Design Analyst

The Design Authority function sits within the EMRS Architecture and Design Team and is responsible for in maintaining the overall design of the EMR service including systems, processes and technology. The team works closely with the Business Analysts, Architects and Vendor development teams to ensure solutions are formulated in-line with regulatory requirements and focus on the user interactions and experience. The team also provides expertise on the schemes EMRS schemes administers on behalf of its key stakeholders.

Job Purpose:

• Demonstrate expertise in system design techniques and apply best practices while formulating design solution options for CRs and projects.

• Provide excellent customer service; as a Design Analyst for EMRS you will be required to support in resolving some of the complex service desk queries for Electricity Suppliers, Generators and Capacity Providers as well as providing support to ESC and LCCC on EMR system related queries.

• Contribute to the delivery of the EMRS Technology roadmap by ensuring that system vendors implement solutions that align with the EMRS Architecture and Design principles.

• Support the lead roles within EMRS and Elexon to promote effective cross function delivery., + Have a deep understanding of the CfD, RAB and CM rules and regulations and how the rules of the schemes are implemented in the key systems used in EMRS.

• Comprehend complex information and translate it into understandable written and illustrative material, which includes but not limited to; reports, presentations, spreadsheets and diagrams.

• Responsible for carrying out impact assessments on change initiatives, producing and maintaining design artefacts such as but not restricted to calculation models, wireframes for screens etc. for the EMRS systems for all projects and programmes of work.

• Build relationships with key stakeholders and influence and negotiate / challenge (where appropriate) decisions and viewpoints related to problems and solutions put forward by stakeholders including internal EMRS teams.

• Understand the interdependencies between technology, operational and business needs.

• Support the EMRS Solution Architect in devising design-driven solutions by providing them SME knowledge and artefacts for the schemes and user interactions with the system.

• Contribute to the development and evolution of technical roadmap, design governance processes, guidelines and relevant standards.

• Contribute to the up-keep of the EMRS Architecture and Technology roadmap.

• Self-motivated, willing to take ownership of tasks assigned, with the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines, and ability to deliver under pressure.

• An ability to positively build and maintain professional relationships with customers, stakeholders and colleagues

• Pro-active and willing to contribute to all projects and team activities.

• Proficient in using design patterns and industry best practices for system design and analysis.

• Knowledge of the CM, CfD and Nuclear RAB Schemes and in particular, EMRS’ role within those schemes.

• Drive recommendations for improvements across the functional and non-functional aspects of the solution

• Review design artefacts and proposals from vendor teams to ensure they are consistent with the design principles.

• Experience working across all the various stages of the project / product lifecycle, from inception to operations, support and eventual decommissioning.

• Familiarity with Sparx Enterprise Architect Tool and / or equivalent Model Driven UML tools, DevOps, Jira or equivalent Issue and Project Managing software

Developmental/ Desirable

• Be from a systems development or technical analyst background with understanding of software development life cycle, project management principles or equivalent project management methodologies such as but not limited to Waterfall and Agile.

• Knowledge of the BSC arrangements, systems, processes and governance and how these interact with the delivery of the EMRS service.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and supporting technologies

• TOGAF or BCS Systems Design techniques diploma or BCS Practitioner Certificate in Enterprise and Solution Architecture, equivalent professional qualification or experience

• Takes accountability

• Delivers at pace with quality

• Forward thinking

• Focussed on customer value

Developmental/ Desirable

• Leads the change

Elexon career path/ Potential next role(s)

• EMRS Solution Architect

• EMRS Lead Design Analyst

In return, Elexon provides:

• £64,000

• 28 days annual holiday + Bank Holidays

• Discretionary annual incentive scheme

• Life assurance

• Pension

• Private medical (Bupa)

• Private dental (Bupa)

At Elexon, our employee wellbeing is particularly important to us, which is why we are proud to provide:

• Hybrid working available

• BUPA health check

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Eye care voucher scheme

• Subsidised gym membership

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Buying & selling holiday scheme

• Computing scheme

• CSR days

• Season ticket loan

We believe a diverse and inclusive culture allows innovation and creativity to flourish. We are committed to continuously improving our culture for our colleagues and stakeholders. Through our hugely successful Diversity Forum, MHFA network and regular programme of activities and events, we celebrate difference and recognise the value of employee wellbeing, which is a consistent outcome from annual employee surveys that we conduct. Likewise, as a community, we like to support each other, and all agree Elexon is a great place to work with a great workspace too!

At Elexon, we want to:

• Provide true equality of opportunity

• Attract and retain diverse talent

• Listen to all voices

• Be representative of the communities we work in

• Be a roles model for Diversity and Inclusion in the industry

Elexon together, embracing differences, listening to all voices