OverviewMethods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.Methods is seeking a proactive, results driven individual to join our Bid Team. This role will be instrumental in increasing our bidding capacity and supporting business growth. The successful postholder will have the opportunity to work on bids of varying size, complexity and value, which focus on a broad range of services, so a flexible approach is key.Job PurposeBusiness Analyst is a key member of the Sales Operations & Performance team. This role supports the growth and performance of strategic accounts by delivering high-quality commercial data analysis, market intelligence, and coordinated business development support.Working in close collaboration with Directors, Account Managers, Bid Teams, and the wider Business Development organisation, the Analyst drives insight-led decision-making, identifies commercial opportunities, and supports pre-sales activities to secure new business and grow METHODS's strategic footprint.Main Duties And ResponsibilitiesMarket & Account AnalysisConduct in-depth market research on relevant sectors and competitors, including trends, growth patterns, and framework developmentsDeliver quarterly insight reports to inform account strategies and positioning effortsTrack and report on upcoming contract expirations and renewal opportunities across strategic customersMonitor industry news and developments to anticipate account risks and growth opportunitiesSales Performance & Pipeline AnalyticsAnalyse CRM data to track deal progression, pipeline health, and win/loss ratios across accountsDeliver monthly dashboards and ad hoc analysis to support GAMs and Sales Directors in steering performanceBusiness Development & RFI/RFQ SupportCoordinate and support structured responses to customer RFIs, rate card requests, capability matrices, and pre-qualification questionnairesCollaborate with Bid Managers and Account Owners to ensure accurate and timely submission of responsesMaintain some documents reflecting internal skills, certifications, and service offeringsStrategic Account CoordinationAssist the Account Managers in preparing and documenting regular drumbeat sessions with strategic accounts, capturing actions and follow-upsAct as a proactive connector across functions to drive account development initiativesInnovation & Continuous ImprovementInvestigate and pilot innovative tools or approaches (e.g., AI in bid support, data visualisation, automation of reporting)Deliver at least two proposals per year that streamline SalesOps workflows or enhance strategic decision-makingMaintain a shared knowledge space or dashboard for commercial and account intelligenceRequirementsProactive self-starter with a strong "can-do" attitude and the ability to work independentlyAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of complex formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization toolsExperience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI or SAP Analytics CloudFamiliarity with AI tools and data automation techniques is a strong advantage0 to 4 years of relevant professional experience in a business, analytical, or consulting environmentExceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse, non-technical audiencesStrong organizational skills with the proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHigh attention to detail, especially in the preparation and review of data sets, reports, and bid documentationCollaborative, team-oriented mindset with demonstrated experience working across functions such as sales, marketing, and bid teamsStrong interest in business strategy and a solid understanding of commercial drivers in professional services industries (e.g., ITES, engineering, consulting, or technology)This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.BenefitsMethods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experienceBe part of exciting project work that is making a difference in societyStrong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadershipA supportive and collaborative environmentDevelopment access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme and trainingWellness 24/7 Confidential employee assistance programmeSocial - Breakfast Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays and Pizza on the last Thursday of each month as well as commitment to charitable causesTime off 25 days a yearPension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contributionDiscretionary Company Bonus based on company and individual performanceLife Assurance of 4 times base salaryPrivate Medical Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) #J-18808-Ljbffr