Lead Business Analyst – Transformation & Digital Team – EAL09818
Job Description
Job title: Lead Business Analyst – Transformation & Digital Team – EAL09818
Company: East Lothian Council
Job description: Vacancy Information
Hourly rate of pay: £23.40 – £26.13
Temporary for 12 months
Days and Hours of Work:
Monday – Friday, 09:00-17:00
Working days are negotiable, flexi time is applicable and starting and finishing times are flexible.
To start asap.
This post will support the implementation of a new housing management system and the associated business process improvements.
The post can be considered for home working and secondments for any internal applicants.
Home Working Consideration
Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, subject to a trial period and in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found . Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. All applicants must live in the UK and will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time as required.
This post is being re-advertised. Previous unsuccessful applicants need not re-apply.
Job Details
East Lothian Council has a pipeline of information systems to be replaced or upgraded spanning several years. Many of the current systems are embedded in multiple processes across several service areas and their replacement will be a significant change for the organisation.
It is intended that any new system will be implemented alongside service and process improvements in order to enable the Council to provide a more efficient and effective service to residents while supporting the Council’s aim of rationalising existing systems to reduce cost, risk and complexity.
The purpose of this role is to:
– Manage stakeholder engagement and change processes, ensuring appropriate levels of consultation and engagement are undertaken, any barriers are identified and removed/reduced, and changes will be embedded.
– Ensure that the focus of the project remains on the resolution of the business challenge/need delivered through enhancement and changes to key enablers including
business processes, systems, data, and staff training.
– Undertake business process reviews in a consultative manner with colleagues across the business, and process reviews, process analysis and re-design is undertaken to a high level and in a consultative manner.
– Focus on the activity that is required to embed the change and realise the benefits, working with colleagues to ensure these are delivered in line with the project plan.
– Ensure handover to business as usual is clearly documented and appropriate training, communication and engagement takes place to ensure outcomes are achieved.
– Ensure standards are maintained by working to agreed processes and procedures within the Transformation Programme.
Maintain awareness of sector wide initiatives / best practice in Business Analysis.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under ‘Job Attachments’) for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every ‘essential’ criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
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Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Degree level qualification or equivalent and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant experience.
Driving Licence
A full current driving licence is desirable for this post.
Disclosure
The preferred candidate for this position may be subject to a Basic Disclosure provided by Disclosure Scotland prior to a formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note:
If a Disclosure check is required and you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the website.
Additional Information
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Expected salary: £23.4 – 26.13 per hour
Location: Haddington, East Lothian
