Business Analyst

18 Month Fixed Term Contract

Milton Keynes: £47,268.00 - £54,096.00

Hybrid Working

Ready to shape the future of digital assessment with insight, empathy, and innovation.

AQA is looking for a Business Analyst who thrives on turning complexity into clarity, who listens deeply to user needs, and who's ready to play a pivotal role in transforming how we deliver exams across the UK and internationally.

This isn't just about gathering requirements - it's about influencing the future of scanning and marking software. You'll be embedded in a collaborative, forward thinking team, working closely with developers, testers, and stakeholders to ensure our products are intuitive, impactful and align with real world needs.

You'll be part of a culture that values curiosity, challenge, and continuous learning - where your voice matters and your growth is supported.

What you'll be doing

• Be the voice of the customer, translating needs into Epics, features, and user stories that drive meaningful development
• Collaborate across teams to shape the future of our core software products (CMI+, MEP, SMK & E2)
• Build and manage backlogs, ensuring improvements are prioritised and delivered with purpose.
• Use data and insight to influence decisions and drive strategic direction.
• Support development, testing and third-party partners with clear, actionable guidance.
• Bring clarity to complexity through process mapping (Primarily event storming), wireframes, and user journey design.

What you bring:

• Experience in business process modelling (BPM) and tools like Visio.
• A user-first mindset with the ability to create wireframes/mock-ups (Axure knowledge or experience using balsamiq are a plus)
• Strong analytical skills and a knack for turning insight into action.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and a collaborative, adaptable approach. Working in Waterfall systems is also an asset
• A proactive, independent worth ethic - you're energised by challenge and change and comfortable to manage and prioritise your workload

What's in it for you?

• The chance to shape world-class digital assessment tolls used by thousands of schools and centres.
• A supportive, inclusive environment where your development is a priority
• A generous pension scheme (up to 18.5% combined contributions)
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus 4 additional days over the festive period.
• A 35-hour working week and flexible working options.
• Access to employee networks (LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, disability, wellbeing, and more).
• Volunteering days, eLearning platforms and continuous development opportunities.

What next

Upload your most recent CV with a cover letter to explain why you are the best person for the job and let's build something brilliant together.

Applications close 23:59 on Sunday 10th August.

Interviews will be held face to face in the Milton Keynes office during the week of 18 August.

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and join a team where your insights won't just be seen-they'll shape the future.

AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique.

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