System Analyst
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £41,033 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2025 |
| Location: | Braintree, CM77 8FG |
| Company: | Eastlight Community Homes |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Eastlight-180 |
Summary
Agencies
Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.
Who We Are
Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.
The Role
You will play a leading role in delivering new technology projects and driving the development and implementation of innovative software solutions to maximise Eastlights Technology stack. Working closely with the Business Improvements Team, Business Systems Team, and Business Analysts, you will ensure that new technology initiatives are fully scoped, aligned with business objectives and key milestones are delivered.
Your primary focus will be on project delivery and the enhancement of our existing systems, including the integration of new technologies and automation to improve business processes and customer experience. As a Subject Matter Expert for key business applications, you will lead on the development and rollout of new modules and products, and support knowledge sharing within the team.
In addition to your project and development responsibilities, you will provide 3rd line technical support for our suite of software applications, managing incidents, requests, and change management as required to maintain a stable and effective technology stack.
You should be educated to A-level standard or hold an equivalent ICT qualification, or have relevant experience, with a proven track record in technology project delivery, application development, and supporting business change in a dynamic environment.
Benefits and Compensation
To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:
- £41,033 per annum
- Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week
- Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
- Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
- A healthcare cash plan, life assurance
- Formal qualifications and paid professional membership
Next Steps
At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.
Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk
Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.
Any internal applications from employees whose roles are formally at risk will be given priority consideration for this position in accordance with our redeployment process.
Important Dates
Closing Date: 7 December 2025 @ 23:59
Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 11 or 12 December 2025 via Teams
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