Planning Inspectorate
Senior Business Analyst (SAP Software Solutions)
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Senior Business Analyst (SAP Software Solutions)
Senior Business Analyst (SAP) – Fixed Term Contract
Planning Inspectorate – Corporate Services Team Location: Contractually based in Bristol (with flexible hybrid working arrangements) Grade: 1 x Senior Executive Officer (Grade) Salary: £46,689 (pension contributions included) Working Hours: 37 hours (or part-time at ≥20 hours with flexible options)
About the Role
Support and enhance Corporate Systems’ digital products (including SAP), ensuring continuous improvement aligned with Government Shared Services Strategy. Collaborate with Service Managers, Delivery Managers, Product Owners (Finance, Commercial, HR) and Operational Teams to shape digital services that drive efficiency and transformation.
The Planning Inspectorate delivers vital services that impact communities, the economy, and individuals’ lives. As part of the Digital, Data and Technology (DDT) Profession, this role is focused on leveraging technology to deliver government-wide improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
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SAP System Enhancements
- Play a pivotal role in improving Corporate Systems’ back-office SAP platform for Finance, Commercial, HR, and wider organisational teams.
- Contribute to a strategic transition project targeting the migration to a new shared service model (2029/30).
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Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with SAP Business Analysts, Delivery Managers, Product Owners, and external suppliers.
- Engage with Change Management, Communications teams, and other Government Departments to drive adoption.
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Business Process & System Optimisation
- Apply subject matter expertise in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) to refine finance, procurement, and HR processes.
- Conduct options analysis and business case development, assessing feasibility, operational impact, and benefit realisation.
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Business Modelling & Analysis
- Utilise techniques like process mapping, data analysis, and root-cause analysis to identify system efficiency gains.
- Translate complex technical requirements into user-friendly models that align with corporate objectives.
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Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external users to understand needs and encourage buy-in.
- Communicate effectively across teams, ensuring solutions balance strategic vision, business needs, and end-user requirements.
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Person Specification
Essential Criteria
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ERP & System Expertise
- Proven experience in SAP or ERP environments, specialising in finance, procurement, and HR integration.
- Strong knowledge of ERP best practices, including:
- Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report processes.
- Integration between HR and Finance systems.
- Cross-functional business flows (e.g., Budgeting, Cost Control).
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Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Ability to assess feasibility, quantify benefits, and contribute to business case development.
- Advanced data analysis and root-cause problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in business modelling (principles like BPMN, UML, or process flow diagrams).
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Stakeholder Management
- Track record of engaging diverse stakeholders, including technical and non-technical teams.
- Skills in :
- Conducting requirements gathering, user insights assessment. -Managing resistance to change through targeted communication.
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Alignment & Delivery Orientation
- Proven ability to ensure solutions meet strategic goals while addressing operational challenges.
- Detail-oriented with attention to user-needs and system efficacy.
Behaviours Assessed During Selection
Your application will be evaluated against these core behaviours:
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Working Together
Benefits Package
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Salary | £46,689 (minimum of pay band). Pension contributions (₵13,525 added by Planning Inspectorate). |
| Pension | Civil Service Defined Benefit Scheme. Explore pension benefits. |
| Workflexibility | Hybrid and flexible working hours ( arranngements tailored to team needs). Part-time options (≥20 hrs/week). |
| Holiday Entitlement | 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year to 30 days after 5 years + privilege days + UK bank holidays. |
| Tech & Collaboration Tools | Fast, modern Windows 11 + Microsoft 365 for seamless remote collaboration. |
| Training & Development | Growth opportunities within the Digital, Data and Technology Profession, including mentorship and upskilling. |
| Supportive Culture | Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and employee wellbeing. |
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Key Logistics
- Location: Officially Dublin-based (10-min walk from Temple Meads train station). Hybrid work will depend on team/business needs; flexible attendance discussed at interview stage.
- Security Clearance: Standard Security Check (SC) required (process may take weeks).
- Application Process:
- Started with an initial ‘lead sift’ of the essential ERP experience criterion.
- Drafted Personal Statement (≤1000 words) and Structured CV (adhering to criteria mapping).
- Timeline:
- Shortlisting: 13–15 July 2026
- Interview: 24th July 2026 (in-person, Bristol). No travel/housing support provided.
- Right to Work: All shortlisted candidates must undergo right-to-work checks.
Additional Notes
- Representative Groups: Role is open to UK, EU (EUSS applicants), commonwealth/citizens, or temporary residency holders entitled to British work rights.
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Apply before: [Expected vacancy closure date]. For further details or enquiries, contact: Paul Lear (PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk).
The Planning Inspectorate complies with standard Civil Service practice. Security vetting, code of conduct, and data protection apply.
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