Evan Williams

Versatile individual with a strong analytical mindset, adept at interpreting complex data, and implementing effective solutions. Proven ability to streamline processes, optimise performance, and drive strategic decision-making. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to achieve organisational goals.

Ready to contribute expertise and insights to enhance business outcomes. I have been travelling the world for the last couple of years and am now looking to get back into work. To support my travels I have been freelancing selling AI & automation solutions to businesses.

I have created agents for specific roles, automated tasks using tools such as Make and I am a highly skilled prompt-engineer to get the maximum out of generative AI tools.

Business Analyst - PrettyLittleThing

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

In a hybrid role as a Business Analyst and Product Owner, I orchestrated seamless collaboration between stakeholders, bridging the gap between business objectives and product development.

Responsibilities included requirements gathering, user story creation, and prioritising features to align with strategic goals. Conducted thorough market research and analysis to inform product decisions, ensuring a customer-centric approach. Acted as a liaison between cross-functional teams, translating business needs into actionable plans.

Leveraged analytical skills to assess project viability, monitored product lifecycles, and continuously optimised processes for maximum efficiency and client satisfaction. I Led the requirements gathering, documentation, and stakeholder alignment for the development of a Single Customer View platform, integrating data from multiple sources to deliver a unified customer profile. Collaborated closely with Marketing and Product Design teams to translate business needs into functional specifications, ensuring the platform supported targeted campaigns, personalised experiences, and improved product development decisions.

Oversaw end-to-end development and testing,

Business Analyst - Regatta

(2021-08 - 2022-12)

In my role as a Business Analyst, I spearheaded the requirements gathering process for the implementation of a new Product Information Management (PIM) system. This involved engaging extensively with stakeholders to comprehend and document their business needs and objectives. I conducted thorough analysis of existing processes, data structures, and identified gaps to formulate comprehensive requirements.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, I facilitated workshops and interviews to elicit critical information, ensuring a clear understanding of user expectations. Employing industry best practices, I translated gathered requirements into detailed user stories, use cases, and functional specifications. Throughout the project lifecycle, I maintained a proactive communication channel, addressing stakeholder feedback and ensuring alignment with project goals.

Graduate Business Analyst - Capita

(2020-01 - 2021-06)

In my capacity as a Graduate Business Analyst, I actively engaged in comprehensive training programs to build a strong foundation in business analysis methodologies, tools, and industry best practices. I collaborated with senior analysts to understand project objectives and participated in requirements gathering sessions. Assisted in documenting and analyzing business processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Contributed to the creation of detailed documentation, such as user stories, process flows, and requirements specifications. Embracing a continuous learning mindset, I adapted quickly to new technologies and methodologies. Actively participated in team discussions, providing insights and supporting project objectives.

My role as a Graduate Business Analyst involved a dynamic combination of learning and contributing to real-world projects, laying the groundwork for a successful career in business analysis.

Bachelor of Science - Business and Management - Leeds Beckett University (2015 - 2019)

A-Level - Business Studies - Pendleton College (2012 - 2015)