Business Analyst

Business Analyst
Coventry – Hybrid Working – 3/4 days in the office
up £300 per day – Inside IR35
Initial 3-month contract

Are you a detail-driven Business Analyst with a passion for turning complex data into clear, actionable insight? This role offers the opportunity to work on in-year ODI (Outcome Delivery Incentive) performance reporting, driving meaningful change across finance and operations.

You’ll work at the intersection of data, performance, and strategic insight - shaping the way performance is understood, forecasted, and communicated. It’s a high-visibility role that demands confident stakeholder engagement, excellent analytical skills, and the curiosity to challenge the status quo.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the analysis and reporting of in-year ODI performance across multiple operational areas.
• Collaborate closely with Finance and Operational teams to ensure alignment on performance outcomes and financial implications.
• Drive improvements in ODI performance tracking by designing robust, system-led reporting tools.
• Develop detailed quarterly forecasts and in-month reports for each ODI measure.
• Align cost forecasting with operational performance metrics, working closely with Finance Business Partners.
• Contribute to Board reporting by preparing insightful summaries on performance outcomes and drivers.
• Identify risks and opportunities within performance data and highlight areas for improvement.

What We’re Looking For

Analytical & Insight-Driven:

• Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insight.
• Skilled in identifying performance trends and highlighting their business impact.
• Experienced in building and refining reports, dashboards, and data tools.

Stakeholder-Focused:

• Confident communicator with experience working alongside senior stakeholders.
• Able to influence, challenge, and build strong relationships across Finance, Operations, and wider business teams.
• Skilled at managing expectations and presenting insight clearly and effectively.

Change-Oriented:

• Proactive in identifying process inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Comfortable leading transformation initiatives related to data, systems, and reporting.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Advanced Excel skills and comfortable working with complex data sets.
• Proven success in implementing process or reporting improvements.
• Extensive stakeholder management experience, both within and outside finance.
• Experience in developing or delivering system-based reporting solutions.

*Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*