Unit 4 ERP Systems Analyst
National Oceanography Centre, Southampton or Liverpool
Permanent
Full time (37 hours per week)
£42,062 - £46,141
Who are we?
We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) - the UK’s leading institution for integrated coastal and deep ocean research. Through our ground-breaking research, collaboration, and game-changing innovation we work to gain a deeper understanding of our ocean, helping every living thing on our planet flourish.
We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community focused on solving challenging long-term marine science problems, underpinning international and UK public policy, business and societal outcomes.
The ocean has the potential to provide the solutions to so many of the social, economic and environmental challenges we face worldwide. To truly harness the value of the ocean, we put ocean research, science and discovery at the heart of our culture.
Join us in shaping the future of oceanographic research and contribute your unique perspective to our organisation.
About the role
As a key member of the ERP and New Systems team you will contribute through a flexible and inclusive approach to working. By building strong business partnering relationships and gaining trust across the organisation you will enable change and expand on a culture of continuous improvement.
Your responsibilities will include technical developments and improvements, requirement gathering, issue resolution and supporting end users. Your primary focus will be to ensure our Unit4 ERP Platform (previously known as Agresso) is robust, secure, fit for purpose and continuously improved.
Using your extensive system knowledge and direct experience of Unit4 solution design and implementation as well as change management, you will partner with our colleagues to ensure the Unit4 system compliments our financial and governance responsibilities.
With regards to new systems and IT Change Management you will support the ERP Manager in establishing and maintaining processes and procedures to provide an effective and efficient service. You will assist in providing a comparison between New System requests and Unit4 functionality to enable informed decision making.
About you
We are looking for someone with extensive Unit4 ERP configuration experience with who can work independently and as part of a team to enhance our Unit4 Platform. This includes requirement gathering, solution design and implementation, as well as day to day user support.
You will have knowledge of continuous improvement and project management processes and procedures including stakeholder management and user engagement.
You will be an excellent communicator, comfortable working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels. The successful candidate will require strong organisational skills to manage multiple key deliverables, be able to demonstrate customer focus, and have experience of adhering to governance policies and procedures.
Why NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits, including:
- 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays
- a 10% employer contribution pension scheme
- access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and anonymous support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
- access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
- a Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories
- a great working environment with a number of social events, including summer and Christmas celebrations
- we are proud to be a Living Wage Employer
Location
This position can be based in Southampton or Liverpool. Our Southampton site is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking with over 40 EV charging points. The Liverpool centre is part of the University campus and is only a short walk from the city centre and Lime Street station.
The NOC has a hybrid working approach where for most positions staff can work from home up to 2 days per week. If you are interested in this position, but require a more flexible working arrangement, please contact the recruitment team using the contact details below.
We can support visa applications where required. We may be able to offer financial support for applicants who will need to relocate for this position.
Submitting an application
Please click ‘Apply for this job’ and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the NOC recruitment team at careers@noc.ac.uk / 07955 851648.
Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description and person specification.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position, as we strive to create a supportive and equitable environment where all voices are valued and heard.
Those seeking employment at NOC are considered solely on their qualifications, skills and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status (including pregnancy / maternity leave) or any other protected characteristic.
There is a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates with a disability. The NOC is an Investors in People organisation.
Date advert posted: 27 September 2024.
Closing date: 25 October 2024. This vacancy may close earlier depending on the number of applicants.
Please note we are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this position.
