Energy & Utilities Business Analyst Position Description The UK energy & utilities industry is going through a period of unprecedented change as the country seeks to meet its net zero ambitions and grapples with deep rooted challenges in our water sector. CGI's Energy & Utilities business is looking to grow our team with additional Business Analysts. Do you want to make an impact on the sector? Are you looking to work with high-profile clients within the UK electricity, gas and water industries? Would you like to be part of a secure, growing company with the scale and strength to take your career to the next level? As a Business Analyst you will be joining CGI's Energy & Utilities team that shapes and delivers solutions across the UK industry - working with a wide range of energy and water companies and related market participants. CGI was selected both as the "Best Very Big Company to Work for in the Technology Industry" by the Sunday Times in 2025 and one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine in 2024. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of talent and inspiring more everyone to pursue careers in our sector. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities Your role will involve work across the full implementation life-cycle, including analysis and documentation of business and functional requirements, business process analysis, strategic solution recommendations and solution architecture, design, testing and cut-over. You will be involved in defining scope and business priorities for business changes, eliciting requirements, selecting appropriate techniques for the elicitation of detailed requirements and specifying business and system requirements. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To be successful in this role you will have worked within the UK utilities sector within one or more core business areas, undertaking business analysis activities. You will have experience of working in a project environment in addition to any operational roles. You will be familiar with Business Analysis Techniques for the modelling and understanding a business and its operation and identifying and evaluating solutions to business problems. You will have experience of one or more relevant energy & utilities industry solutions from software providers covering core business functions such as customer engagement, sales, pricing, forecasting, billing/CRM, collections, ETRM, MDMS, SCADA, network/outage management, GIS, asset management, workforce management and water quality. You will be a team player with strong communication and presentation skills and an ability to engage at all stakeholder levels. Desirable experience includes: • Experience of working as a Business or Technical Analyst in the energy & utilities industry on assignments supporting business and/or IT transformation. • Experience of current and future industry and regulatory change • Experience of business process mapping/business process re-engineering • Track record of finding innovative solutions to business challenges. • The ability to create and maintain clearly written business requirements and functional system design documentation. • The Ability to multi-task, with experience of working on various projects at any one time. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Energy & Utilities Business Analyst Position Description The UK energy & utilities industry is going through a period of unprecedented change as the country seeks to meet its net zero ambitions and grapples with deep rooted challenges in our water sector. CGI's Energy & Utilities business is looking to grow our team with additional Business Analysts. Do you want to make an impact on the sector? Are you looking to work with high-profile clients within the UK electricity, gas and water industries? Would you like to be part of a secure, growing company with the scale and strength to take your career to the next level? As a Business Analyst you will be joining CGI's Energy & Utilities team that shapes and delivers solutions across the UK industry - working with a wide range of energy and water companies and related market participants. CGI was selected both as the "Best Very Big Company to Work for in the Technology Industry" by the Sunday Times in 2025 and one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine in 2024. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of talent and inspiring more everyone to pursue careers in our sector. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities Your role will involve work across the full implementation life-cycle, including analysis and documentation of business and functional requirements, business process analysis, strategic solution recommendations and solution architecture, design, testing and cut-over. You will be involved in defining scope and business priorities for business changes, eliciting requirements, selecting appropriate techniques for the elicitation of detailed requirements and specifying business and system requirements. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To be successful in this role you will have worked within the UK utilities sector within one or more core business areas, undertaking business analysis activities. You will have experience of working in a project environment in addition to any operational roles. You will be familiar with Business Analysis Techniques for the modelling and understanding a business and its operation and identifying and evaluating solutions to business problems. You will have experience of one or more relevant energy & utilities industry solutions from software providers covering core business functions such as customer engagement, sales, pricing, forecasting, billing/CRM, collections, ETRM, MDMS, SCADA, network/outage management, GIS, asset management, workforce management and water quality. You will be a team player with strong communication and presentation skills and an ability to engage at all stakeholder levels. Desirable experience includes: • Experience of working as a Business or Technical Analyst in the energy & utilities industry on assignments supporting business and/or IT transformation. • Experience of current and future industry and regulatory change • Experience of business process mapping/business process re-engineering • Track record of finding innovative solutions to business challenges. • The ability to create and maintain clearly written business requirements and functional system design documentation. • The Ability to multi-task, with experience of working on various projects at any one time. