Suffolk's councils are working together on one of the most ambitious change programmes the county has ever seen. Through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), we're creating three new unitary councils and building the foundations for the future of local services across Suffolk.
We're looking for talented people to join our programme team and play a key role in making that happen.
As our Business Analyst, you'll be the bridge between information and decision-making. You'll help bring data, evidence and insight to life, translating complex information into clear recommendations that support programme leaders, workstreams and stakeholders across Suffolk
Your role and responsibilities
You'll work across the programme to gather, analyse and interpret information from multiple sources, helping decision-makers understand what it means and how it should inform future decisions. More than a traditional analytical role, you'll use data, evidence, stories and insight to support benefits realisation, service design, communications, engagement and organisational planning.
You will:
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Gather, analyse and interpret data and intelligence from across the programme.
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Support analytical requests from the PMO, Programme Director and programme boards.
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Lead analytical support for benefits realisation tracking and programme reporting.
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Produce analysis to support target operating models, organisational design, workforce planning and service improvement.
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Present complex information in clear and accessible formats for different audiences.
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Use storytelling, case studies and customer insight to bring information to life.
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Identify trends, opportunities, risks and implications from data and evidence.
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Work closely with colleagues across the programme to support evidence-based decision-making.
You will need
We're looking for someone who can combine strong analytical skills with the ability to make information meaningful and useful for a wide range of audiences.
We hope you’ll bring:
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Experience working with data, evidence or intelligence in an analytical, business analysis or improvement-focused role.
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Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
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Strong communication and data storytelling skills, translating complex information into clear and actionable insight.
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The ability to combine quantitative analysis with qualitative insight to support decision-making and service improvement.
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Curiosity and confidence to identify relevant information sources and ask the right questions.
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The ability to tailor information for different audiences, helping others understand what it means and why it matters.
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Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.
If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Although hosted by Suffolk County Council, this is a genuinely system-wide role working across the full LGR system, bringing together multiple councils, disciplines and partners behind a single shared objective. The team act on behalf of all Suffolk councils and are accountable to the Future Suffolk Implementation Board.
You’ll join a newly established programme team, united by a shared commitment to delivering change that protects services for residents and creates strong, sustainable new councils.
For more information on LGR in Suffolk, please visit the Three Councils for Suffolk and the Future Suffolk websites.
Applications from Suffolk's five councils
Colleagues currently working for one of Suffolk's five councils are encouraged to apply. Where possible, appointments will be made on a secondment basis, allowing you to retain your substantive role.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Lysanne Eddy, Programme Director for LGR, for a casual conversation. You can reach them by emailing [email protected].
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Please upload the following to your application:
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An up-to-date copy of your CV
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Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question).
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Question 1: Describe a time when you used data, evidence or intelligence to inform a recommendation, decision or significant piece of work.
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Question 2: Describe a time when you helped others understand complex information and use it to inform decisions, communications, engagement activity or service improvement.
For each example, please explain the scale and complexity involved, your personal role and responsibilities, the action you took and the outcome achieved. We are interested in what you specifically did and the difference your contribution made. General statements without specific supporting evidence will not be scored as highly.
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at [email protected] or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 13 September 2026
Provisional interview date: Week commencing 21 September 2026 (subject to change)
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