Introduction

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Analyst to join leading educational institution based in Brighton.

The Job

Working as part of the team you will be responsible for undertaking business analysis activities for designated projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with project managers, business representatives, end-users and technical teams within IT to deliver systems that support effective and efficient business processes.

Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 (DOE)

Core Activities, Duties and Key Tasks

• To establish and following agreed analysis processes, methodology and standards ensuring the delivery of an efficient and effective business analysis function and to mentor and coach others in this area
• To undertake full business analysis activities for designated projects / initiatives, working collaboratively with project managers, business representatives, end-users and technical teams within IT and the wider university to support the delivery of solutions that support successful business outcomes
• To establish and maintain strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders, senior managers, service managers and other staff as and when required
• To facilitate workshops and meetings with key stakeholders to identify business drivers, document requirements and analysing current state processes
• To document a set of processes, workflows and rules which incorporate business activities and the technology steps, highlighting and documenting improved ways of working
• To define and document functional and non-functional specifications
• To work with stakeholders, developing proposals for solutions to meet documented requirements, based on user/business needs and priorities. Presenting and reporting back to stakeholders for feedback and iteration
• To work with key stakeholders to identify the technical, organisational, people, systems and process changes for projects or initiatives
• To input into the coverage of test scenarios and conditions ensuring all requirements in scope are tested

Qualifications/Experience:

• Substantial experience as a Business Analyst in a complex IT environment
• Experience of gathering, analysing, prioritising and documenting business requirements through the delivery lifecycle complex problems and issues
• Professional qualifications in Business Analysis (e.g BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis)

We endeavour to reply to all applications. However if you have not heard from us within 7 days you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements placed by The Sammons Group.

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