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Business Analyst Location : Remote or Cambridge Contract: Permanent/Full time Overview We are currently looking for 2 Mid-level Business Analysts. One role is a maternity cover (up to 12months) and 1 is a permanent role. This is a critical role for us as a business and you will play a big part in it, working closely with the stakeholders across the business on varied projects. We are looking for a Business Analyst with an experience and desire to work on full life cycle projects. In this role you will be able to apply your analytical thinking, understanding of methodologies and business analytical principles to work from project ideation to completion. You will help identify business needs, gather requirements, and develop innovative solutions to address challenges and drive improvements. This is an exciting time to join the team for someone who has a strong analytical mindset to break down the problems as well as an excellent communicator who will align project objectives with our overall strategy. If you're passionate about making a difference through exciting projects, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply! What we are looking for: Essential Skills: Solid understanding of business analysis principles, methodologies, and tools, with proven experience in defining project objectives and gathering and documenting business requirements. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex business problems, analyse data, and provide practical solutions. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are crucial. As a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, you'll need to convey ideas clearly and collaborate effectively. Ability to research and analyse the organization's internal and external environment to formulate effective strategies. Experience in vendor sourcing, evaluating solutions, and writing RFIs (Request for Information) and RFPs (Request for Proposals) is highly valued. You'll play a pivotal role in selecting vendors and managing ongoing relationships. Experience with techniques such as stakeholder analysis, gap analysis, and feasibility studies. Desirable Skills: Ability to apply strategic analysis methods (Porter's five forces analysis, SWOT analysis, VMOST, PESTLE, value chain analysis, etc.). Competency in modelling techniques such as Activity Diagrams, Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERDs), Sequence diagrams, and Process Flows (BPMN a plus). Ability to adapt and apply agility to business analysis activities. A full job description is available here. About the RSC At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend the office on an ad-hoc basis. The Royal Society of Chemistry is a not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to advance chemical sciences. As a not-for-profit publisher, we reinvest surplus funds back into the global scientific community, supporting our purpose to help the chemical science community make the world a better place. The RSC strives to continuously innovate its product and services to adapt to market and customer needs, maintain relevancy and diversify revenues from print journals. This requires a market-led and outside-in' thinking approach to product and service innovation. Our benefits At the Royal Society of Chemistry, we promote a healthy work/life balance and flexible working options across the organisation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all employees including: 26 days paid holiday per annum Opportunity to buy up to additional 5 days holidays per annum 35-hour working week with flexible options Enhanced parental leave Paid volunteering days Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution) Life assurance at four times basic annual salary Private healthcare plan including the dental plan and many other benefits. This role is advertised with an open-end date, and we will be reviewing candidates on a consistent basis. If you are interested in this role, please apply. Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge. At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates. As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. You may also have experience in the following: Analyst, Data Analyst, Process Analyst, Requirements Analyst, Functional Analyst, IT Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Market Analyst, and Operations Analyst. REF-214666
Senior Project Manager Location : Remote / Cambridge Salary: £47,472 - £58,020 Contract: Permanent/Full-time Overview At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend the office as needed for your role. The role We have a fantastic opportunity for 2x Senior Project Managers to join the Royal Society of Chemistry. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving the successful delivery of complex projects within our organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing projects of significant size, scope, and complexity, often involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Your expertise in project management methodologies, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement will be instrumental in achieving project objectives and contributing to the overall success of the organisation. You will report to the Project Management Team Leader and collaborate closely with senior management across the organisation to ensure alignment with directorate strategies and goals. In this role it is expected that you will attend the office on an ad-hoc basis. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application. What we are looking for: Essential Skills: Proven experience in successfully managing complex projects from initiation to closure. Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve project objectives. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, with the capacity to effectively engage and influence both internal and external stakeholders. Solid understanding of project budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation. Proficient in risk management, change management, and problem-solving. Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate through ambiguity and make sound judgments. Desirable Skills: Professional certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Prince2, Agile certifications). Experience with agile project management methodologies and frameworks. Knowledge of industry-specific regulations, standards, and compliance requirements. Familiarity with project management software and tools for planning, tracking, and reporting. Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Experience in managing virtual or distributed project teams. A full job description is available here. About the RSC The Royal Society of Chemistry is a not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to advance chemical sciences. As a not-for-profit publisher, we reinvest surplus funds back into the global scientific community, supporting our purpose to help the chemical science community make the world a better place. The RSC strives to continuously innovate its product and services to adapt to market and customer needs, maintain relevancy and diversify revenues from print journals. This requires a market-led and outside-in' thinking approach to product and service innovation. Benefits At the Royal Society of Chemistry, we promote a healthy work/life balance and flexible working options across the organisation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all employees including: 26 days paid holiday per annum 35-hour working week with flexible options Enhanced parental leave Paid volunteering days Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution) Life assurance at four times basic annual salary If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/ expertise match the competencies outlined in the Job Description. Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge. At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates. As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. You may also have experience in the following: Program Manager, Project Lead, Project Executive, Lead Project Manager, Senior Program Director, Senior Project Coordinator, Project Delivery Manager, and Senior Project Leader. REF-214668