Job Description

Job Reference

1226-25

Date Posted

Tuesday 21 October 2025

Application Closing Date

Thursday 6 November 2025 at 11.59pm

Location

Preston Campus

Salary

42,254 to 48,822 per annum

Basis

Full Time

Contract Type

Indefinite

Job Category / Type

Professional Services

School / Service

Product and Delivery

Hours

36.25 hours per week

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Job details

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When you work for the University of Lancashire, you'll be part of a thriving community of talent that's united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you'll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

The Senior Platform Analyst will be responsible for the strategic and operational development of our Student Information platform. We are looking for someone who can bring technical and functional expertise, stakeholder engagement, and leadership in cross-functional initiatives.


It is an exciting time to join the team as we are currently in the implementation phase of a project to migrate from our on-premise Ellucian Banner solution, to the new Ellucian Student Software as a Service (SaaS), and will be one of the first UK Universities to complete this move.

About you:

You will be required to have extensive experience in managing and supporting Ellucian Banner/Student systems along with a proven track record of leading technical projects and initiatives.


The successful candidate will have the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively, coaching and mentoring colleagues.


For this role an undergraduate degree in a relevant area or equivalent experiential learning is essential.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We'll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you'll be making a positive difference to other people's lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits - from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.


We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.


The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.


Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.