Transport for London and its predecessor organisations have been keeping our capital moving for over 160 years. Throughout our history, the application of innovative technologies has played a central role in keeping our network safe, secure and reliable whilst meeting ever increasing demand. Our Technology & Data team deliver the critical Information Technology services to our colleagues and customers, enabling over 1.65 billion journeys to be made each year within our capital. We play a pivotal role in keeping London moving and working, safely and sustainably. Whether it’s delivering 5G connectivity on the Tube, providing customers with real-time journey planning information at their fingertips via our TfL Go app, or providing critical radio communications to over 9,000 buses.
As a Technology Analyst, you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on variety of innovative technology initiatives across our delivery lifecycle. This could include exposure to business analysis techniques, practical product management, strategic management, architecture, solution build and testing. You may also gain exposure to more specialist activities such as user experience design and systems integration. Our scheme is tailored to your needs and strengths combining the comprehensive experiences with specialist targeted development based on your aspirations.
Sustainability
Sustainability is intrinsic to TfL’s work ethos, and we ensure that we operate in a sustainable way to protect and regenerate the natural world.
What will I be doing?
As a graduate, your two-year development programme will be made up of up to four placement rotations. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career.
We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every graduate’s journey is unique. Here’s an idea of what yours could look like:
Placement 1 – Business Analysis Team (six months)
Understanding business motivations, eliciting and managing solution requirements, modelling business processes, conducting options analysis, and carrying out acceptance testing with users.
Placement 2 – Technology Strategy & Planning Team (six months)
Translating business strategy into technology strategy, identifying portfolio outcomes, managing risk, managing portfolio change, business planning and business case assurance.
Year 2
The second year of the scheme provides you with the opportunity to tailor your experience and specialise in two technology domains of your preference. In previous years we have had Technology Analyst Graduates secure placements within Cyber Security, Data & Analytics, Data Science, Technology Service Operations and Technology Development teams.
Whatever your aspirations, we’ll work with you to match your passions and enthusiasm with opportunities within the Tech & Data department. The Technology Analyst scheme will help you develop a broad foundation of skills from which you can specialise in preparation for applying for roles post the scheme.
Where can this career take me?
Upon completion of the Technology Analyst scheme, you could become a:
- Business Analyst,
- Cyber Security Analyst,
- Data Analyst,
- Product Analyst,
- Or an equivalent role in a wide range of Technology & Data functions.
In five years, you could be a:
- Senior Business Analyst,
- Team Leader,
- Business Architect,
- Product Manager,
- Senior Cyber Security Analyst,
- Data Scientist
TfL is a large and diverse organisation, the breadth of the Technology Analyst schemes means there are many opportunities to progress in ten years, both in the wider Tech & Data department or elsewhere within the TfL organisation.
What training and support will you get?
Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:
- Placement manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development
- Scheme sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility
- Buddy: Usually an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation
- Development adviser: Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and career progression at TfL
What do we look for?
Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:
- Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work
- Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together
- Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate
Everything we do as an organisation is to ensure that our evolving city remains futureproof for millions of Londoners and visitors. Our talented graduates form a vital part of that vision, so it’s important that we find the best people to help us do this. We’re looking for people who:
- Are flexible when dealing with the unexpected
- Relish a challenge
- Have an inquisitive mind
- Possess a genuine interest in the use of technology and data to improve TfL, as a business and for our customers
As a member of the team, we’ll give you responsibility and the opportunity to add value from day one. If you are excited by inspiring and influencing the next 160 years of London, are up for a challenge and thrive under pressure, then this is the career path for you.
Application process
The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments which will need to be completed within an allocated time frame. We highly recommend that you read through this document thoroughly so that you can familiarise yourself with the process.
