Technical Business Analyst – Software Rationalisation and Packaging

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks a Technical Business Analyst for their Software Rationalisation and Packaging programme. This role involves analyzing software usage to streamline application portfolios, collaborating with IT, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, experience in software lifecycle management, and familiarity with packaging tools.

Qualifications

• Strong background in IT business analysis, focusing on software lifecycle management.
• Experience in software rationalisation and packaging in medium to large enterprises.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments of existing software inventories.
• Gather and validate business and technical requirements for apps.
• Identify opportunities for software rationalisation and standardisation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Requirements Gathering

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Education

Relevant Certifications (e.g., CBAP, ITIL, TOGAF)

Tools

SCCM

Intune

ServiceNow

Flexera

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Technical Business Analyst – Software Rationalisation and Packaging, luton, bedfordshire

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Client:

LHH

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Technical Business Analyst – Software Rationalisation and Packaging

Summary:

Part of Windows 10 to 11 programme of work we are looking for a detail-oriented and technically proficient Technical Business Analyst to support our software rationalisation and packaging initiatives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in analyzing current software usage, identifying opportunities for consolidation, and collaborating with IT and packaging teams to streamline application portfolios for efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

An ideal candidate must have STRONG analytical skills including being highly proficient in data analysis using Excel and other technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed assessments of existing software inventories across business units.
• Gather and validate business and technical requirements for application usage, dependencies, and future needs.
• Identify opportunities for software rationalisation, standardisation, version unification, and decommissioning.
• Work closely with software packaging and deployment teams to prioritize, schedule, and track packaging activities.
• Liaise with vendors and procurement to support license optimisation and contract rationalisation.
• Create and maintain documentation including business cases, software catalogues, technical specifications, and migration plans.
• Assist with UAT planning and stakeholder communication to ensure minimal disruption during transitions.
• Support compliance with security, licensing, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong background in IT business analysis, with a focus on software lifecycle management.
• Experience in software discovery, rationalisation, and packaging projects in medium to large enterprises.
• Familiarity with application packaging tools (e.g., SCCM, Intune, AdminStudio) and software deployment processes.
• Working knowledge of enterprise architecture, software licensing, and asset management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera).
• Excellent stakeholder management, requirements gathering, and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with a methodical approach to data analysis and reporting.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, ITIL, TOGAF) are a plus.