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Pleased to be supporting a high profile global brand, based in the Midlands in their search for a permanent Senior Business Analyst. This is paying up to £80,000 base + fantastic benefits. To support the growth of this modern, high-impact practice you will be highly customer focused, bringing extensive BA experience in IT delivery, as well as bringing a consulting approach to problem-solving, with the ability to influence, challenge, and co-create with clients. You will build stakeholder relationships at all levels, deliver strategic IT solutions, provide expert guidance in complex, client-facing environments and further develop our business. Your role - Lead both face to face and virtual client workshops, managing stakeholders with differing priorities to reach agreed requirements - Take an evidence-based approach, i.e. using data to inform, and where necessary constructively challenge, decisions, ensuring that the right outcome is reached. - Work with ambiguity, bringing clarity and cutting through complexity. - Work closely with Solution Architects, Product Managers, User Experience Designers, whilst also understanding how to work effectively with other disciplines to deliver an end-to-end solution which meets clients' requirements. - Understand industry trends, look for new opportunities for work within your projects, contribute to bid proposals and drive innovation which will increase client value e.g., use of Generative AI to enhance business processes. - Take responsibility for leading Business Analysis on complex projects, often in high pressure situations, role modelling professional behaviours to colleagues. - Have people management responsibilities, driving improvements across the BA profession, actively supporting the development and career progression of other BAs Your skills and experience - Working on user-centred product or service development projects. - Working in a technical environment. Comfortable working closely with solution architects and other technical subject matter experts supporting technical requirements. - Identifying and developing business opportunities with clients. - Supporting and developing other BAs through activities such as people management and mentoring - Working on projects in the Public Sector or other legislative driven sectors such Utilities, Energy or Pharmaceutical - Incorporating a sustainability mindset into solutions And the ability to: - Influence strategy and leadership direction within complex engagements - Become a domain expert in the field in which you are working - Understand the architecture and the technologies being used to deliver a solution. - Work with low level detail, as well as holistically, driving the strategy and seeing the bigger picture. - Build collaborative stakeholder relationships with a range of colleagues and clients up to the most senior level. - Become a trusted advisor to our clients, providing coaching where necessary.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Pleased to be supporting a high profile global brand, based in the Midlands in their search for a permanent Senior Business Analyst. This is paying up to £80,000 base + fantastic benefits. To support the growth of this modern, high-impact practice you will be highly customer focused, bringing extensive BA experience in IT delivery, as well as bringing a consulting approach to problem-solving, with the ability to influence, challenge, and co-create with clients. You will build stakeholder relationships at all levels, deliver strategic IT solutions, provide expert guidance in complex, client-facing environments and further develop our business. Your role - Lead both face to face and virtual client workshops, managing stakeholders with differing priorities to reach agreed requirements - Take an evidence-based approach, i.e. using data to inform, and where necessary constructively challenge, decisions, ensuring that the right outcome is reached. - Work with ambiguity, bringing clarity and cutting through complexity. - Work closely with Solution Architects, Product Managers, User Experience Designers, whilst also understanding how to work effectively with other disciplines to deliver an end-to-end solution which meets clients' requirements. - Understand industry trends, look for new opportunities for work within your projects, contribute to bid proposals and drive innovation which will increase client value e.g., use of Generative AI to enhance business processes. - Take responsibility for leading Business Analysis on complex projects, often in high pressure situations, role modelling professional behaviours to colleagues. - Have people management responsibilities, driving improvements across the BA profession, actively supporting the development and career progression of other BAs Your skills and experience - Working on user-centred product or service development projects. - Working in a technical environment. Comfortable working closely with solution architects and other technical subject matter experts supporting technical requirements. - Identifying and developing business opportunities with clients. - Supporting and developing other BAs through activities such as people management and mentoring - Working on projects in the Public Sector or other legislative driven sectors such Utilities, Energy or Pharmaceutical - Incorporating a sustainability mindset into solutions And the ability to: - Influence strategy and leadership direction within complex engagements - Become a domain expert in the field in which you are working - Understand the architecture and the technologies being used to deliver a solution. - Work with low level detail, as well as holistically, driving the strategy and seeing the bigger picture. - Build collaborative stakeholder relationships with a range of colleagues and clients up to the most senior level. - Become a trusted advisor to our clients, providing coaching where necessary.
