Nimble Approach
Business Analyst
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Who we are
Nimble Approach is a human-centric, collaborative consultancy delivering Product, Technology, Data, and AI solutions with an equity-first mindset. We work with organisations across a wide range of sectors, including Healthcare, Government, Utilities, Fintech, and Manufacturing. Our work varies by client and context, offering opportunities to build experience across different domains and ways of working
We focus on delivering value in ways that are considered, collaborative, and sustainable. Our teams are made up of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value respectful collaboration, shared learning, and practical problem-solving
We aim to provide supportive team environments and clear guidance, even when working in changing or complex contexts
We have offices in Sheffield (our headquarters), Leeds, and Manchester, and work in a hybrid way. Most of our teams come together in person a few times each month, as well as for team and client workshops when needed
We recognise that people have different working styles, responsibilities, health needs, and commitments outside of work. Wherever possible, we support flexible working arrangements and will work with you to find approaches that help you do your best work while meeting the needs of your team and clients
The Role
As a Consultant or Senior Consultant at Nimble, you'll be joining our Product & Design Capability, our permanent team of highly skilled product management, business analysis and user centred design consultants
We are looking for passionate and pragmatic people who can help to shape and develop our growing capability, as well as hit the ground running on client projects as a Business Analyst at either Consultant or Senior Consultant level
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the analysis of the functionality that digital and data systems currently deliver or need to deliver.
- Create, and support other team members in the creation of system models, data models, and technical documentation from high level business requirements.
- Define and assure critical delivery artefacts, including epics, features, user stories, acceptance criteria, and non-functional requirements.
- Lead and define the approach to managing requirements artefacts, ensuring clear traceability from initial business needs through to developed functionality.
- Assess the technical effect of system changes and effectively communicate these impacts to relevant stakeholders.
- Determine when and how to work with others in a multidisciplinary team to identify technical gaps in system functionality and assess their impact on the user experience.
- Advise on complex business scenarios and develop acceptance criteria to support robust system testing.
- Review technical prototypes, test plans, and test outcome reporting to ensure requirements have been successfully met.
Key Skills
- Previous experience in a business analysis role on public sector, GDS projects
- Proven ability to lead the analysis of system functionality, create high level data models, and understand the impact of system changes.
- The ability to determine the best approach for your role within various delivery methodologies (such as scrum or kanban) and clearly communicate the value of iterative technical delivery.
- Stakeholder management and effective communication skills
- Desirable - Previous consultancy experience
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What we offer
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension with employer contributions
- A £2,000 annual learning and development budget to use in ways that work for you
- Dedicated time during working hours for learning, development, and qualifications
- Private cashback healthcare for you and a nominated family member (Westfield Health)
- Supportive, collaborative working environment
- A flat organisational structure with opportunities for progression and development
- Laptop and any reasonable equipment needed for your role (Mac or Windows)
- Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders and optional 1-to-1 support
- Involvement in shaping company objectives and future direction
- Opportunities to take part in communities of practice
- Referral bonus of £3,000 for successful hires
Accessibility & Inclusion
Nimble Approach is committed to providing a fair, inclusive, and respectful working environment where everyone can thrive. Discrimination, harassment, or unfair treatment have no place within our organisation.
We actively encourage applications from people who are underrepresented in technology, including those from non-traditional career paths. We believe diverse experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking help create better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we work with.
If you require any adjustments or support during recruitment, please contact people@nimbleapproach.com and we'll work with you to ensure you have an equitable opportunity to demonstrate your skills and experience.
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