Data and Integrations Business Analyst (Contract)

THE ALLSAINTS TEAM

At AllSaints we are in the business of feelings - making our customers feel cool and confident. If, like us, you believe in the power of a great outfit, we'd love to talk to you.

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

THE ROLE

As a Contract Business Analyst for Data & Integrations within Project Nova, you will be a crucial bridge between business needs and technical solutions, driving clarity and precision in our data and integration initiatives. You will be responsible for eliciting, analyzing, and documenting requirements for complex projects aimed at transforming AllSaints into a truly data-driven and interconnected organization.

This role is central to the Data & Integration workstream of Project Nova, focusing on expanding our use of BigQuery, defining and implementing our BI strategy, implementing an iPaaS platform, and partnering on our MDM strategy. You will ensure that business requirements are accurately captured and translated, contributing directly to the development of solutions that enable greater AI-driven insight and seamless operational processes across our global business.

ABOUT THE PROJECT AND TEAM

You will report directly to the Global Head of Transformation, working closely with the Project Nova leadership team, the Data Architect, Integration Architect, Product Owner for Data & Integrations, and various workstream leads across Customer, ERP, and Product. This role requires significant collaboration with business stakeholders (e.g., Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain), IT delivery teams, and external vendors/partners. You will be an integral part of a dynamic team driving the technology-inspired business transformation for AllSaints.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

1. Requirements Elicitation & Management:

• Lead and facilitate workshops with diverse business stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document detailed functional and non-functional requirements for data and integration projects
• Translate complex business needs into clear, concise, and actionable user stories, use cases, process flows, and technical specifications
• Manage and prioritize requirements, ensuring alignment with Project Nova's strategic objectives and workstream goals, particularly for BigQuery expansion, BI strategy implementation, iPaaS platform deployment, and MDM strategy and execution
• Conduct thorough gap analysis between current and future state processes and data flows

2. Process Analysis & Design:

• Map current state business processes and data flows, identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement related to data ingestion, processing, and integration
• Design optimized future state processes and data flows, leveraging new data and integration capabilities
• Develop detailed process documentation, including swimlane diagrams, data flow diagrams, and workflow models

3. Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:

• Act as a key liaison between business users, the Product Owner, and technical development teams, ensuring mutual understanding and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Communicate complex technical concepts and business impacts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Support change management activities by helping to articulate the 'why' behind changes and preparing user documentation and training materials

4. Testing & Quality Assurance Support:

• Collaborate with QA teams to develop comprehensive test cases and scenarios based on defined requirements for data quality, integration accuracy, and system functionality
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by coordinating business users, documenting defects, and ensuring resolution

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

• Extensive Business Analyst experience specifically supporting data and integration projects within a retail or similar fast-paced industry
• Proven ability to elicit, analyze, document, and manage complex business requirements for data warehousing, analytics, and integration software development projects
• Direct experience working on projects involving BigQuery (or similar cloud data warehouses), Business Intelligence (BI) tools and strategies, iPaaS platforms (e.g., Mulesoft, Dell Boomi, Azure Integration Services, AWS Integration Services, Google Cloud Integration), and Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives
• Strong proficiency in process mapping and business process re-engineering, particularly related to data flows and system integrations
• Solid understanding of data modeling concepts, data governance principles, and various integration patterns
• Familiarity with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future