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Functional Data Analyst
The University of Salford. Analyse data, processes and business requirements to identify improvement opportunities and define effective solutions .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to identify improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions. Proficient in stakeholder engagement and collaboration to enhance data quality and support student information systems throughout the student lifecycle.
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Data AnalysisProcess ImprovementUser Acceptance Testing (UAT)Stakeholder EngagementStudent Information Systems
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Hard Skills
Data AnalysisProcess ImprovementUser Acceptance Testing (UAT)Business Change
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative Approach
Tools & Technologies
Ellucian Banner
Industry Keywords
Data QualityData GovernanceBusiness RequirementsSystem ChangesSustainable Change
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Analyse data, processes and business requirements to identify improvement opportunities and define effective solutions
- Work with Data Stewards, process leaders and stakeholders to improve data quality, governance, standards and reporting
- Translate business requirements into effective system changes between users, Student Data & Systems and IT teams
- Support system changes, configuration, UAT, defect management and second-line product support
- Ensure solutions meet agreed requirements
- Facilitate workshops and business improvement activity
- Use evidence, analysis and collaboration to deliver sustainable change
- Support the University’s student information, data and systems throughout the student lifecycle
Requirements
What you’ll need- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent stakeholder engagement
- Collaborative approach
- Experience of data analysis
- Experience of process improvement
- Experience of business change
- Experience of user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Experience of Student Information Systems, such as Ellucian Banner, is desirable
Benefits
Comp & perks- Excellent pension scheme
- 32 days leave
- Bank holidays
- Additional time off at Christmas
- Opportunity to buy additional leave
- Flexible and agile working
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership
- Mental and physical wellbeing services