Applications Support Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Application Support Analyst to play a key role in the support of new and existing software applications. Development of existing IS controls that originate from within the IS Service Delivery function.

The principal objectives of the role are:

• Support the Application and Integration Manager


• To act as the internal technical expert for the Speedy application portfolio and work as part of the team responsible for the ongoing maintenance & support for all parts of the business


• Act as a support point of contact for users company wide and play a key role in driving changes to improve business processes through ongoing systems review


• To identify areas of improvement within the system and its use (including trialling new processes and set ups)


• Develop, Implement and Maintain Test Scripts for all Speedy and 3^rd Party applications


• Quality assure all application changes and developments using UAT methodology


• Perform system implementations and upgrades ensuring all changes are done following recognised industry best practices and IS processes


• Deliver identifiable business benefits from the existing applications; building on the existing platforms


• Logging and resolving incidents / requests in line with associated documented processes


• Design and document and / or re-design and manage the implementation of process controls


• Implementation of service enhancements


• Generation and delivery of both regular and ad-hoc IT related reporting and MI


• Timely escalation of issues to your line manager


• Effective communication to IT teams, 3rd party IT vendors and Speedy Business units


• Provide training to Service Desk team members were required to ensure knowledge is shared and processes are being followed


• Provide support to Business Strategic projects as required


• Conduct additional ad hoc duties as required


• Promote participation in IS community


• Support your business unit/team to deliver our ESG Strategy - Decade to Deliver.
  
  Customer Service Focus


• Results Driven


• Attention to detail


• Judgement and Decision-Making


• Forward Thinking and pro-active


• Communication and team working skills


• Problem solving and conflict resolution


• Ability to analyse and think logically


• Seeks to deploy consistent methodologies and techniques


• Ability to work to deadlines


• Business awareness


• Ability to work effectively under pressure


• Ability to manage supplier relationships


• Good Documentation skills


• PC support skills


• Experience with Windows Server Technologies


• Knowledge of SQL Server database systems


• Application Support Skills


• Good all round knowledge of IT


• Good appreciation of service excellence


Desirable

• SQL Server 2008R2 & 2012 DBA Knowledge


• Familiarity of ITIL best practises


• Experience of working in a Service Orientated Environment


• Experience of supporting mobile workforce
  
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  What we offer:


• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)


• Life assurance


• Pension Scheme


• Canteen facilities


• 95% discount across the Speedy brand


• Opportunities for training, development and career progression


• Voluntary Health Cash Plan


• My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers


• Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling


• Vita - Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management.


We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements and are promoting our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First!

Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.

Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.

Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.