Business/Systems Analyst

When you work for the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

An exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Business/Systems analyst at the University of Central Lancashire. You will be applying agile development practices and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary product team focused on continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have the degree or equivalent work experience.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.

About you:

Applicants will have need to have undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant business/systems discipline, or equivalent work experience.
You will have excellent communication and analysis skills to work with customers gathering data requirements, working in close collaboration with wider IT team and key business stakeholders. You will have the ability to communicate and collaborate well with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels of the organisation with varying technical experience and capabilities coupled together with strong problem-solving, a logical approach and to see different perspectives and alternative options. 

You will have the opportunity to work on business requirement gathering, data analysis and be an active participant in the software development process. It is key that you work well under pressure and have an appreciation of business priorities, deadlines, and client requirements.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

We are proud to share that we will soon be known as the University of Lancashire. Building upon nearly 200 years of academic excellence, this exciting new chapter reflects our commitment and ambition for Lancashire and beyond. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. Together, we’re here to help you achieve great things. 

Where opportunity creates success.