Sprigens - Rates depend on experience and client requirements.
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