Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Business Analyst to play a key role in a major student systems transformation programme. Working as part of a large-scale digital change initiative, you will support the implementation of a new cloud-based Student Information System, helping to modernise core processes and enhance the student and staff experience. This is a highly visible role, offering the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders across the institution to analyse, redesign and optimise business processes across the end-to-end student life cycle. Your new role Lead business analysis activities across a complex Student Information System implementation. Analyse and redesign student life cycle processes, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and SaaS platform capabilities. Work closely with senior stakeholders, project teams and software vendors to capture, validate and prioritise business requirements. Develop and maintain business analysis artefacts, including process maps, benefits realisation plans, requirements documentation and test plans. Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions to drive consensus and decision-making. Identify business improvement opportunities and support continuous process optimisation. Manage and communicate risks, issues, dependencies and change impacts throughout the project life cycle. Support user adoption, training and change management activities. Provide strategic business analysis expertise to project governance forums and leadership teams. Mentor and support colleagues, contributing to the development of business analysis capability across the organisation. What you'll need to succeed Significant experience leading business analysis activities within large-scale transformation programmes in the Higher Education sector. Strong knowledge of student life cycle processes and associated university operations. Previous experience working with Student Information Systems such as Ellucian Banner, Tribal SITS or similar platforms. Experience supporting SaaS or cloud-based technology implementations. Expertise in business process modelling and service design using structured methodologies such as BPMN. Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior academic and professional services leaders. Experience developing benefits realisation frameworks and undertaking cost-benefit analysis to support change initiatives. Strong process mapping, requirements gathering and stakeholder management skills. Experience using business analysis techniques including BPMN 2.0, user stories, use cases, gap analysis and stakeholder mapping. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to navigate complex organisational change. What you'll get in return Opportunity to contribute to a major strategic digital transformation programme. Salary from 47,000- 57,000 dependent on experience Exposure to enterprise-scale SaaS implementation and business change initiatives. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Professional development opportunities and exposure to senior stakeholders across the organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Business Analyst to play a key role in a major student systems transformation programme. Working as part of a large-scale digital change initiative, you will support the implementation of a new cloud-based Student Information System, helping to modernise core processes and enhance the student and staff experience. This is a highly visible role, offering the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders across the institution to analyse, redesign and optimise business processes across the end-to-end student life cycle. Your new role Lead business analysis activities across a complex Student Information System implementation. Analyse and redesign student life cycle processes, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and SaaS platform capabilities. Work closely with senior stakeholders, project teams and software vendors to capture, validate and prioritise business requirements. Develop and maintain business analysis artefacts, including process maps, benefits realisation plans, requirements documentation and test plans. Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions to drive consensus and decision-making. Identify business improvement opportunities and support continuous process optimisation. Manage and communicate risks, issues, dependencies and change impacts throughout the project life cycle. Support user adoption, training and change management activities. Provide strategic business analysis expertise to project governance forums and leadership teams. Mentor and support colleagues, contributing to the development of business analysis capability across the organisation. What you'll need to succeed Significant experience leading business analysis activities within large-scale transformation programmes in the Higher Education sector. Strong knowledge of student life cycle processes and associated university operations. Previous experience working with Student Information Systems such as Ellucian Banner, Tribal SITS or similar platforms. Experience supporting SaaS or cloud-based technology implementations. Expertise in business process modelling and service design using structured methodologies such as BPMN. Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior academic and professional services leaders. Experience developing benefits realisation frameworks and undertaking cost-benefit analysis to support change initiatives. Strong process mapping, requirements gathering and stakeholder management skills. Experience using business analysis techniques including BPMN 2.0, user stories, use cases, gap analysis and stakeholder mapping. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to navigate complex organisational change. What you'll get in return Opportunity to contribute to a major strategic digital transformation programme. Salary from 47,000- 57,000 dependent on experience Exposure to enterprise-scale SaaS implementation and business change initiatives. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Professional development opportunities and exposure to senior stakeholders across the organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
A University in London are seeking a Senior Planning and Data Analyst on a permanent basis. The role is hybrid, 2/3 days in the London office. The Senior Planning & Data Analyst role is a key post within the team and has specific responsibilities for supporting the team's work relating to monitoring and reporting progress against our Access & Participation Plan (APP) and the delivery of related student management information. The role supports the provision of reports and management information relating to the University's performance against its APP and related targets and commitments. The Senior Planning & Data Analyst will provide analytical support and guidance to a number of evaluation projects as well as supporting the assessment of performance and the development of the plan. The Senior Planning & Data Analyst will play a key role in: Ensuing regulatory compliance through the analysis and reporting of activity against targets in our Access & Participation Plan. The analysis of student data including areas related to access, continuation, completion, attainment and awarding gaps and engagement. Supporting the consistent delivery of APP related data across the wider student management information (MI) products within the team and across the University. The automation of analysis of APP data and embedding of related activity within the broader student management information function. The development and production of engaging APP and related student MI dashboards on their Tableau platform. Contributing to the wider student management information function through the provision of high-quality information to both Schools and Professional Services directorates. Experience A good working knowledge of how Access and Participation plans are used for compliance and reputational purposes, including their use by regulatory bodies such as the OfS. Previous experience in data analysis and / or business intelligence. Experience of analysing OfS datasets and related metrics. Experience of using different technological platforms and systems to manipulate and analyse large, complex datasets. Knowledge of designing and creating data visualisations and dashboards using specialist software (e.g. Tableau, PowerBI) A track record in communicating key analytical findings to a range of audiences including committees and senior management. Knowledge of student records systems reporting.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
