The Change Delivery Team, part of the Resources Directorate, comprises of Project Managers and Business Analysts and is pivotal in executing key projects and business change initiatives throughout the Council.

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Business Analyst to join this team, primarily working on the Council's Corporate ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Replacement Project.

About the job

IMPORTANT: Please read the Additional Information section for guidance on how to apply for this role to ensure your supporting statement is submitted in the correct format.

This is a Senior Business Analyst role, which will be based within the Change Delivery Team. The successful candidate will support a programme of business analyst workstreams specifically aligned with the ERP project.

You will be part of a highly motivated, dedicated, and supportive project team, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and supporting public service delivery.

What We Are Looking For From You

We are looking for an individual with strong analytical skills, an ability to holistically assess a problem from multiple angles, who is comfortable working with complex data, and has an interest in change and improvement.

You will have strong communication and writing skills, able to prepare reports and present information clearly and effectively for a range of different audiences, from senior managers to end users.

You will have proven experience of undertaking research and analysis, both independently and as part of a team, and you will have an aptitude for problem solving, being able to identify issues and recommend options for improvement.

An excellent level of ICT competency will be a pre-requisite, specifically, familiarity with Microsoft Office. Experience of more specialist tools, such as Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, or Microsoft Power BI would also be advantageous.

Most importantly, we encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about public service improvement and enjoy working as part of an effective team.

Additional information

This post will be fixed term until the 31 st of December 2027 (this date may be extended dependant on the project timelines).

The Council has adopted hybrid working practices which apply to this role, meaning most of the work can be undertaken either in the office, at home, or at another suitable location. There will still be a requirement to visit a Council office location for certain meetings as required by the project.

The interview process for this role may be held on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you require further information or for an informal discussion about this position, please contact Nicole Thompson, Project Manager, Nicole.thompson@cardiff.gov.uk

In your supporting statement to apply to this role, please provide clear examples illustrating how you meet the person specification using the STAR format. (Situation, Task, Action, Result).

We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

Note: Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools-based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.

This vacancy is also suitable for post share.

We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.

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Job Category Project Opportunities

Department Finance

Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Temporary