Senior Applications Analyst

Plus Dane Housing; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social housing organization is seeking a Senior Applications Analyst to lead IT innovation projects and enhance customer service. Required skills include application development, system integration, and strong SQL knowledge. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and 35 days vacation plus bank holidays. Join a forward-thinking team to make a real impact in the housing sector.

Benefits

Cash healthcare plan

Employee assistance programme

Generous shopping discounts

Competitive company pension

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and implementing IT systems within the housing sector.
• Knowledge of system integration, software development lifecycle, and digital innovation trends.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to lead and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Application Analysts.
• Develop and implement business-critical IT systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver digital solutions.

Skills

Application development

System integration

Digital transformation

SQL Server

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in IT

Tools

CX

Total Mobile

Manifest

SQL Reporting

Job description

Overview

Who we are: Plus Dane provides homes and services to over 30,000 people across Merseyside and Cheshire. Our aim is to tackle social inequality by enabling individuals and communities to thrive and our customer team is at the heart of what we do. Working with our customers really does change people\'s lives and if you want to make a difference Plus Dane is the place to be! We live by our values of working together, achieving for our customers, taking ownership, and having the opportunity to learn and grow.

What we\'re looking for

What we\re looking for from you to join our team: We are looking for an experienced IT professional with experience in application development, system integration, and digital transformation to join our team as a Senior Applications Analyst. As our Senior Applications Analyst, you will lead innovative IT projects and enhance customer service through smart technology solutions. In this key role, you\'ll:

• Lead a team of Application Analysts.
• Develop and implement business-critical IT systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver digital solutions which enhance customer service.
• Manage system integration, performance, compliance and risk.
• Drive continuous improvement across application.
• Champion Plus Dane\'s digital strategy

Key Skills

• A degree or equivalent experience in IT or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing IT systems within the housing sector.
• Strong skills in SQL Server, associated systems and development environments.
• Knowledge of CX, Total Mobile, Manifest, and SQL Reporting would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of system integration, software development lifecycle, and digital innovation trends.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to lead and motivate teams.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to delivering impactful digital solution.

Join a forward-thinking team making a real impact in the housing sector.

What you\'ll get in return

We offer hybrid working and you will be working a 7-hour day between Monday - Friday.

You will be generously rewarded with a competitive salary and great benefits, including a cash healthcare plan, employee assistance programme and generous shopping discounts. We also have a competitive company pension scheme, where we contribute 9% and our colleagues can contribute anything from 3% upwards.

From the moment you join you have 35 days holiday plus bank holidays, including the days between Christmas and New Year. This is part of our commitment to our peoples\' wellbeing, which is recognised through our accreditation by the Wellbeing Charter and supported by an excellent management team and colleagues, including wellbeing champions and mental health first aiders.

We actively encourage personal development and there are plenty of opportunities to progress your career as you join the team that has a career path to many other parts of our organisation. We also offer ongoing training in a variety of areas including formal qualifications.

Apply now to shape the future of digital services at Plus Dane Housing

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