Senior Business Analyst

Senior Business Analyst - Student Systems Team

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Student Systems Team at the University of Southampton as a Senior Business Analyst supporting an ambitious four-year initiative to improve our student record technologies, data and student administrative processes.   This programme brings together  a multidisciplinary team of change professionals to achieve a future where the student record system supports a seamless experience for our Staff and Students.

About these Roles

Joining this programme as a Senior Business Analyst, you'll be working in support of multiple workstreams of technically enabled change.  We are seeking poeple with the skills and expertise to ensure that the programme delivers high quality solutions which address the varied needs of staff and students across our organisation.

In this role you will manage and coordinate comprehensive business analysis activities including:

• eliciting, analysing, validating and documenting business, organisational and/or operational requirements and processes; 
• recommending solutions in line with the University’s strategy; 
• validating designs through definition of acceptance criteria and business benefits.

Given the complexity of this programme of work, there are multiple workstreams in need of the support of a Senior Business Analyst.  We will be seeking to fill more than one vacancy to help us:

• define, prioritise and analyse changes to the student record system, including the implications of removing end-of-life and obsolete tech;
• develop our understanding of the business requirements relating to curriculum management;
• identify and fill gaps in our understanding of business processes. 

About You

You will have proven experience of all aspects of business analysis, with an excellent understanding of how systems and technology can solve business problems.  Your essential skills will include:

• producing business process documentation and process mapping; 
• the ability to gather and review requirements, developing suitable processes and reviewing solutions;
• structured and logical thinking, with the ability to integrate plans within a wider strategy and the ability to adapt to changing priorities;
• applying originality and innovation to solve problems and propose solutions;
• excellent communication, with the ability to clearly present complex information for different audiences and build effective collaboration across a range of business stakeholders.

About the University of Southampton   

As a university we aim to create an inclusive environment that attracts, supports and retains the best students and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences from across the world. We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.  

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a contributory pension scheme, a generous holiday allowance and a range of other benefits. 

For an informal discussion of this role please contact Head of Business Change & Project Support, Rob Dunford. 

You can also find application tips on our website.

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We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who supports our mission of inclusivity.

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