Business Analyst

The role

Thanks to growth in our client base, we are looking for a mid‑level Business Analyst to join our team. If the thought of solving real‑world business challenges through data and making a tangible impact with your work sounds good, this role is for you!

As a Business Analyst, you will act as a bridge between technical and client teams, playing a key role in projects that span Data Management, Data Engineering, Data Strategy, Cloud & Data Platforms, Insights and AI.

• Requirements gathering – Engaging with clients to elicit, document, and validate business requirements.
• Refining needs – Conducting workshops, interviews, and process mapping exercises to get to the crux of client requirements.
• Feasibility assessments and business case development – Conducting feasibility assessments and business case creation.
• Business Process Improvement – Engaging with client stakeholders to understand current workflows and identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Designing solutions – Working alongside our technical experts to create impactful, data‑driven solutions.
• Bridging business & tech – Facilitating discussions between business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Delivering real impact – Supporting the implementation of data initiatives, ensuring successful adoption.
• Beyond client work – Getting involved in proposition development, proposal responses, and helping build Oakland’s brand.

At mid‑level, we expect you to have ‘learned the ropes’ of your craft and be a consistent and reliable contributor within teams. This level is a step up from a Junior position, and we will support your development through The Oakland Academy and the L&D benefits listed below.

• A BA or similar delivery background in a technology domain, e.g., Data, Software, Cloud.
• Experience of using a range of tools & techniques to investigate business problems, elicit requirements, model processes, and deliver business solutions.
• Experience working in Agile environments and familiarity with ceremonies.
• Experience of using diagramming tools such as Visio, Lucid etc.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in stakeholder management and facilitation of workshops/interviews/discovery sessions.
• Commercially aware – understanding the business impact of technical initiatives.
• It would be helpful (but not essential) if you have experience in projects across any of our key service offerings – Data Management, Data Engineering, Data Strategy, Cloud & Data Platforms, Insights, and AI.

• Health & Wellbeing – Enjoy Private Healthcare from day one for you and your household, including dental cover, physiotherapy, mental health support, and access to a range of wellbeing services.
• Discretionary Bonus – Your hard work won’t go unnoticed. When we do well, you’ll do well.
• Generous Pension – We invest in your future with a 10% employer contribution, plus flexible options.
• Giving Back – Support causes you care about with our Payroll Giving Scheme and Matched Charitable Giving program.
• Bike to Work Scheme – Save money, stay active, and enjoy tax savings on a new bike.
• Family‑Friendly Policies – We support all paths to parenthood with:
• Enhanced Maternity Pay – 16 weeks full pay, 10 weeks half pay.
• Enhanced Paternity Pay – 2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay.
• Adoption, Surrogacy & Shared Parental Leave.
• Fertility Treatment Support – Because your family matters.
• Time to Recharge – 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (and your allowance grows the longer you’re with us!).
• Learning & Development – We invest in you with:
• Personalised development plans tailored to your goals.
• Full support for certifications.
• Access to The Oakland Academy for a suite of learning materials.
• An annual Personal Learning Budget to upskill in ways that matter to you.
• Refer & Earn – Know someone great? If they join us, you’ll get a referral bonus as a thank you.

At Oakland, we believe that diverse perspectives drive better outcomes for our people, our clients, and our business. Our commitment to DEIB isn’t just about policies; it’s about creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Every interviewer completes recruitment and unconscious bias training, and our hiring process is skills‑based and structured to ensure fairness and consistency for all candidates.

If you require any reasonable accommodations to make your interview experience more accessible, our Talent team is here to help, just let us know.