Details Reference number 415166 Salary £66,181 The starting salary for the role is £66,181 per annum, increasing to £70,139 after successfully completing a 6 month probation period. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Grade 7 Contract type Fixed term Length of employment 12 months Type of role Analytical Architecture and Data Business Management and Improvement Digital Operational Delivery Project Delivery Risk Management Strategy Working pattern Full-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary Those seeking immigration advice and services are often among the most vulnerable and disadvantaged members of society. The Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) is an Arm’s Length Body of the Home Office. We regulate the work of registered Immigration Advisers and tackle the illegal advice-giving activities of criminals that often exploit vulnerable and disadvantaged migrants and threaten the integrity of the immigration system. Purpose We are seeking a proactive and experienced Business Analyst to join IAA on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in scoping the requirements for a number of projects, including the implementation of new statutory powers and enforcement processes, introduction of fees and charges, and processes for a new intelligence data function and supporting IT systems; ensuring that business requirements are effectively translated to solutions. You will be working fully remotely, with the autonomy to shape and deliver key areas of work. You’ll need to be confident working independently and at pace, with a strong grasp of business analysis techniques and the ability to swiftly translate complex requirements into practical processes. Job description Key responsibilities Lead business process scoping and analysis for new powers, enforcement, fees, intelligence, and data capabilities. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define needs, risks, and requirements through user stories and engagement activities. Produce high-quality artefacts—process maps, data flows, requirements, use cases—to support change readiness and strategic assurance. Evaluate implementation options and provide evidence-based recommendations to senior leadership. Conduct impact assessments, contribute to business cases, and develop materials for governance and stakeholder engagement. Support procurement by defining requirements and evaluation criteria, exploring innovative solution designs. Guide design and delivery of new systems and tools aligned to updated processes. Promote continuous improvement and user-centred innovation, including prototyping and model testing. Ensure compliance with legislation, data protection, and best practice standards. Maintain cross-functional collaboration with programme leaders and corporate services. Person specification Essential criteria; candidates must demonstrate the following: Proven leadership of complex, multi-stakeholder analysis projects in public or regulatory settings. Skilled in translating strategy and policy into operational and technical requirements. Strong command of business analysis methodologies—scoping, user stories, gap analysis, process mapping, and functional specs. Experienced in supporting system design, procurement, and implementation. Adept at preparing governance and scrutiny materials for senior decision-makers. Solid understanding of public sector compliance (e.g. data protection, equality duties). Capable of independently scoping, planning, and leading workstreams. Excellent communicator with the ability to simplify complexity for varied audiences. Effective stakeholder engagement and cross-disciplinary facilitation. Strong analytical thinker with a focus on evidence-led recommendations. Highly organised, adaptable, and delivery-focused in remote and fast-paced settings. Experienced in agile, matrix, and cross-functional team environments. Holds a Business Analysis qualification (e.g. BCS, IIBA) or equivalent experience. Benefits Alongside your salary of £66,181, Immigration Advice Authority contributes £19,172 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97% An information pack on the IAA is attached to this advertisement. Things you need to know Selection process details To apply for this role please send your CV and a Supporting Statement (statement no more than two sides of A4) detailing how you meet the criteria to the Hays Recruitment Team via the link at the bottom of the advert. As you apply you will be invited to complete an Equality and Diversity Questionnaire. This is to assist the IAA in ensuring its recruitment processes are fair to all. The questionnaire is not seen by anyone involved in the selection process. Completing the questionnaire is not mandatory. The above must be received by Hays no later than 16th July at 5pm. The proposed timetable for selecting a successful candidate is set out below. Candidates must be available for all interview dates: Shortlisting completed and successful candidates invited to final interview by w/c 21st July 2025 Interviews held online via Teams 24th-30th July 2025 (candidates must be available during this period) Candidates informed of interview outcomes by 31st July 2025. Please note: If you have not received a response to your application by 22nd July 2025 unfortunately you will have not been invited to interview. Feedback will only be given to candidates who attend interview. Hays Recruitment is managing this role on behalf of the Immigration Advice Authority. If you are interested in finding out more about this role, please reach out to: Neil McQuillan – neil.mcquillan@hays.com, 07863547076 Follow this link to apply Immigration Advice Authority - Apply for vacancies - Find a job, build a career , Hays Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : neil.mcquillan@hays.com Email : neil.mcquillan@hays.com Telephone : 07863547076 Recruitment team Email : neil.mcquillan@hays.com