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IT Business Analyst

Employer
DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire (GB)
Salary
£34,804 - £38,017
Closing date
13 Jul 2021

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Job Type
Professional Services, IT Services
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Business Engagement Team as an IT Business Analyst within the Information Technology and Media Services Directorate (ITMS).

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally-minded university with a strong focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience. DMU has a commitment to the public good. We strive to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers demand.

 

The department

ITMS delivers information and communication technology services, which enhance the experience of students and staff in learning, teaching, research and business operations. We provide guidance on the adoption of appropriate technologies, systems and services in a rapidly developing environment and help people to embrace technology as it becomes embedded within university life. Our services include a cross-campus communications infrastructure, desktop equipment for students in learning areas and for staff in work areas, email, central business systems, audio-visual equipment (fixed and portable loan equipment), virtual and managed learning environments, file storage space and an IT consumables shop. Our mission is to provide effective, efficient and economic IT and media services for the organisation to enable people to make the best opportunity of their time at DMU.

 

The role

The Business Analyst is a member of the Business Engagement Team in the Programmes and Planning Department of ITMS. The team comprises three Business Partners and three Business Analysts. The Engagement Team provides a supportive and inclusive environment in which individuals are given the opportunity to grow and get involved in initiatives both within the team, department, directorate and wider university.

As the Business Analyst, you will deliver a specialist business technology and business & systems analysis service. This is for the university’s faculties and directorates, and also between units within ITMS. You will work closely with managers and senior colleagues within ITMS and throughout the university to identify operational and strategic requirements and advise on opportunities to deliver effective business solutions aligned to the university’s needs and priorities.

 

The person

We are looking to recruit a candidate with excellent communication and influencing skills and a passion for championing the best use of business technology. You will have experience working with senior colleagues in a busy technology department. Previous involvement in the implementation of change, process improvement and requirements analysis are essential as this will be a key feature of the role.

 

Benefits

You will benefit from access to the Local Government Pension scheme; 22 days annual leave plus concessionary days and Bank Holidays; career progression; employee perks that include up to 8.5 per cent off grocery shopping at Sainsbury's, Tesco, ASDA, Waitrose and M&S or at least up to 10% off package holidays through travel club; NUS discount card; free and confidential access to the Employee Assistance confidential Helpline who provide support on a range of lifestyle issues; discounted gym membership; free library memberships and the cycle to work scheme.

 

What's next?

Do you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Please visit the DMU careers site and submit your application!

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