A University in London are seeking a Senior Planning and Data Analyst on a permanent basis. The role is hybrid, 2/3 days in the London office. The Senior Planning & Data Analyst role is a key post within the team and has specific responsibilities for supporting the team's work relating to monitoring and reporting progress against our Access & Participation Plan (APP) and the delivery of related student management information. The role supports the provision of reports and management information relating to the University's performance against its APP and related targets and commitments. The Senior Planning & Data Analyst will provide analytical support and guidance to a number of evaluation projects as well as supporting the assessment of performance and the development of the plan. The Senior Planning & Data Analyst will play a key role in: Ensuing regulatory compliance through the analysis and reporting of activity against targets in our Access & Participation Plan. The analysis of student data including areas related to access, continuation, completion, attainment and awarding gaps and engagement. Supporting the consistent delivery of APP related data across the wider student management information (MI) products within the team and across the University. The automation of analysis of APP data and embedding of related activity within the broader student management information function. The development and production of engaging APP and related student MI dashboards on their Tableau platform. Contributing to the wider student management information function through the provision of high-quality information to both Schools and Professional Services directorates. Experience A good working knowledge of how Access and Participation plans are used for compliance and reputational purposes, including their use by regulatory bodies such as the OfS. Previous experience in data analysis and / or business intelligence. Experience of analysing OfS datasets and related metrics. Experience of using different technological platforms and systems to manipulate and analyse large, complex datasets. Knowledge of designing and creating data visualisations and dashboards using specialist software (e.g. Tableau, PowerBI) A track record in communicating key analytical findings to a range of audiences including committees and senior management. Knowledge of student records systems reporting.
Business Process Analyst - 12 Month FTC Location: Bristol - hybrid Job Type: Full-time Salary: Upto £55,000 We are seeking a Business Process Analyst who is passionate about understanding and driving excellence across people, processes, and technology. This role involves using best practices, tools, and standards to enhance the quality and consistency of deliverables across various projects and initiatives. Day-to-day of the role: Work closely with the business to map end-to-end processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, including the elimination of non-value-added activities, automation of data flows, and system integration. Facilitate discovery and improvement workshops, gather both functional and non-functional business requirements, and translate them into technical specifications. Ensure full traceability of requirements from sign-off through to solution design and development. Build business cases to detail efficiency benefits realisation through return on investment and payback period calculations. Design and support user testing and acceptance criteria, and facilitate the adoption of implemented solutions. Maintain effective communication with all project, business, and IT stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing concerns. Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, proactively seeking solutions to keep projects on track and escalating to senior leadership as needed. Share best practices and strive to deliver a world-class student and employee experience. Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive experience in business process design and facilitation. Proficiency in business process modelling and familiarity with business analysis tools and methodologies. Experience with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to collect, interpret, and analyse data. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Curiosity and tenacity to explore beyond the immediate circumstances to identify further improvements. Basic understanding of data protection legislation and experience in maintaining a secure and confidential environment. Desirable: Experience with HR Systems, familiarity with SaaS-based platforms, certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP), familiarity with PBSA, and project management skills. Benefits: Competitive annual bonus. 25 days paid holiday. Pension scheme with company contribution. Flexible working opportunities. Shared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay. Additional benefits including ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts, and more! To apply for the Business Process Analyst position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Business Process Analyst - 12 Month FTC Location: Bristol - hybrid Job Type: Full-time Salary: Upto £55,000 We are seeking a Business Process Analyst who is passionate about understanding and driving excellence across people, processes, and technology. This role involves using best practices, tools, and standards to enhance the quality and consistency of deliverables across various projects and initiatives. Day-to-day of the role: Work closely with the business to map end-to-end processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, including the elimination of non-value-added activities, automation of data flows, and system integration. Facilitate discovery and improvement workshops, gather both functional and non-functional business requirements, and translate them into technical specifications. Ensure full traceability of requirements from sign-off through to solution design and development. Build business cases to detail efficiency benefits realisation through return on investment and payback period calculations. Design and support user testing and acceptance criteria, and facilitate the adoption of implemented solutions. Maintain effective communication with all project, business, and IT stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing concerns. Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, proactively seeking solutions to keep projects on track and escalating to senior leadership as needed. Share best practices and strive to deliver a world-class student and employee experience. Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive experience in business process design and facilitation. Proficiency in business process modelling and familiarity with business analysis tools and methodologies. Experience with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to collect, interpret, and analyse data. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Curiosity and tenacity to explore beyond the immediate circumstances to identify further improvements. Basic understanding of data protection legislation and experience in maintaining a secure and confidential environment. Desirable: Experience with HR Systems, familiarity with SaaS-based platforms, certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP), familiarity with PBSA, and project management skills. Benefits: Competitive annual bonus. 25 days paid holiday. Pension scheme with company contribution. Flexible working opportunities. Shared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay. Additional benefits including ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts, and more! To apply for the Business Process Analyst position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
