We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone. 

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Technical System Specialist to join Edge Hill University you will be a part of the Programme Team and will provide essential technical support to the University’s Student Records System (SRS) implementation. This is a key position that supports the delivery of a modern, integrated Student Records System and requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking, problem-solving and strong customer focus. 

Your main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Developing system functionality, building integrations, data migration and reporting activity
• Supporting with the overall technical delivery of the programme, including maintain system environments and supporting with day-to-day technical operations as the implementation progresses
• Applying a broad range of technical skills, including software development, system configuration, integration development, data handling and script creation, testing support, and troubleshooting

This post provides you with the opportunity to work closely with project capability leads, business stakeholders and technical colleagues to understand requirements, propose and implement solutions and ensure the quality and reliability of the system and its related processes.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Hannah McAuliffe, Programme Manager at Hannah.McAuliffe@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

As Technical Systems Specialist, you will have:

• Experience of developing or configuring business systems, including building system functionality, automations, scripts or integrations
• Knowledge of Database, Middleware, and Reporting Server technologies.
• Experience of working with relational databases, writing queries, extracting data and supporting reporting or analytics activities.
• Proven experience of independently managing small technical work packages, tasks or streams of work from design through to delivery.
• Experience of developing system and end-user requirements documentation
• Able to support innovative and technically complex business systems, integrations and services.
• Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically and with creativity to analyse problems and develop innovative and workable solutions.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave per annum, (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days) 
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme 

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.