Overview Software Test Analyst Department: Engineering Reports To: Test Lead Work Location: Chorley - Hybrid Hours of Work: 37.5 Position Type: Full-Time Rate Type: Salary Grade: 4 Summary We are an innovative and market-leading software & services company based in Chorley serving clients in the utility sector ranging from new entrants to large existing suppliers. We deliver sophisticated software solutions and managed services in a Private Cloud infrastructure, servicing both traditional and modern real-time, smart energy clients. With this role you will be working on our CRM & Billing solution which features a customer-driven proactive roadmap that introduces innovation for the billing of new digital energy services across the utilities market. We operate a Hybrid working policy so you will be able to flex between working in the office and your home location to carry out this role, however during your initial training period the need to be in office with other team members will be essential. Our UK office is based in Chorley, which is where you will be based. While this position is full-time, we are open to discussing flexible working patterns that accommodate individual needs. If you require flexibility in your work schedule, please let us know during the application process, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Position Responsibilities Analyse and review project and product documentation to ensure thorough understanding of the business and technical requirements Analyse and understand new and existing software components and requirements Identify and define testable requirements from documented and undocumented sources Create, implement, and review test plans, scripts, and test completion documentation Link Test Requirements to Test Cases, ensuring 100% coverage of planned testing Define, generate, and load test data Peer review of colleague's test artefacts Test Case Execution results recording Identify, log, and monitor defects using the company's Defect Management Tool, Jira Define and seek to ensure all Test Completion criteria have been met Analyse test results by working with the Business Analysts and Developers to identify and resolve issues Set up and configure test environments in readiness for test activity and maintenance of the integrity of the environment during execution Mentor Junior Test Analysts and new members of the Test Team Continually develop relevant industry knowledge Where required, provide customer support for installed ESG products by identifying, diagnosing, and providing a resolution Ensure that queries raised by customers are resolved in a timely and satisfactory manner Actively participate in Agile ceremonies: daily stand-up, demo, retrospective Understand the importance of change control and work within a formal change control system Maintain rigorous compliance with project deliverables and industry standards Contribute to the planning process by providing estimates of testing effort and elapsed time for assigned work; to advise of any deviations from the plan About You You must have: A minimum of 2 years' Software Testing experience in a software or support environment ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (essential) An understanding of or have worked with XML data files Experience of API testing Experience working in the Energy Industry Proven ability to interpret requirements Experience in the creation and execution of SQL queries Excellent written and oral communications A strong desire to build on industry knowledge and willingness to attend internal training courses / workshops Excellent problem-solving skills Good inter-personal skills The ability to work well within a cross-functional team and coach other members of the team The ability to manage own workload to ensure objectives and tasks are always delivered in time and to cost Passion for delivering quality to our customers Willingness to undergo BS7858 screening Desirable Knowledge or Experience of working with Billing & Payments Experience of working in an Agile software development environment Knowledge and experience in Test Automation Knowledge of or has worked with Atlassian (Confluence and Jira) You will be A self-starter and show initiative Able to project a professional image Articulate and diplomatic Able to work effectively under pressure Able to focus on both detail and accuracy ESG values Excellence: be accountable to deliver our best Passion: show how much we care each day Integrity: do the right thing when no one is looking Collaboration: work together to succeed together We welcome diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. ISO AWARENESS Follow IMS Policies Reporting of Incidents ISO Responsibilities ISO Staff Awareness Privacy notice:For more information on how we process your information please see our privacy notice which can be found on our website
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Overview Software Test Analyst Department: Engineering Reports To: Test Lead Work Location: Chorley - Hybrid Hours of Work: 37.5 Position Type: Full-Time Rate Type: Salary Grade: 4 Summary We are an innovative and market-leading software & services company based in Chorley serving clients in the utility sector ranging from new entrants to large existing suppliers. We deliver sophisticated software solutions and managed services in a Private Cloud infrastructure, servicing both traditional and modern real-time, smart energy clients. With this role you will be working on our CRM & Billing solution which features a customer-driven proactive roadmap that introduces innovation for the billing of new digital energy services across the utilities market. We operate a Hybrid working policy so you will be able to flex between working in the office and your home location to carry out this role, however during your initial training period the need to be in office with other team members will be essential. Our UK office is based in Chorley, which is where you will be based. While this position is full-time, we are open to discussing flexible working patterns that accommodate individual needs. If you require flexibility in your work schedule, please let us know during the application process, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Position Responsibilities Analyse and review project and product documentation to ensure thorough understanding of the business and technical requirements Analyse and understand new and existing software components and requirements Identify and define testable requirements from documented and undocumented sources Create, implement, and review test plans, scripts, and test completion documentation Link Test Requirements to Test Cases, ensuring 100% coverage of planned testing Define, generate, and load test data Peer review of colleague's test artefacts Test Case Execution results recording Identify, log, and monitor defects using the company's Defect Management Tool, Jira Define and seek to ensure all Test Completion criteria have been met Analyse test results by working with the Business Analysts and Developers to identify and resolve issues Set up and configure test environments in readiness for test activity and maintenance of the integrity of the environment during execution Mentor Junior Test Analysts and new members of the Test Team Continually develop relevant industry knowledge Where required, provide customer