Junior Business Analyst

Are you naturally curious and excited about using data and analysis to improve business outcomes? We are searching for a motivated Junior Business Analyst to join our collaborative, supportive team. This role offers a fantastic entry point into business analysis, working side-by-side with experienced analysts, stakeholders, and IT professionals to shape how we work and deliver value to our customers. If you thrive on problem-solving, learning, and making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity to launch your career.

You will play an important part in understanding business needs, supporting project delivery, and helping to turn data into actionable insights. Your contributions will help us drive solutions that benefit both colleagues and customers, contributing to our ongoing growth and innovation. You will be part of an inclusive environment that celebrates your ideas and encourages your development, whatever your background or experience.

We’re committed to achieving great results as a team, offering flexibility, work-life balance, and the genuine chance to shape your own career path. If you are ready to bring your initiative, energy, and attention to detail to an exciting new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities – Junior Business Analyst Entry-Level Jobs
  • Support business analysis activities across a range of projects, working closely with project managers, stakeholders, and IT teams.

  • Help gather, document, and analyse business requirements, ensuring they are clear, concise, and meet organisational objectives.

  • Assist in mapping current (“as is”) and future (“to be”) business processes, using recognised business analysis techniques.

  • Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.

  • Work with data sources to produce simple analyses, dashboards, or summaries that help drive better decision-making.

  • Participate in solution testing and user acceptance activities, providing feedback to ensure business needs are met.

  • Maintain accurate records and support the continuous improvement of business analysis practices across the team.

Skills and Qualities – Essential for Junior Business Analyst Careers
  • Keen interest in business analysis, IT or data—whether gained via education, self-learning, or practical experience.

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.

  • Analytical mindset, comfortable with solving problems and making sense of data.

  • Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders.

  • Detail-orientated with excellent written documentation and reporting skills.

  • Motivated to learn new concepts, tools, and ways of working, with a proactive approach to personal development.

Preferred Qualifications – Business Analysis Graduate & Entry Positions
  • Degree, diploma or recognised certification in Business, IT, Data, or a related discipline (or currently working towards this).

  • Previous exposure to business analysis, project work, data analysis, or process improvement is helpful but not essential.

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Excel or Power BI, or similar analysis/reporting tools is an advantage.

Diversity and Inclusion – Building a Welcoming Business Analyst Community

We are passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive, regardless of background, and we warmly welcome applications from everyone. We are happy to discuss and make reasonable adjustments throughout your recruitment and career journey, to ensure you feel comfortable and supported.

Why Choose Us for Your Junior Business Analyst Job?
  • Competitive pay and benefits, with regular reviews as you progress in your career.

  • Excellent holiday allowance and flexible holiday options.

  • Company pension, life assurance, and access to health and wellbeing resources.

  • Discounts on a range of our products and services.

  • A clear training and development pathway, including hands-on learning from expert analysts.

  • Opportunities to grow into senior analysis, project management, or IT roles as you develop your skills.

  • Supportive, innovative and open culture that truly values initiative and improvement.

If you are ready to start your career as a Junior Business Analyst, working in a talented, friendly team and making a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply today. Bring your curiosity, ambition, and ideas—we’re excited to see what you can achieve with us.

Job Details

Company
Bensons for Beds
Location
Accrington, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£0 per annum
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