Technical Business Analyst (AI)

Do you strive to make a difference? Goaco is looking to build a team to continue solving problems using software and technology for our clients. We are developers at heart – and by the mind too. We thrive on challenges and live for logical thinking. Formed over a decade ago, we have built on our successes, all of whom have benefitted from their level-headed software solutions. The team is all like-minded individuals, with a drive to succeed in their own fields.

Outside IR35 Contract – 3 months (January – March)

ROLE OBJECTIVE

The Technical Business Analyst (AI) will bridge procurement domain needs, AI-enabled capability, and platform delivery. The role focuses on translating commercial and operational use cases into clear technical requirements, feasible delivery options, and evidence-based roadmaps, while ensuring alignment with governance, data constraints, and Responsible AI standards.

The role does not design or build AI systems, but enables informed decision-making on what should be built, how, and when.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Use Case Analysis & Feasibility

• Analyse AI use cases across the procurement lifecycle (e.g. GEARS, CDP, workflow automation).
• Elicit and document functional and non-functional requirements.
• Assess feasibility across:
• technical constraints
• governance and policy
• user readiness
• Support prioritisation and scoping decisions.

2. Requirements Definition

• Translate business needs into:
• structured requirements
• interaction flows
• data requirements
• acceptance criteria
• Define clear input/output expectations for AI-assisted workflows.
• Identify dependencies, assumptions, and constraints early.

3. AI & Data Mapping

• Work with architects and data specialists to:
• understand data quality and limitations
• identify gaps and risks
• Support creation of artefacts such as:
• data opportunity maps
• AI readiness assessments

4. Options & Roadmap Development

• Support the development of technical options (e.g. COTS, hybrid, custom).
• Assess trade-offs between:
• feasibility
• cost
• complexity
• Contribute to:
• options roadmaps
• future-phase recommendations.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with:
• AI Working Group members
• architects and engineers
• Facilitate workshops and structured discussions.
• Translate SME insight into actionable artefacts for delivery teams.

6. Governance & Assurance

• Ensure requirements and options align with:
• UK Government AI Playbook
• Procurement Act considerations
• Support identification of:
• risks
• mitigations
• audit and assurance needs
• Contribute to evaluation and decision packs for senior stakeholders.

Use case analysis and feasibility assessments

Functional and non-functional requirements documentation

Data and AI readiness artefacts

Options and trade-off analyses

Inputs to AI roadmaps and delivery plans

Clear documentation to support governance and approvals

Skills & Experience

Strong experience as a Business Analyst on digital or platform programmes

Understanding of AI concepts (not necessarily model development)

Experience working with data-driven systems

Ability to assess technical feasibility and delivery options

Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and SMEs

Familiarity with public sector governance and delivery environments

• Highly desirable: domain knowledge in procurement and grants.

Working Style

Evidence-led and analytical

Strong communicator between technical and non-technical audiences

Pragmatic, outcome-focused, and delivery-aware

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