Senior Business Analyst

Role Overview

• Encourage effective working in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior clients, acting as a trusted advisor and securing buy‑in for the case for change and the delivery approach, particularly within supply chain and operational transformation programmes.
• Understand client business objectives, challenges, and industry trends, including supply chain dynamics, logistics constraints, procurement practices, and end‑to‑end operational flows.
• Ensure high client satisfaction through effective communication and timely delivery of project milestones and deliverables, with consideration for supply chain impacts and dependencies.
• Contribute to engagement success by bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, including those relating to supply chain operations and performance optimisation.
• Gather and analyse industry, market, and supply chain data to support business decisions.
• Work closely with stakeholders across operations, logistics, procurement, and commercial teams to collect and document business requirements, translating them into actionable plans.
• Assist in documenting business processes and workflows, including supply chain activities such as forecasting, inventory management, fulfilment, and distribution, to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide support to senior business analysts and project managers across the project lifecycle, including supply chain‑focused initiatives and operational improvement programmes.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, supply chain teams, and technical delivery teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment of requirements.
• Assist in the implementation of business and supply chain solutions such as; planning tools, inventory optimisation initiatives, logistics improvements, or operational reporting, ensuring solutions meet business needs.
• Create and maintain reports that track project progress, performance metrics, and other key indicators. These reports help in making informed business decisions.
• Support the Engagement Manager across the consulting engagement lifecycle (planning, budgeting, mobilisation, deliverable design, content development, risk management/escalation) to ensure successful and on‑time engagement or project delivery, including engagements focused on supply chain transformation.
• Draw on experience to contribute to project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with the client and consulting team, including the definition of supply chain or operational improvement initiatives.
• Develop artefacts that support the presentation of solutions and plans using standard Microsoft Office applications, including analysis and visuals related to supply chain performance and processes.
• Deliver tasks to the quality standards and processes of the client and Squarcle, ensuring that work is consistent and in accordance with the Squarcle quality assurance process.
• Identify and pursue follow‑on work and new business opportunities, including potential engagements in supply chain optimisation, operational improvement, and logistics transformation.
• Support the sales and bid processes assigned by the Executive Director of Growth and Head of Consulting, contributing relevant supply chain insights where applicable.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape, including developments in supply chain digitalisation, automation, and resilience.
• Provide guidance for more junior consultants, including mentoring those involved in supply chain or operations‑related analysis, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Mentor and develop consultants, assisting in their professional growth, including understanding supply chain fundamentals where relevant.
• Foster knowledge sharing and best practices within the consulting team, particularly in areas related to operations and supply chain management.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to the consulting domain, including supply chain innovation, advanced analytics, and operational excellence.
• Participate in professional development activities, such as attending seminars or pursuing relevant certifications (e.g., supply chain, logistics, or operations management).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (2:1) or higher in a related subject (e.g. Business Analytics, Business Management, Business Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or Logistics) or equivalent experience in a related role.
• Experience of working as a Business Analyst
• Well-developed core consulting skills e.g. research, analysis, presentation, and attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and client / customer service
• Aptitude to grasp new concepts and produce effective outputs/results
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a growth mindset – an analytical, innovative, and creative approach
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• A strong work ethic with an ability to be self-directed and be an independent contributor to the tea
• Ability to structure and manage intensive workloads
• Ability to lead teams
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite; specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• A worthy team player dedicated to contributing toward the outcome desired by the team and the business
• Successful candidates must be prepared to apply for, and pass security clearance, before they are appointed.

Benefits

• Generous leave package 26 days of annual leave (including your birthday!) plus UK bank holidays
• increasing to 27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years
• You’ll also get five extra days for your five and 10-year anniversaries
• Additional leave for members of the Reserve Forces and CFAV.
• Private medical insurance Provided once you’ve completed your probation.
• Recognition and rewards £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires
• Performance-related awards
• Milestone and life-event hampers to celebrate life’s big moments
• Development & learning
• Annual training week abroad
• Funding for qualifications that benefit both you and the business
• Travel & wellbeing
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted travel through funded railcards
• Pension Our pension provider is NOW Pensions, pension contributions are 3% employer and 5% employee
• We review our benefits regularly to ensure they stay competitive and meaningful
• so this list may evolve as we grow.
• Our working hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (with an hour for lunch), Monday – Friday.