support for installed ESG products by identifying, diagnosing, and providing a resolution Ensure that queries raised by customers are resolved in a timely and satisfactory manner Actively participate in Agile ceremonies: daily stand-up, demo, retrospective Understand the importance of change control and work within a formal change control system Maintain rigorous compliance with project deliverables and industry standards Contribute to the planning process by providing estimates of testing effort and elapsed time for assigned work; to advise of any deviations from the plan About You You must have: A minimum of 2 years' Software Testing experience in a software or support environment ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (essential) An understanding of or have worked with XML data files Experience of API testing Experience working in the Energy Industry Proven ability to interpret requirements Experience in the creation and execution of SQL queries Excellent written and oral communications A strong desire to build on industry knowledge and willingness to attend internal training courses / workshops Excellent problem-solving skills Good inter-personal skills The ability to work well within a cross-functional team and coach other members of the team The ability to manage own workload to ensure objectives and tasks are always delivered in time and to cost Passion for delivering quality to our customers Willingness to undergo BS7858 screening Desirable Knowledge or Experience of working with Billing & Payments Experience of working in an Agile software development environment Knowledge and experience in Test Automation Knowledge of or has worked with Atlassian (Confluence and Jira) You will be A self-starter and show initiative Able to project a professional image Articulate and diplomatic Able to work effectively under pressure Able to focus on both detail and accuracy ESG values Excellence: be accountable to deliver our best Passion: show how much we care each day Integrity: do the right thing when no one is looking Collaboration: work together to succeed together We welcome diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. ISO AWARENESS Follow IMS Policies Reporting of Incidents ISO Responsibilities ISO Staff Awareness Privacy notice:For more information on how we process your information please see our privacy notice which can be found on our website
Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. About the role: As a Senior Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and defining change across complex operational and technical environments. You'll work at the centre of discovery and delivery, helping teams understand current processes, clarify requirements, and turn business needs into structured, actionable outcomes. This role requires someone who brings clarity to ambiguity - someone who can map As-Is and To-Be processes, engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels, and ensure requirements are understood, documented and traced through delivery. You will contribute to improving project foundations, strengthening governance, and supporting critical OT initiatives. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will: Lead discovery activities, including requirements elicitation, process mapping and stakeholder interviews. Document functional and non-functional requirements and ensure traceability throughout delivery. Facilitate workshops to define scope, clarify priorities and resolve ambiguity. Produce As-Is and To Be process maps, workflow diagrams and data flow documentation. Support user story creation, acceptance criteria and backlog refinement. Collaborate closely with Solution Architects, SMEs and delivery teams to translate business needs into technical requirements. Identify opportunities, risks, constraints and dependencies across business processes and systems. Support development of test planning, UAT scenarios and readiness activities. Contribute to structured documentation, reporting and project governance artefacts. Proven experience as a Business Analyst within regulated, technical or enterprise environments. Strong background in process mapping, requirements gathering and analysis. Experience working in utilities, energy, CNI or similarly regulated sectors is highly desirable. Ability to translate business needs into clear, structured documentation and user stories. Confident facilitator with strong communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders across business and technical teams. Understanding of data flows, system interactions and operational processes. Familiarity with Agile delivery practices, backlog refinement and acceptance criteria creation. Proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience supporting test planning or UAT is beneficial. At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more . At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. About the role: As a Senior Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and defining change across complex operational and technical environments. You'll work at the centre of discovery and delivery, helping teams understand current processes, clarify requirements, and turn business needs into structured, actionable outcomes. This role requires someone who brings clarity to ambiguity - someone who can map As-Is and To-Be processes, engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels, and ensure requirements are understood, documented and traced through delivery. You will contribute to improving project foundations, strengthening governance, and supporting critical OT initiatives. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will: Lead discovery activities, including requirements elicitation, process mapping and stakeholder interviews. Document functional and non-functional requirements and ensure traceability throughout delivery. Facilitate workshops to define scope, clarify priorities and resolve ambiguity. Produce As-Is and To Be process maps, workflow diagrams and data flow documentation. Support user story creation, acceptance criteria and backlog refinement. Collaborate closely with Solution Architects, SMEs and delivery teams to translate business needs into technical requirements. Identify opportunities, risks, constraints and dependencies across business processes and systems. Support development of test planning, UAT scenarios and readiness activities. Contribute to structured documentation, reporting and project governance artefacts. Proven experience as a Business Analyst within regulated, technical or enterprise environments. Strong background in process mapping, requirements gathering and analysis. Experience working in utilities, energy, CNI or similarly regulated sectors is highly desirable. Ability to translate business needs into clear, structured documentation and user stories. Confident facilitator with strong communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders across business and technical teams. Understanding of data flows, system interactions and operational processes. Familiarity with Agile delivery practices, backlog refinement and acceptance criteria creation. Proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience supporting test planning or UAT is beneficial. At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more . At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.
