Business Architect

Job summary

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The post holder will, under the direction of the Senior Business Architect, be responsible for specifying and supporting the development requirements of a number of clinical and non-clinical applications to fully realise there is utilisation within and across the various clinical services operating across the

The Business Architect team will be responsible for leading forward in the development and introduction of new technologies to deliver improved services and systems for the end users.

The role with require leading on a number of project and development work streams. This includes the responsibility for notifications to teams regarding system updates, systems development, configuration changes, security management, and liaison with other business areas and external suppliers to manage service delivery and retirement of systems no longer needed, so that the cost and quality benefits are realised.

The development and support team works within a service delivery framework, the development and consistent adoption of best practice policies and procedures based on an ITIL v4, release management, maintaining system configuration and documentation, managing faults and failures to resolution as well as resolving data quality issues within any systems or application.

Main duties of the job

Lead the design, specification and ongoing development of clinical and non-clinical systems, working with internal teams and external suppliers to define technical and integration requirements. Produce and maintain system, interface and integration specifications, ensuring documentation remains accurate and up to date. Provide specialist system expertise to end users, facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings, and manage issues through to resolution in collaboration with developers and suppliers. Ensure system changes are effectively communicated and embedded, working within an ITIL v4 service delivery framework. Maintain awareness of relevant standards and national initiatives, mentor junior colleagues, and manage own workload to deliver agreed outputs, including occasional out-of-hours support.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

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