The Business Analyst will contribute to the business analysis activities on a large Future Integrations programme involving the Azure Integration platform. The Business Analyst will undertake strategic analysis activities to ensure the digital and business solutions meet requirements and satisfy the quality expectations of both Information Services and business; they will also take a significant role in managing the changes being introduced.
The Business Analyst is responsible for gathering, validating and documenting requirements by facilitating workshops with technical and business subject matter experts. The Business Analyst is required to map complex data/information and business processes creating process maps using schematic diagrams to support and align on the understanding of change impacts, and efficiency opportunities.
Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth the first day of work and occasionally as required, the option of remote working is available for this contract role. This role is ideally suited to a candidate seeking full time hours, however there may be some flexibility to offer reduced hours (minimum of 30 hours per week) or compressed hours if required.
The interviews are currently anticipated to be held week commencing 26 January 2026.
This appointment is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, the start date is planned to for the week commencing 2nd March 2026.
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Tom Varco at tom.varco@port.ac.uk
Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
* Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
* Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
* Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
* Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
* Excellent training and development opportunities.
* Staff wellbeing programmes.
* Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
* Discounted learning.
* Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
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UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.