Business Systems Analyst

Westward Housing Group is a major housing association in the south west. As a developing landlord, we build new homes across the region, working in partnership with local authorities to rent homes to those in need.

We are looking for 2 Business Systems Analysts to work within our busy Business Transformation Team, based at our head office in Newton Abbot on a fixed term contract for 2 years. For one of the roles we are looking for someone with experience of using SharePoint to deliver a document management solution.

Our offices are based within an industrial estate, a stone’s throw from the River Teign and is easily accessible via public transport or major road links, with free parking available. You will work within our Business Transformation team in an open plan office where you will sit closely with other team members and managers who will be there to support you through your career with Westward.

About the Job and the Ideal Candidate

As part of a team responsible for the improvement, support and training on business applications, you will help develop systems to enhance digitalisation and business transformation. The work includes project management, system testing, report writing, applying fixes and working with IT users.

We are looking to speak with candidates who have experience of business analysis and/or business process design techniques and methodologies as well as somebody who can demonstrate knowledge of managing, developing and supporting complex corporate information systems. You will have experience of project management, an understanding of housing business processes and advanced Excel skills. One of the roles will require experience in using or administering SharePoint as a document management solution.

If you have an understanding or experience of supporting or using key business applications, within the Housing sector, and an understanding of the impact that effective IT applications can have on customer service and business delivery, we would love to hear from you.

Our values here at Westward are

• “Be Agile”
• “Always Engage”
• “Show Integrity”

We believe we reflect these values in our open and honest culture, that focuses on personal accountability and recognises how diversity can enrich communities. We also inspire people to be their best, with opportunities for staff secondments, training and job shadowing so that you can make the most out of your career with Westward.

If you share our values and are seeking a role that is both challenging and rewarding, we would love to hear from you.

Interview date: Week Commencing - 15th October 2018

We actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. All applications are considered on the basis of their merits and suitability for the job.