Business Analyst - Permanent role Our client is a highly regarded successful global finance company based in the Thames Valley just west of the M25. They are in the process of expanding the capacity of a highly rated team of Business Analysts to cope with an increasing workload. We are now looking for an outstanding career minded Business Analyst to work directly with the business to assist in the shaping, direction and implementation of many upcoming major projects. The role will lead to clear career progression into senior management for the right individual. The candidate must have the following knowledge and experience: Comprehensive knowledge & practical experience of business analysis techniques and analysis documentation Demonstrable experience of delivery in an Agile / SAFe CI environment Extremely customer focused, be a trusted adviser to the business Ability to help shape and direct the solution Strong Business case formulation and requirements definition, cost analysis, benefits realisation experience Extensive experience of writing use cases or functional specifications Good understanding of the requirements of business change management Extensive experience of business process modelling Ability to deal effectively with all stakeholders Ability to facilitate workshops Excellent change advocacy and leadership Able to advocate an innovative idea / vision / strategy to the business Excellent communicator, with strong negotiation and influencing skills Experience with System and User Acceptance Testing Knowledge & practical use of structured methodologies (e.g. TOGAF, Lean / Six Sigma), Agile, Waterfall, DSDM, ITIL.) Excellent analytical skills & an accomplished problem solver Excellent attention to detail combined with pragmatic, solutions' based thinking Solid business acumen Ability to bring personal authority to bear and to mentor other team members Conscientious & motivated, capable of working with minimal supervision Fluent in business English language - with clear and confident written and oral presentation skills and the ability to tailor these for all levels This is a superb career progression opportunity to work with an expanding market leader; as such we are looking for the best individuals. An excellent package including bonus, pension and health will be paid to the right candidate. TD Group Limited acts as an employment business for interim positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. TD Group is committed to equal opportunity and diversity