London or Birmingham office, hybrid working Talan (part of the Talan Group) is an expert provider of professional services. Our vision and mission is to take positive action in a complex world for the future good of people and the environment and to enlighten and enable our clients' transformation in an increasingly complex world. We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors, tackling social and environmental challenges, improving and simplify the way markets work, harnessing the power of digital transformation and ensuring data is protected and used ethically. Established in 2002 as Gemserv Limited, Talan provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award-winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are a B Corp, IIP Gold accredited and Great Place to Work accredited. The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions. No two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value. Job Description The Role: We're looking for a Data Analyst to deliver purposeful analysis across client accounts and projects, to inform industry decision-making, strategy development, and investment. From day one you will be placed at the heart of the energy transition, working across a range of low-carbon technologies and related data, developing your profile as a low-carbon analyst that collects, processes, and analyses data to help organisations understand the opportunities, challenges, and limitations of the energy transition and their commercial model. This will be underpinned by your ability to create evidence-based numerical analysis, which we will support you in communicating to key decision-makers. Previous analysis has been widely used across the industry, featured in debates by MPs, and appeared in leading news outlets, shaping new policies that have driven efficiencies and increased low-carbon technology uptake. In addition, our data analysts evaluate the carbon footprint of organisations and understand the steps required to decarbonise over time. Currently, the energy industry is taking a leap into a low-carbon future, which brings unprecedented challenges and opportunities, and has kick started discussions regarding the optimum pathway to a net zero future. Your analysis will inform and influence these strategies and the debate alongside our clients and the wider industry. Responsibilities: Inform current and future net zero policies with public and project specific data Create, maintain, and utilise various databases and data modelling tools to provide insights regarding low carbon technologies and policies Develop evidence based, objective, and logical arguments with qualitative and quantitative research to shape/inform decarbonisation plans in both the public and private sphere Quantitative analysis across multiple criteria (i.e. commercial, social, economic, or environmental) across policy, business models or low carbon products Scenario modelling - using data analysis to explore the future outlook of industry and policy, to inform client investment decisions and resource allocation Communicating analysis methods and outcomes clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders with little background in numerical analysis Managing a diverse and demanding workload, delivering projects accurately and on time Working within project teams to deliver client outcomes A mix of project and account work Competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package Office Location - London or Birmingham, hybrid working Qualifications Requirements Analytical skills: high degree of numeracy, confidence with data collection, processing, and manipulation, and the ability to think logically about complex problems Modelling skills: capability across the MS Office suite, particularly MS Excel, to carry out economic analysis. Ability to learn new programming languages, software environments, and services, like Python, R, and Power BI. Successful candidates are also likely to possess: Python or other data analysis skills beyond MS Excel Advance understanding of Economics or Econometrics principles Communication and relationship building skills: clear and concise communication, including verbal, numerical, and written methods. Can explain complex topics simply and build relationships with employees at all levels Organisation and flexibility: strong time management skills, and ability to handle competing priorities/deadlines, and independently manage project delivery to client expectations. Teamwork: the capacity to operate as a team player, working co operatively with colleagues and clients Academic background: degree at graduate or postgraduate level, preferably in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, and other social sciences with significant quantitative components. Other numerate degrees will also be considered Some experience working in the energy or utilities, environmental sector, or with public policy would be advantageous, but is not required. Confidence and enthusiasm to present to colleagues and other stakeholders The role is ideally suited for an analyst finalising a university degree, or a recent graduate with up to 2 years of work experience. The successful candidate will be a numbers person, objective and fact based, whilst being able to effectively communicate your analysis to senior industry figures. Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management Systems. Additional Information WHAT WE OFFER 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Reward and recognition schemes Flexible working Private Bupa healthcare Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary) Matched pension contributions Season Ticket Loan Cycle to work scheme Buy and Sell annual leave Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts Corporate gym rates Employee Assistance Programme Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
