IT Business Partner

Britannia Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based pharmaceutical company is seeking an IT Business Partner to enhance technological applications and collaborate with stakeholders. The role involves leading project management for SAP S/4HANA and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of IT systems and excellent communication skills. The company offers competitive benefits including hybrid working options and extensive annual leave.

Benefits

Group Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Long Service Awards

Eye Care Vouchers

Extra Paid Days

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Free winter flu jab

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Required experience as an IT Business Partner or similar role in a regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of IT systems and troubleshooting.
• Project management skills and understanding of GxP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance technology applications.
• Lead SAP S/4HANA implementation and project management.
• Provide IT support and implement technological improvements.
• Ensure IT activities comply with regulations.
• Manage vendor relationships and promote innovation.

Skills

IT Business Partner experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Analytical skills

Project management

Knowledge of GxP regulations

SAP S/4HANA knowledge

Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Job description

At STADA we pursue our purpose “Caring for people‘s health as a trusted partner” worldwide. Originally founded by pharmacists, we are a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals. More than 11,500 employees around the globe live our values Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA to achieve ambitious goals and shape the successful future of STADA.

Britannia Pharmaceuticals , part of the STADA Arzneimittel AG group of companies, is a UK based pharmaceutical company specialising in the neurology market. Britannia focuses on innovative products for chronic and serious medical conditions, and in particular, the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. We are highly committed to improving the quality of life for People with Parkinson's disease.

IT Business Partner

Reading|United Kingdom (GB)|Full-time|Permanent

The IT Business Partner will collaborate closely with key business stakeholders to enhance technological application improvement activities. This role involves providing business colleagues with an in-depth understanding of third‑party applications, leveraging expertise in productivity solutions such as M365. The successful candidate will work directly with technology teams to validate innovative ideas and devise alternative strategies to meet stakeholder expectations.

Key Accountabilities

• Strategic Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships across all levels; understand business needs; align IT strategy and solutions with company goals, compliance (GxP), and innovation opportunities.
• SAP S / 4HANA Implementation & Project Management : Lead requirement gathering, support configuration / testing, bridge business and technical teams; manage project timelines and drive adoption of new systems.
• Technical Support & Process Improvement : Provide timely IT support, troubleshoot issues, identify and implement technological improvements including automation and AI to boost productivity.
• Compliance & Governance : Ensure all IT activities comply with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Collaboration & Change Management : Work closely with technology teams and business stakeholders to design, validate, and implement solutions; lead change management to maximize adoption and minimize disruption.
• Vendor & Innovation Management : Manage vendor relationships and contracts; promote innovation by presenting new ideas and supporting technology‑driven business growth.

Personal Specifications (Skills required to perform the job)

• Proven experience as an IT Business Partner or similar role, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Broad IT technical understanding with troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Project management and organisational skills.
• Awareness of GxP regulations and system validation.
• Financial acumen and budgeting skills.
• Demonstrable SAP S / 4HANA knowledge.
• Familiarity with Prince2 & Agile methodologies (desirable).
• Good understanding of change management best practices (desirable).

What we can offer you!

🏞️Green Park offer 500+ events programme – free workout classes, beekeeping & more!

✨Group Private Medical Insurance

🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme

🚗 Electric Car Scheme – save up to 40% on the monthly cost, thanks to savings on national insurance and income tax

🏆Long Service Awards – additional annual leave and bonus

👓Eye Care Vouchers

🧘Extra Paid Days – volunteering days, study leave

🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

⌚ Hybrid working – we spend three days in the office, with Wednesday and Friday as working at home.

🌴 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Additional leave given on your birthday month (wellbeing leave)

💉 Free winter flu jab

🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family

🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events across the year