Analyst, HR Transformation

Purpose of Job

Part of a wider HR Transformation team, the Analyst contributes to the design and implementation of change through stakeholder engagement, with a focus on requirements elicitation and business case formulation (using a range of Agile techniques).

The Analyst will support the development of the Target Operating Model (TOM) and the suite of business process maps. This role requires a combination of strong analytical skills, an understanding of HR policies and processes, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Interact with stakeholders across the Bank and externally to drive change and help to achieve the projects’ anticipated benefits.
• Under the guidance of the Solution Lead:
  – Resolve queries, issues and ambiguity during all phases of the project.
  – Work as assigned on projects and workstreams, working closely with product owners, SME, business stakeholders and other disciplines to transpose valued needs into requirements captured by appropriate methods and artefacts.
  – Engage with stakeholders through interviews, workshops, focus groups and other engagement methods.
• Conduct investigation, capture and prioritisation of business requirements using a variety of Agile techniques.
• Analyse business processes and policies to understand change impact, and, where necessary, work with Transformation team to create alignment from technical to business capabilities.
• Conduct detailed analysis and validate the functionality of implemented solutions.
• Understand and document HR processes and policies.
• Translate HR requirements into technical specifications where required.
• Utilise Agile principles and practices to continuously improve working practices within the team
• Maintain and assist in implementing requirement traceability as these mature through sprints/ iterations.
• Contribute towards team best practice.
• Support testing, business readiness and adoption of functionality by business users.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Education & Qualifications:

• Degree in relevant discipline preferred or equivalent experience
• Prince 2 Agile, Lean / Six Sigma, Business Analysis, SCRUM certifications etc. or equivalent experience an advantage.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Relevant experience in conducting Agile business analysis
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams
• Sound knowledge of the entire IT project delivery lifecycle and development processes

Skills:

• Analytical skills with understanding of process documentation & analysis
• Ability to develop deep business knowledge
• A diligent and conscientious approach to completing work, adhering to agreed deadlines and an excellent level of quality
• Agile methods and principles for requirements gathering
• User-centric mindset
• Process mapping and analysis
• Clear thinker, sound analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good organisational and multi-tasking skills. Self-motivated with excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask
• Experience solving HR-related process problems and good attention to detail
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to present to various audiences
• Experience of working in a multi-national environment with a dispersed workforce – preferred
• Fluency in written and spoken English mandatory
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with all levels of staff required
• Fine interpersonal skills, in particular service orientation, organisational awareness, leadership and people empathy.

What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people’s lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

At EBRD, our Values ? Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility ? are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).

Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa – working at the EBRD gives all employees “exempt status”. The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. The application process may take 3 – 4 weeks approx. outside of the UK.

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