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Business Analyst – Cost Transformation Salary: Up to £80,000 12 Month - Fixed-Term Contract Location: Warwickshire (Hybrid – 2–3 days on-site)
Overview
We are seeking a highly capable Business Analyst to play a key role in a large-scale cost transformation programme across IT and the wider UK organisation.
This role will focus on identifying, shaping, and accelerating cost optimisation and efficiency initiatives, working across a portfolio of 10–12 high-impact transformation workstreams.
You will take initiatives from early-stage ideation through to business case approval and mobilisation, ensuring clear financial justification and measurable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Shape early-stage initiatives Define scope, problem statements, and success criteria Challenge assumptions and refine cost-saving opportunities Cost modelling & analysis Conduct cost baselining and identify optimisation opportunities Build robust financial models (savings, ROI, payback, etc.) Options evaluation Assess multiple delivery options (process, technology, sourcing, operating model) Provide data-driven recommendations Business case development Create structured, investment-grade business cases Support governance processes including RFI / RFP activities Clearly articulate benefits, costs, risks, and dependencies Stakeholder engagement Work closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, and business leaders Facilitate workshops and drive alignment across teams From concept to delivery Translate ideas into actionable roadmaps and delivery plans Support mobilisation into execution Drive pace and momentum Remove blockers and accelerate progress across initiatives Operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments Required Experience & Skills Proven experience as a Business Analyst within transformation or change programmes Strong experience in cost transformation / cost optimisation initiatives Track record delivering cost reduction, efficiency, or savings programmes Experience building business cases with strong financial justification Exposure to RFI / RFP processes, ideally within procurement or sourcing contexts Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Comfortable working in early-stage, unstructured environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Proactive, delivery-focused mindset Desirable Experience within large or complex UK organisations Exposure to IT cost transformation (infrastructure, applications, vendors, sourcing) Consulting or advisory background
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Location:
Warwickshire
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT

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