Senior Business Analyst – Grade E3

Scottish Funding Council

Senior Business Analyst at Scottish Funding Council involved in digital solutions and operational efficiency. Conducting research, collaboration, and analysis to drive strategic innovations.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £49,938 - £58,134 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business analysis and project management, with a strong focus on process improvement and digital transformation. Proficient in developing functional specifications and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.

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Business AnalysisProject ManagementProcess Improvement MethodologiesSQLData Visualization Tools

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Hard Skills

Business AnalysisProject ManagementProcess ImprovementData AnalysisFunctional SpecificationsKPI DevelopmentAutomated WorkflowsReporting SolutionsLean Six SigmaSQL

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaborationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelPowerPointPowerBI

Industry Keywords

Digital TransformationOperational EfficiencyStrategic GoalsCross-Functional TeamsPerformance Monitoring

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research and analysis of SFC operations, processes, and systems to identify areas for improvement and optimisation that align with our digital goals and strategic ambitions.
Gather, analyse, and document business requirements from stakeholders and develop functional specifications.
Collaborate with cross-directorate teams to develop and implement new processes and systems to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Identify and analyse trends, patterns, and insights to make informed decisions and develop actionable recommendations for process improvements that support digital and modernisation.
Work with IT to design, develop, and implement automated workflows and reporting solutions to support business operations that align with the goals of SFC.
Working with a project manager to support the development of project plans, timelines, and deliverables that align with the strategic goals of SFC.
Develop and maintain project and process documentation, including requirements, design, test plans, and user manuals, that support the delivery of Digital Transformation.
Support the development and maintenance of key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance that quantifies value and return of our digital investments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in business analysis, project management, or related fields.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and insights from complex data sets.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to develop and manage project plans, timelines, and deliverables that align with the goals of SFC.
Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
Degree level education (SCQF Level 9) or equivalent experience, preferably in business, finance or a related field.
Experience with SQL and/or data visualization tools such as PowerBI would be an advantage.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements.
Annual leave entitlement of 30 days pro-rata, plus public and privilege holiday entitlement of 13 days pro-rata.
A flexible approach to hybrid working, giving you flexibility to work from home anywhere in the UK for some of the time while also maintaining regular in-person contact with colleagues.
Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government’s Public Sector Pay Policy and negotiated with our recognised trade union, Unite. Salaries are reviewed annually in April for employees who commence employment prior to 1 October in the preceding year.
Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme.
Support for continuous professional development.
Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Special Leave (paid and unpaid), a contribution to learning outside work through our Lifelong Learning Fund, free winter flu vaccination, and access to occupational health support.
We provide support to SFC employees with Volunteering Days.
Support for travel to and from work, including a salary sacrifice cycle loan scheme, cycle storage and shower facilities, an interest-free loan for bus or rail season tickets and free office car parking for employees on a first-come basis.