Senior Applications Analyst

PO3: Starting salary £46,437 pa rising in annual increments to £49,638 per annum incl LW

Hybrid working

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are 'connected by purpose,' in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team:

The team provides supports for a number of business applications across the council, those include areas such as Customer Services, Council Tax and Housing Benefits, Planning, Building Control, Licensing and Libraries.

About the Role:

As a Senior Applications Analyst, you will be responsible for the completion of tasks, that are complex due to the level of knowledge required and business criticality, including development, maintenance and system configuration activities for allocated Revenue, Benefits and Customer Services applications whilst maintaining security of operation and management of risk. This includes any associated application upgrades and interfaces to applications within other business areas and assisting with management reporting requirements to ensure secure, efficient operation of business activities.

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

Where applications and systems are delivered as a service, to support liaison with the Service Providers to ensure applications maintain currency and security and effectively meet the business requirements of the Council.

Successful candidate must have: Proven knowledge and experience of managing a wide variety of applications Excellent ability to communicate effectively A clear understanding and capability to work within relevant IT related standards Excellent track record of working within teams to meet complex business requirements

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Job Description and Person Specification

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Betty Hyman at .

How to Apply:

If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Closing date: 11:59pm 31st August 2025.

Shortlisting: 4th September 2025.

Interviews: 17th & 18th September 2025.

Benefits:

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's. Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service. Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme. Hybrid Working. Employee Assistance Programme. Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service. Discounts at local restaurants. Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms. Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships. Cycle to Work Scheme. Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre. Trade Union Membership.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .

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