Senior Business Systems Officer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and Christmas shutdown)
• Local Government pension
• Healthcare Cash Plan for cash back on health treatments
• Cashback website access for savings on brands you love
• Volunteering days
• Free parking
• Car Allowance

Many of our colleagues work flexibly for us. We're always open to conversations around different working arrangements. If you're interested in part-time, compressed hours or any other working arrangement, please get in touch with us through the "Contact Us" form on our careers website.

• Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check (applied and paid for by the Council).

Role: Senior Business Systems Officer

Location: South Ribble and Chorley Councils

Contract: Full time (36.25 hours per week) / Permanent

Salary: £41,177 - £42,123 plus 6% car allowance

Closing Date: 15 November 2026

Are you passionate about IT and are a skilled IT system administrator?

South Ribble and Chorley Councils are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior IT Applications Analyst to lead the development, optimisation, and support of our business systems. This role is crucial in ensuring our digital solutions are robust and aligned with our organisational objectives.

• You'll play a key role in the planning, configuration, and enhancement of the council's line of IT business systems.
• Collaborate with services and suppliers to identify, design and implement systems and process improvements.
• Deliver complex systems projects from inception to completion.
• Provide expert technical advice, troubleshooting and IT system support.
• Support the training of staff in relation to business systems & data. Promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain and develop documentation and data sets.

• This role requires some travel around our boroughs. You should have a valid driving licence or the equivalent mobility.