London or Birmingham office, hybrid working Talan (part of the Talan Group) is an expert provider of professional services. Our vision and mission is to take positive action in a complex world for the future good of people and the environment and to enlighten and enable our clients' transformation in an increasingly complex world. We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors, tackling social and environmental challenges, improving and simplify the way markets work, harnessing the power of digital transformation and ensuring data is protected and used ethically. Established in 2002 as Gemserv Limited, Talan provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award-winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are a B Corp, IIP Gold accredited and Great Place to Work accredited. The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions. No two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value. Job Description The Role: We're looking for a Data Analyst to deliver purposeful analysis across client accounts and projects, to inform industry decision-making, strategy development, and investment. From day one you will be placed at the heart of the energy transition, working across a range of low-carbon technologies and related data, developing your profile as a low-carbon analyst that collects, processes, and analyses data to help organisations understand the opportunities, challenges, and limitations of the energy transition and their commercial model. This will be underpinned by your ability to create evidence-based numerical analysis, which we will support you in communicating to key decision-makers. Previous analysis has been widely used across the industry, featured in debates by MPs, and appeared in leading news outlets, shaping new policies that have driven efficiencies and increased low-carbon technology uptake. In addition, our data analysts evaluate the carbon footprint of organisations and understand the steps required to decarbonise over time. Currently, the energy industry is taking a leap into a low-carbon future, which brings unprecedented challenges and opportunities, and has kick started discussions regarding the optimum pathway to a net zero future. Your analysis will inform and influence these strategies and the debate alongside our clients and the wider industry. Responsibilities: Inform current and future net zero policies with public and project specific data Create, maintain, and utilise various databases and data modelling tools to provide insights regarding low carbon technologies and policies Develop evidence based, objective, and logical arguments with qualitative and quantitative research to shape/inform decarbonisation plans in both the public and private sphere Quantitative analysis across multiple criteria (i.e. commercial, social, economic, or environmental) across policy, business models or low carbon products Scenario modelling - using data analysis to explore the future outlook of industry and policy, to inform client investment decisions and resource allocation Communicating analysis methods and outcomes clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders with little background in numerical analysis Managing a diverse and demanding workload, delivering projects accurately and on time Working within project teams to deliver client outcomes A mix of project and account work Competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package Office Location - London or Birmingham, hybrid working Qualifications Requirements Analytical skills: high degree of numeracy, confidence with data collection, processing, and manipulation, and the ability to think logically about complex problems Modelling skills: capability across the MS Office suite, particularly MS Excel, to carry out economic analysis. Ability to learn new programming languages, software environments, and services, like Python, R, and Power BI. Successful candidates are also likely to possess: Python or other data analysis skills beyond MS Excel Advance understanding of Economics or Econometrics principles Communication and relationship building skills: clear and concise communication, including verbal, numerical, and written methods. Can explain complex topics simply and build relationships with employees at all levels Organisation and flexibility: strong time management skills, and ability to handle competing priorities/deadlines, and independently manage project delivery to client expectations. Teamwork: the capacity to operate as a team player, working co operatively with colleagues and clients Academic background: degree at graduate or postgraduate level, preferably in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, and other social sciences with significant quantitative components. Other numerate degrees will also be considered Some experience working in the energy or utilities, environmental sector, or with public policy would be advantageous, but is not required. Confidence and enthusiasm to present to colleagues and other stakeholders The role is ideally suited for an analyst finalising a university degree, or a recent graduate with up to 2 years of work experience. The successful candidate will be a numbers person, objective and fact based, whilst being able to effectively communicate your analysis to senior industry figures. Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management Systems. Additional Information WHAT WE OFFER 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Reward and recognition schemes Flexible working Private Bupa healthcare Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary) Matched pension contributions Season Ticket Loan Cycle to work scheme Buy and Sell annual leave Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts Corporate gym rates Employee Assistance Programme Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly
