Lead Business Analyst/Product Analyst - IT End User Services

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Reading or Havant.

Salary: £62,324 - £71,370 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The SSE End User Services teams have the responsibility to deliver secure, industry standard services to meet SSE device and digital workplace requirements, as part of this growing team we are looking for an experienced lead BA who can help set the standards for and lead a team of technical BAs to support the programme of projects and service requirements, the key responsibilities would be:

- Assesses impacts and oversees the design activities for business processes to accommodate the use of the solution(s).

- Presents complex business and technical concepts to all levels of the organisation relating to the EUS service.

- Identifies, assesses, evaluates and communicates business and IT risk.

- Plans, prioritises, manages, executes and evaluates analysis work across the team.

- Leads on any large/complex releases and ensures that all analysis activities progress in a timely manner, towards the common goal.

We are looking for an experienced person who is keen to set up and shape the role and BA EUS standards, and will develop the team and engage with them to understand and deliver the requirements from both the waterfall and agile deliverables.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Previous experience of leading, setting direction and helping other analysts deliver as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

- Demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge, and have experience from a similar lead support or development role in supporting business critical/complex systems in a large organisation.

- A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise own and others' workload within demanding schedules.

- Ability to work on and understand IT projects in the End User Computing / Digital Workplace.

- Excellent facilitation skills; ensures stakeholders reach agreement and develop effective work practices.

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact David on 01738 275846.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.