Business Analyst at Haystack, Manchester Area, £Contract Rate

Technical Business Analyst | Cheshire | Hybrid

We're working with a mission-driven non-profit advancing life sciences innovation on this exciting opportunity.

Are you a bridge-builder between business logic and technical execution? We are looking for a sharp Technical Business Analyst to drive system logic and automation for a high-impact technology transformation project within the Life Sciences sector. You will take high-level process redesigns and translate them into granular technical specifications, utilizing MoSCoW prioritization to deliver robust tooling solutions.

The Role

• Lead the translation of redesigned business processes into detailed technical system requirements and logic for automated tooling.

• Partner closely with SMEs and Programme Leadership to prioritize backlogs using MoSCoW techniques and agile principles.

• Bridge the gap between stakeholders and technical delivery teams, providing functional specifications that drive system development.

• Own the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) lifecycle, defining test scripts and ensuring the final solution aligns with business requirements.

• Facilitate high-energy workshops to align departmental goals with technical delivery roadmaps and project milestones.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience as a Technical Business Analyst, specifically within the Non-Profit or Life Sciences / Natural Sciences industries.

• Strong expertise in process mapping, workflow redesign, and translating complex logic into technical documentation.

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Trello) and requirement prioritization frameworks like MoSCoW.

• Hands-on experience leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and coordinating with QA/Delivery teams to solve technical bottlenecks.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders in a fast-paced, small-team environment.

What's On Offer

• Competitive Daily Rate (Outside IR35) tailored to your experience levels.

• 6-Month Initial Contract with high probability of extension as the programme evolves.

• Flexible Hybrid Working model (3 days on-site in Cheshire) offering a great work-life balance.

• Immediate Start opportunity to make a tangible impact in the non-profit and science space.

Apply via Haystack today!