Senior Systems Analyst

Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Very Group is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst to enhance their Data Team. This pivotal role focuses on assessing data systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and a proactive approach to innovation, all aimed at aligning with the organization's objectives. This position supports a hybrid work environment, creating opportunities to drive technology solutions that impact business performance.

Benefits

Inclusive culture and environment

£1000 flexible benefits allowance

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Udemy learning access

Bonus potential based on performance

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Proven experience in systems analysis functions and design.
• Strategic and pragmatic problem solver with experience in data systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform impact assessments and translate business requirements into solutions.
• Identify and mitigate data system risks.
• Collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Service Oriented Architecture

AGILE methodology

Waterfall methodology

Job description

Internal use only – Grade F

About us.

We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the role

The Senior Systems Analyst in the Data Team plays a pivotal role in assessing change/innovation impacts, actively contributing to the design, development, and optimisation of data systems and solutions that support business objectives.

The Senior Systems Analyst collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders, to deliver high-quality data products and services. The collaborate to ensure pragmatic, efficient and effective technical leadership, mentor team members, and champion best practices in data architecture, governance, and system performance.

This role is critical in enabling data-driven decision-making by ensuring the availability, accuracy, and reliability of data systems, while identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in line with organisational goals.

About the Team

We’re creating a brand-new AdTech (Advertising Technologies) squad encompassing the digital tools, software and platforms TVG use to manage, deliver, target and analyse digital marketing activity. This squad will be central to The Very Group’s evolution in digital marketing.

This hybrid, cross-functional team will consist of software and data engineers, data specialists, and analysts, collaborating to deliver an ambitious and innovative roadmap. Operating at the intersection of software, data, privacy, and digital marketing, the team will develop solutions that drive real business impact. The squad is accountable for key capabilities such as:

• The collection and management of user consent through cookie management
• Data integrations with our trusted 3rd partiesthat provide the TVG Marketing team with quality, rich data to feed campaign execution and measurement
• First Party Data Activation – leveraging our data asset to improve the customer experience and drive customer engagement
• Oversight of digital data management and tagging across diverse platforms
• Orchestration of servicesIntegration and orchestration of services acrossAWS,Google Cloud, Celebrus and OneTrust

Key Responsibilities

• Impact assessments across the ecosystem.

• Translate complex business requirements into technical specifications and scalable data solutions.

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to data systems, including security, compliance, and operational risks.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimise processes, tools, and workflows, driving efficiency and innovation within the team.

• Collaborate and support the System Analysis community to share knowledge, strengthen professional development and standardisation.

• Liaise between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment on priorities and successful delivery of data projects.

• Contribute to the development and execution of the organisation’s data strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Risk Management. Identify and mitigate risks related to data systems, including security, compliance, and operational risks.

• Ensuring data practices comply with relevant regulations, such as GDPR, PECR.

Essential knowledge and skills

• Proven experience in systems analysis functions; including impact assessments, design and solution options.

• A strategic and pragmatic problem solver.

• Expert analytical ability and aptitude for solution excellence.

• Experienced in writing detailed designs and test specifications. Full and comprehensive documentation to be produced and maintained.

• Good understanding of Service Oriented Architecture methodology and the components that are involved with implemented services.

• Good understanding of Cross Domain Business Processes.

• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently when required.

• Must be a self-starter and a proactive team member.

• Good communicator and can have clear and concise dialogue at the right level with fellow colleagues.

• The ability to learn new processes and skills when required and apply this knowledge. Able to share new knowledge to help others develop.

• Must be open to change, have a proactive and pragmatic approach.

• Committed to deliver outcomes within agreed timelines.

• Demonstratable strategies to manage conflicting priorities, and pressures.

• Ability to work to different delivery methodologies used in IT/Data Engineering e.g. Waterfall, AGILE and Iterative development.

Benefits

• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
• £1000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 30days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be foundon our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a two stage interview process after meeting the TA team,

First stage –A one-hourface to face or remote interview with the team.

Second Stage - Final Interview with a Senior Stakeholder within the Team (this stage will possibly include a task)

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

Equal opportunities

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.