Technical Business Analyst

As a Technical Business Analyst, you will be adept at gathering requirements via a range of methods and techniques, translating these technical requirements into detailed User Stories and Acceptance Criteria, utilising Azure DevOps (ADO) to capture and manage these requirements effectively, and maintaining traceability of the requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will ideally already have DV but as a minimum will have active SC clearance and a desire to be sponsored through DV, is not a dual-national, will thrive in a fast-paced team environment, working closely with a range of stakeholders, demonstrating initiative, the ability to self-manage, while ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

Skills:

1. Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Proficient in eliciting, documenting, and analysing business and technical requirements via a range of methods and techniques.

2. User Story Development: Experienced in translating requirements into clear and concise User Stories and Acceptance Criteria.

3. Azure DevOps (ADO): Skilled in using ADO for capturing, managing, and maintaining traceability of requirements.

4. Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure their requirements are met.

5. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information clearly and effectively.

6. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions.

7. Technical Understanding: Good understanding of technical concepts and the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams.

8. Project / Self-Management: Basic project / self-management skills to manage timelines, deliverables, and ensure alignment with project goals.

9. Attention to Detail: High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of requirements.

10. Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.

11. Self-Starter: Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently without constant supervision.

12. Collaboration: Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

1. Clearance: SC Clearance and a desire to be sponsored through DV

2. Experience: Several years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in a technical or software development agile environment.

3. Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or similar.

4. Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and related tools (e.g. ADO (preferable), Atlassian suite).

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks.

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies,

LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning

LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.