Senior Business Analyst

University of the West of England; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the West of England seeks Senior Business Analysts to enhance the Student Journey Programme. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in analyzing complex business processes and implementing improvements. This is a full-time, fixed-term position based at the vibrant Frenchay Campus, offering diverse staff benefits.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holiday days

Flexible working arrangements

Defined benefit pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Savings schemes and cycle to work options

Family-friendly policies

Onsite nursery

Qualifications

• Proven track record in analyzing complex business processes.
• Experience in higher education systems is advantageous.
• Senior level experience in implementing business improvements.

Responsibilities

• Investigate issues and evaluate solutions for program objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance services for students.
• Work across multiple projects within the Strategic Programmes Office.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Business change

Process improvement

Digital solutions

Tools

CRM systems

Student Information Systems

Job description

Company Description

Job Description

UWE Bristol is an ambitious institution focused on the future and embracing the changing landscape of Higher Education. We are seeking outstanding senior business analysts to contribute analytical problem-solving skills to develop business requirements and solutions within the Student Journey Programme (SJP). This high-profile strategic programme aims to significantly enhance services for students and staff through new technology and innovative ways of working.

The programme involves multiple projects to transform the student experience from enquiry to graduation and alumni, representing a major investment for the university. Senior business analysts will play a key role in investigating issues and evaluating solutions to meet programme objectives and realize its benefits.

These roles offer exciting challenges within the SJP team, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver a core component of the University's Future Strategy.

The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in analyzing complex business processes, systems, and structures, identifying business requirements, and implementing improvements at a senior level, combining business change, process improvement, and digital solutions. Experience with University Student Journey, CRM, or Student Information Systems would be advantageous.

The successful applicants will work across multiple projects within the Strategic Programmes Office, led by the Director of Strategic Programmes.

Please see the attached Job Description and Information for applicants.

Location: Frenchay Campus – a vibrant campus with recent investments in state-of-the-art facilities, well-connected by motorway and train links, ideal for commuting.

UWE Bristol offers a range of staff benefits, including:

• 27 days holiday plus up to 12.5 bank holiday/closure days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Defined benefit pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Savings schemes and cycle to work options
• Family-friendly policies
• Onsite nursery at Frenchay Campus

Further Information: This is a fixed-term, full-time position for two years, working 37 hours per week. New appointments are typically made at the starting point of the grade.

UWE Bristol is committed to equality and diversity, aiming to create an inclusive environment by attracting and retaining staff from diverse backgrounds who share our ambitions.