Business Analyst

James Fisher and Sons plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

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James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we’ve evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport. We have a strong heritage built on the foundations of our people and innovation. Our strategy is centred around the One James Fisher ambition. We are building a stronger, more cohesive engineering service company operating in the Blue Economy.

• The Energy Division provides safe, sustainable products and services for two core markets, oil and gas and renewables.
• The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities, for the defence and commercial diving markets.
• Maritime Transport is a leading provider of global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship (STS) transfer services.

Together, we are building a brighter, bolder and more innovative future.

The Role

James Fisher & Sons Plc (JFS) is undergoing a major transformation of key business systems, with a strong emphasis on divisional ERP implementations. We are looking for an experienced IT Business Analyst who will be the vital link between the Group IT function and JFS business objectives by supporting and ensuring the successful completion of mapping as-is processes, analysing versus best practice building, testing and deployment tasks of software features. This person should also be committed to the discovery and development of innovative solutions in an ever-changing digital landscape.

Principle Accountabilities

• Facilitates the optimisation of product line (PL) performance by enhancing the alignment between business processes and information technology.
• Participates in continuous review and update to ensure that processes meet changing product line conditions.
• Translates high level business requirements into functional specifications and manages changes to such specifications.
• Key member of the ERP and other business systems implementation teams.
• Negotiates agreements and commitments by facilitating communication between PLs and Group IT from initial requirements to final implementation.
• Remove over-reliance on PL subject matter experts during the ERP implementation project by having a thorough, documented understanding of the product line process flows and requirements.
• Runs workshops and documents output.
• Creates documents to outline the proposed changes and the steps involved.
• Contributes to training and support for people affected by new systems and processes.
• Works in close collaboration with other functions to ensure seamless co-ordination when engaging with PLs on process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Experience working with complex data flows and systems.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate business needs and develop appropriate IT solutions.
• Experience in generating process documentation and reports.
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Ability to influence decision-making and drive change within the organization.

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Due to the volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries: Maritime Transportation, Services for Renewable Energy, and Oil and Gas