Senior Business Systems Analyst - Cheshire
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Business Systems Analyst to join their Application Services team. This role plays a key part in driving and enabling business change across IT systems and operational processes.
Working closely with subject matter experts across the organisation, the Senior Business Systems Analyst will act as the conduit between business stakeholders and IT technical teams. You will ensure system changes are clearly defined, fit for purpose, and successfully delivered. The role also includes mentoring Business Analysts, supporting project delivery, and contributing to the continuous improvement of project and business processes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead requirements gathering across multiple business areas using appropriate tools and techniques
Produce clear, detailed functional and system specifications for technical delivery and testing
Work closely with development teams to ensure solutions meet business requirements
Mentor and support Business Analysts within the team
Provide project management support for assigned change initiatives
Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure delivery on time and within budget
Conduct system testing and manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for internal and third-party solutions
Coordinate and deliver user training where required
Support the Head of Application Services in reviewing and improving project and business processes
Represent the IT team and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential:
Proven experience in a Business / Systems Analyst role within an IT development environment
Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience with project planning and change management
Ability to produce detailed functional specifications suitable for development and testing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Certified ISEB / BCS Business Analyst
Experience using Jira and MS Office applications
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Desirable:
PRINCE2 Foundation or Practitioner certification
Experience within the Financial Services sector
Experience
Extensive end-to-end experience delivering IT system projects and change initiatives
Proven experience transitioning projects into Business-as-Usual operations
Some project management experience within a software development environment
Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
Confident presenter, able to communicate business, technical, and project information clearly
Personal Attributes
Proactive, flexible, and solutions-focused with a “can-do” attitude
Collaborative team player with an energetic and positive approach
Customer and results oriented
Comfortable working in a small team environment and under pressure
Eager to learn, share knowledge, and continuously improve
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Senior Business Systems Analyst - Cheshire