Title: Senior Test Analyst - Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Department: Procode IT Location: Chandlers Ford with 2 days per week in Hutwood Court offices Salary: Circa £54,800 + up to 15% bonus scheme Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role We are seeking an experienced Senior Test Analyst to join our team working on the Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS) programme, a transformative initiative for the UK energy market. This role is critical in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions that support accurate and efficient settlement processes across the industry. We are a dynamic software company. Established in 2006, with a vision of helping the energy and utilities sectors improve customer experience and lower their cost to serve, using smarter process automation. Then we have an exciting opportunity as a Senior Test Analyst, where we aim to provide you with a uniquely inclusive and diverse workplace, which showcases the extraordinary in all of us, by enabling you to be the best you can be. Our promise is to put customers at the heart of everything we do; it's part of how we live and breathe at Procode. Our hugely passionate workforce puts them at the heart of every decision we make. You will develop and execute comprehensive manual & automated test plans, scripts, and scenarios for complex systems within the MHHS programme. You will perform end to end functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing across multiple platforms and interfaces. You will collaborate across the business to validate requirements and ensure traceability. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation strategies. You will also be supporting the ongoing development of other Test Analysts within the team. Who are we looking for Your proven experience as a Senior Test Analyst & strong understanding of Half Hourly Settlement processes and market operations, will allow you to be successful in this role. Your expertise in test design techniques, defect management, and quality assurance best practices, will enable you to swiftly become a productive member of the team. Your hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g. Jira), will allow you to hit the ground running. Your ability to work with and bring on your peers and colleagues will help deliver continued growth of the team and department. To be successful in this role you may be required to pass an enhanced security vetting process. Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. Benefits - available from day one! We offer an EV car scheme. Qualifying terms and conditions apply. Welcome to the future of smart energy. Combining technical talent and industry expertise, we launched in 2006 with a vision to help the energy and utilities sector improve customer experience. Whilst focusing on lowering the cost to serve through smarter process automation. Over a million UK households across England, Scotland and Wales are connected to Procode's systems with 33 million meter top-ups per year - peaking at 13.7 top-ups per second on some days.With Agile methodologies and a deep understanding of the latest technologies, you can expect to dive into SaaS driven solutions and cloud-native products.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Test Analyst - Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Department: Procode IT Location: Chandlers Ford with 2 days per week in Hutwood Court offices Salary: Circa £54,800 + up to 15% bonus scheme Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role We are seeking an experienced Senior Test Analyst to join our team working on the Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS) programme, a transformative initiative for the UK energy market. This role is critical in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions that support accurate and efficient settlement processes across the industry. We are a dynamic software company. Established in 2006, with a vision of helping the energy and utilities sectors improve customer experience and lower their cost to serve, using smarter process automation. Then we have an exciting opportunity as a Senior Test Analyst, where we aim to provide you with a uniquely inclusive and diverse workplace, which showcases the extraordinary in all of us, by enabling you to be the best you can be. Our promise is to put customers at the heart of everything we do; it's part of how we live and breathe at Procode. Our hugely passionate workforce puts them at the heart of every decision we make. You will develop and execute comprehensive manual & automated test plans, scripts, and scenarios for complex systems within the MHHS programme. You will perform end to end functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing across multiple platforms and interfaces. You will collaborate across the business to validate requirements and ensure traceability. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation strategies. You will also be supporting the ongoing development of other Test Analysts within the team. Who are we looking for Your proven experience as a Senior Test Analyst & strong understanding of Half Hourly Settlement processes and market operations, will allow you to be successful in this role. Your expertise in test design techniques, defect management, and quality assurance best practices, will enable you to swiftly become a productive member of the team. Your hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g. Jira), will allow you to hit the ground running. Your ability to work with and bring on your peers and colleagues will help deliver continued growth of the team and department. To be successful in this role you may be required to pass an enhanced security vetting process. Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. Benefits - available from day one! We offer an EV car scheme. Qualifying terms and conditions apply. Welcome to the future of smart energy. Combining technical talent and industry expertise, we launched in 2006 with a vision to help the energy and utilities sector improve customer experience. Whilst focusing on lowering the cost to serve through smarter process automation. Over a million UK households across England, Scotland and Wales are connected to Procode's systems with 33 million meter top-ups per year - peaking at 13.7 top-ups per second on some days.With Agile methodologies and a deep understanding of the latest technologies, you can expect to dive into SaaS driven solutions and cloud-native products.
