Job summary We're looking for a Senior Business Analyst who will manage a small team and be responsible for developing, delivering and supporting complex solutions within the ESHT Digital programme and project portfolio. This includes the major digital transformation programme to bring a new Electronic Patient Record (EPR) to our acute services and eventual closure of current systems. The post will be based at either Conquest Hospital, St Leonards or Eastbourne DGH with the requirement to travel to other sites and opportunities for home/flexible working. Main duties of the job The post holder will work on a number of assignments simultaneously, which will vary in scale and complexity. This is a 'full lifecycle' role with possible involvement from business case development to operational review, requirements, design, development, test and implementation. The role will also include the mentoring/coaching of team members as well as leading Business Analysis workstreams on smaller projects. We're looking for someone who has significant experience of business process design and of planning, developing and implementing changes to services, systems or processes. Our ideal candidate will have experience of working in a large complex organisation and will have excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record in developing and sustaining relationships with different groups. They will also have experience of managing and coaching a team, handling sensitive situations with a high level of tact and diplomacy and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. About us A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Statement on the Use of AI We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective. Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application. We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success. Date posted 22 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 374-LVB2703-A Job locations Eastbourne DGH Kings Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information. If you have any queries, please contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information. If you have any queries, please contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification at master's level or equivalent experience Recognised Business Analysis qualification Desirable Prince 2 Foundation Experience Essential Worked in large complex organisation, ideally NHS or similar Significant experience of business process design Experience of planning, developing and implementing changes to services, systems or processes Experience of providing line management support including coaching/mentoring Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills, able to develop and sustain relationships Able to handle sensitive situations with discretion, tact and diplomacy Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills Able to work both independently and as an effective team member Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification at master's level or equivalent experience Recognised Business Analysis qualification Desirable Prince 2 Foundation Experience Essential Worked in large complex organisation, ideally NHS or similar Significant experience of business process design Experience of planning, developing and implementing changes to services, systems or processes Experience of providing line management support including coaching/mentoring Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills, able to develop and sustain relationships Able to handle sensitive situations with discretion, tact and diplomacy Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills Able to work both independently and as an effective team member Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Eastbourne DGH Kings Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)