Systems Analyst Apprentice

Who we are: Harper Macleod.

We are currently seeking an Apprentice Systems Analyst who will be based in our Glasgow office. They will be based within the Operations Department as part of the Information Systems team. The goal of the Apprentice Systems Analyst is to contribute to Harper Macleod’s objectives by improving departmental efficiencies, satisfying client requirements, managing risks and assisting business building opportunities.  

Why join us? 
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop within a business that has supported over 80 apprentices through their qualification in partnership with QA! In 2023 alone we onboarded over 20 apprentices into our offices across Scotland.

You will be working towards a Level 8 Software Diploma. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting System Analysts and Project Consultants with requirements gathering, system development, system documentation, report writing, system testing and system evaluation.
• Performing regular system maintenance tasks.
• Providing support to the business' system users in relation to information systems.
• Preparing and sending regular internal reports and management information.
• Creating and maintaining document styles and workflow applications.
• Assisting members of the Operations Department with a variety of tasks as and when required

What you need to succeed:

• Passion for IT 
• Analytical mindset
• Excellent communication skills 
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload

Salary: £19,838 per annum.

Working week:
Monday - Friday, 
9am - 5pm, 
35hrs a week.

Perks of the Job:

• Critical illness protection
• Discounted conveyancing on sales and purchases
• Discounted eyecare
• Charity donation through payroll
• Cycle to work scheme
• Buy additional leave option
• Extra holidays at Christmas
• CSR days
• Funding for external training
• Recruitment finder’s fee
• Additional discounts
• 4pm birthday finish
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme

Future prospects:
Should you perform well in this role, there is an opportunity for you to take up a permanent position at the end of your qualification. Many of our previous apprentices are still with the company.

Your future salary will be discussed should you be offered a permanent role.

Important information:
This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one to one support.

Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics on the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day to day role.

On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognised qualification at SCQF Level 8.

If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work based qualification at the same time, APPLY NOW!