Continuous Improvement Analyst

About the role

We are looking for a Continuous Improvement Analyst to support a large blue‑light public services organisation in delivering a £1M efficiency savings programme. The role is contract‑based, initially for three months with a high likelihood of extension, and combines business analysis with Lean Six Sigma methodology.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders and SMEs to capture problem statements and define project charters.
• Map current (“as‑is”) processes, collect data, and categorise activities as value‑add, non‑value‑add or value‑enabling.
• Analyse data, create visualisations, and identify root causes of waste.
• Develop “to‑be” process maps, write business cases and quantify potential benefits.
• Support delivery teams with communications, training material updates and rollout of new solutions.
• Hand over completed improvements to business‑as‑usual teams.

Required profile

• Proven experience in continuous improvement or process optimisation.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is mandatory.
• Ability to start on short notice and work collaboratively across the organisation.

Required skills

• Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
• Process mapping and documentation

What we offer

• 3‑month rolling contract with potential extension
• Day rate £325‑£375 (inside IR35)
• Hybrid working – 2 days onsite in London each week