Technical Business Analyst

RWS Group; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in Maidenhead is seeking a Technical Business Analyst to bridge business needs and technology solutions. Key responsibilities include gathering requirements, conducting data analysis, and collaborating with technical teams. The ideal candidate has experience in a technical environment and strong analytical skills, with a commitment to supporting data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in data modeling and entity mapping.
• Ability to interpret complex technical concepts.
• Experience with APIs and data integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business and technical requirements.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications.
• Monitor and report on project progress and risks.
• Conduct data analysis to uncover trends and insights.

Skills

Proven experience as a Business Analyst

Experience in data sourcing and modeling

Strong understanding of software development lifecycle

Proficiency in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SQL

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

SQL

Data visualization platforms

Job description

Technical Business Analyst at RWS Group

We are seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Technical Business Analyst to join our team. This role bridges the gap between business needs and technology solutions, ensuring that digital products and systems are aligned with strategic goals and deliver measurable value. A strong focus on data analysis is essential to support decision‑making and continuous improvement.

About Product & Technology

Product & Technology plays a pivotal role in aligning the organization with its strategic objectives and enhancing shareholder value. Product & Technology is responsible for establishing unified standards and governance practices throughout the company. Additionally, we oversee the development and maintenance of core applications essential for the seamless operation of various functions across the organization. We are committed to driving and executing future roadmaps that are in line with the overall strategic direction of RWS.

With a global reach, Product & Technology provides support services to over 7,500 end users worldwide. We take pride in managing the information security operation and safeguarding all our assets. Our core functions encompass Enterprise & Technical Architecture, Network & Voice, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Service Operations, Data & Analytics, Security & Quality Compliance, Transformation, Application Development, Enterprise Platforms. With a dedicated team of over 500 staff, Product & Technology ensures a strong presence across all regions, enabling efficient and effective support to our global operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business and technical requirements.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for development teams.
• Work closely with software engineers, architects, and QA teams to ensure solutions are technically feasible and aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct gap analyses, process mapping, and data modelling to support solution design.
• Facilitate workshops, sprint planning, and reviews to drive agile delivery.
• Support testing and validation efforts, including UAT coordination and defect triage.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Perform detailed data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business decisions.
• Support data-driven decision‑making by presenting findings in a clear and actionable format.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst in a technical or enterprise environment.
• Experience in data sourcing, modeling, and entity mapping, with expertise in interpreting and applying business rules that drive data behavior.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Visio, SQL, and data visualization platforms.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex technical and data concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience with APIs, data integration, and enterprise systems is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or related field
• Certifications such as CBAP, PMI‑PBA, or Agile BA are advantageous
• Experience in Product & Technology industry

Life at RWS

If you like the idea of working with smart people who are passionate about growing the value of ideas, data and content by making sure organizations are understood, you’ll love life at RWS.

Our purpose is to unlock global understanding. This means our work fundamentally recognizes the value of every language and culture. We celebrate difference, are inclusive, and believe that diversity makes us strong. We want every employee to grow as an individual and excel in their career.

In return, we expect all our people to live by the values that unite us: to partner, putting clients fist and winning together, to pioneer, innovating fearlessly and leading with vision and courage, to progress, aiming high and growing through actions and to deliver, owning the outcome and building trust with our colleagues and clients.

RWS embraces DEI and promotes equal opportunity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. RWS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at RWS are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, sex, age, disability or sexual orientation. RWS will not tolerate discrimination based on any of these characteristics.

RWS Values

Get the 3Ps right – Partner, Pioneer, Progress – and we’ll Deliver together as RWS.

Recruitment Agencies

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Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales
• Business Content