Digital Business Analyst [1 year fixed-term contract]

The Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Business Analyst to join our IT department on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This maternity cover position is a key user facing role within the IT department. You will be responsible for capturing, analysing & documenting business requirements for the Online Services Team, working with stakeholders to determine the priority of requirements based on value to the business, defining the scope of the change activity, and then working with both users and IT staff to guarantee the change activity meets the business needs as part of a wider development team.

What Will You Do:

Scoping:

• Working with product owners, stakeholders and business users to elicit, capture, analyse, refine, communicate and document their requirements.
• Assisting the product owner with creating and maintaining a healthy and ordered product backlog.
• Supporting the development of options for the range of technical solutions available to meet the project brief.
• Providing support to the developers in the definition of technical solutions.
• Making solution recommendations based on fit, technical feasibility and cost analysis.
• Creating and documenting testing scenarios, use cases, run user and regression tests to ensure high product quality.
• Assisting with the estimation of timescales, resources and planning to successfully deliver.
• Contributing to the regular review of working practices and the alignment of these to industry best practice.

Delivering:

• Capturing, analysing & documenting business requirements using Agile methodology.
• Working with key product owners and stakeholders to determine the priority of requirements.
• Working with product owners and stakeholders during the design, build and test phases to ensure the solution meets the needs of the business.
• Taking accountability for highlighting issues, engaging the team to find solutions and ensuring that the necessary remedial action is pursued.

What We Are Looking For:

• Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
• Experience of working with a recognised Agile or Iterative development methodology adopting agile documentation including Backlogs, Customer Journeys, Use Cases, User Stories, Acceptance Criteria etc.
• Track record of applying business or logical analysis to break down complex problems and identify viable solutions.
• Experience of the full project lifecycle and a good understanding of project roles and activities (technical and non-technical) required for successful delivery.
• Effective at building and sustaining relationships across all levels of the organisation, both within IT and beyond.
• Credible in relaying detailed information to a non-expert audience in a manner that creates action and gets results.
• Experience of various tools and techniques applicable to breaking down problems, formulating solutions, and tracking and prioritising risks and issues.
• Experience in Digital Product or Services Development.

Career Level:

The career level assigned to this role is level 3. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level.

Here At Simmons & Simmons:

Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.  

Some Key Information:

• We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. 
• Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences).  
• We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.  
• We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering.  
• We are proud to rank as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
• We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers.  
• We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.  
• All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists.  
• We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm.

Equal Opportunities:

We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: 

• Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. 
• Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. 
• Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. 
• We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be a great addition to our team.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team . To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details.