R210371 - Project Business Analyst

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Project Management Office
Location:  Aston University Main Campus
Salary:  £34,304 to £40,927 per annum
Grade:  Grade 08
Contract Type:  Continuing
Basis:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours BST on Thursday 30 September 2021
Interview Date:  Tuesday 19 October 2021
Reference:  R210371
Release Date:  Thursday 16 September 2021

Aston University’s Project Management Office was established to co-ordinate the delivery of a portfolio of improvement activity across the University, including Digital Aston – a multi-million programme to build a digital environment which meets the future needs and expectations of Aston’s beneficiaries.  

Reporting to the Director of Process & Quality Improvement, the successful applicant will undertake business analysis to support the improvement of Aston’s business systems and processes and further deploying the University's core enterprise platforms including Microsoft Power Platform and TOPdesk (Solve).

Applicants should be able to demonstrate evidence of the successful application of business analysis tools and techniques and be familiar with working on large scale projects throughout their lifecycle including in an Agile environment Experience of working with the Microsoft Power Platform, including Microsoft Dynamics and PowerBI, would be highly advantageous. 

This role presents an exciting opportunity to transform business processes and embed a high-performance culture.

Please note: Redeployees will be given priority consideration for vacancies

Please note that anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment.   Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. We kindly ask that candidates do not send CVs or cover letters as these will not be considered. Please note that only answers that fall within the application form questions will be assessed.  

Further particulars and application forms are available in alternative formats on request i.e. large print, Braille, tape or CD Rom.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact HR via [email protected]

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.