University of Lancashire · Learning and Information Services
Senior Business Analyst
Preston
Permanent
Full-time
£42,254–£48,822 / year
Closes in 2 days
Learning and Information Services (LIS) plays a critical role in enabling the University's strategic ambitions through technology, digital transformation, and business change. The Architecture and Strategy team works closely with academic and professional service colleagues to identify opportunities for improvement, shape future investments, and ensure change initiatives deliver measurable value.
As a Senior Business Analyst, you will lead the discovery, analysis, and development of strategic change opportunities across the University. Working with senior stakeholders, architects, project teams, and service leaders, you will translate complex business needs into clear proposals, business cases, and investment recommendations. You will play a key role in shaping demand, supporting portfolio prioritisation, and ensuring initiatives are aligned with the University's strategic objectives while delivering tangible benefits and value.
You will be an experienced and highly skilled Business Analyst with a track record of leading analysis activities on complex, high-impact projects and transformation initiatives. You will have strong knowledge of business analysis techniques, process improvement methodologies, requirements elicitation, benefits management, and demand or portfolio management practices.
You will possess excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. You will be comfortable facilitating workshops, developing business cases, evaluating options, and presenting evidence-based recommendations to senior decision-makers.
An undergraduate degree in a relevant area or equivalent experiential learning is essential for this role.
What we can offer you:
We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP. Our people are our most important asset. We'll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you'll be making a positive difference to other people's lives.
As a Senior Business Analyst, you will lead the discovery, analysis, and development of strategic change opportunities across the University. Working with senior stakeholders, architects, project teams, and service leaders, you will translate complex business needs into clear proposals, business cases, and investment recommendations. You will play a key role in shaping demand, supporting portfolio prioritisation, and ensuring initiatives are aligned with the University's strategic objectives while delivering tangible benefits and value.
You will be an experienced and highly skilled Business Analyst with a track record of leading analysis activities on complex, high-impact projects and transformation initiatives. You will have strong knowledge of business analysis techniques, process improvement methodologies, requirements elicitation, benefits management, and demand or portfolio management practices.
You will possess excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. You will be comfortable facilitating workshops, developing business cases, evaluating options, and presenting evidence-based recommendations to senior decision-makers.
An undergraduate degree in a relevant area or equivalent experiential learning is essential for this role.
What we can offer you:
We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP. Our people are our most important asset. We'll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you'll be making a positive difference to other people's lives.
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Job details
- Reference
- 0787-26
- Category
- IT / Information Services
- Posted
- 25 Sep 2026
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