It - Business Analyst Apprentice (Level 4)

Reference number: JR237674

Location: Hybrid working: Home & our office at Universal Square, Manchester, U.K

Working pattern: Full-Time

Contract Type: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract (from start date)

Number of roles: 1

Salary: £21,000 per annum

We are looking for an IT - Business Analyst Apprentice (Level 4) to join our team on an 18 month fixed term contract.

The IT - Business Analyst Apprentice (Level 4) role at Kaplan involves driving organisational success through structured analysis and collaboration, managing multiple changes, and delivering structured benefits-driven analysis on projects. Responsibilities include stakeholder management, planning and organisation, product management, and developing skills in business analysis. Ideal candidates possess analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt within a collaborative environment. This role serves as a stepping stone for career progression within Kaplan, leading to positions such as Business Analyst, Senior Business Analyst, PMO Analyst, or Applications Support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Business Analyst, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

What you’ll bring to the role

Ideal for candidates interested in pursuing a career in business analysis, this role demands a blend of analytical and problem-solving skills, and a keen eye for detail.

• Comfortable in coordinating and where required willing to learn to facilitate workshops

• Able to learn how to uncover genuine business needs, identify solution options and present proposals delivering business benefits

• Good communication skills - both written and verbal

• Target driven and focused on owning the business solution delivery timeline

• Able to build relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

• A team player, able to work collaboratively with others

• Confident at presenting ideas and recommendations

• Self-organising and customer / end-user delivery focused

• A positive can-do attitude who’s willing to learn

What we do

Kaplan Professional is a leading provider of apprenticeships, accountancy / tax / finance & banking courses, and professional assessments. For almost 80 years, we've helped shape the development and careers of finance professionals.

We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world’s largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart.

What we believe in

Our goal is for Kaplan to be a great place to work where everybody can succeed, so we truly live and breathe our values: act with integrity, grow knowledge, empower & support, create opportunity, drive results together.

Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds. We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive.

Our Values

We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success.

• Act with integrity

• Empower and support

• Create opportunity

• Grow knowledge

• Drive results together

What we offer

As well as a competitive salary, transparent pay structures, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 days annual leave + option to purchase more

• Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme

• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

• Private medical, income protection, and life insurance

• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services

• Company pension contributions

• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

How to apply

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 30th April 2024. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a first stage online interview, If you are successful at this stage, you will be invited back to attend a second stage online interview. You will also be asked to prepare a task, details of which will be shared in the invite.