Junior Business Systems Analyst Higher Apprenticeship - Slg

About the role

Business Systems Apprentice 🚀

SLG is a design-led international beauty company, crafting, manufacturing, and distributing some of the high street's most innovative beauty and male grooming brands. ✨

About the Role:

Reporting to the Head of Business Systems, you'll be a vital part of supporting and developing the systems that keep our business thriving. Get hands-on experience with ERP systems, Power BI, SQL, automation tools, AI technologies, and in-house applications. You'll work alongside experienced pros and our external tech partners. 🤝 This is your chance to dive into the world of technology, data, and problem-solving in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. As your skills level up, you'll tackle bigger projects and make a real impact. 💪

What You'll Be Doing:

• Be the first point of contact for business system queries, troubleshooting issues and escalating when needed. 🛠️
• Help with the admin, maintenance, and testing of our ERP system. 🔄
• Use SQL for data analysis, fixing problems, and boosting data quality. 📊
• Create and update Power BI reports and dashboards. 📈
• Spot opportunities to automate processes using tools like Power Automate, Python, and AI. 🤖
• Monitor and support system integrations, assisting with testing and rollout. 🔗
• Contribute to business system projects, including upgrades, testing, documentation, and user acceptance testing. ✅
• Gather user needs and help build our in-house applications. 💻
• Keep system documentation up-to-date and help deliver user training. 📚

About You:

We're on the lookout for someone curious, analytical, and eager to build a career in business systems. 🤔

Ideally, you'll have:

• A genuine passion for business systems, data, reporting, and technology. 💡
• A basic grasp of databases and SQL from studies, work, or personal projects. 🗄️
• Awesome analytical and problem-solving skills. 🧠
• Solid Microsoft 365 skills and the ability to chat with both techy and non-techy folks. 💬

Bonus points if you've got experience with (but no worries if not!):

• ERP systems or other business apps.
• Power BI or similar reporting tools.
• XML, CSV, APIs, integrations, Power Automate, or Python.
• Providing user support or working with third-party software.

What We're Looking For:

• A hunger to learn and grow your technical skills. 🌱
• Top-notch problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• A drive to improve business processes through tech.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. 🗣️
• Great organisation and priority management skills. 📅
• A positive, adaptable attitude and enthusiasm for learning. 🎉

Entry Requirements:

• Standard Entry:
• Level 3 qualification (apprenticeship/A-levels/BTEC, etc.)
• OR equivalent work experience (approx. 2 years in a relevant role)
• Plus:
• 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above. 💯
• Experience using Excel (especially pivot tables and XLookup) and Microsoft products (or similar). 💻

We can consider a mix of qualifications and experience that shows you have the foundational skills needed. If you have international qualifications, you'll need to provide official documentation comparing them to UK standards. 🌍

Working Hours:

36 hours per week, with flexible working around core hours (8 am - 5:30 pm, finishing at 2 pm on Fridays). ⏰

Please Note:

Parking is not available on-site. 🚗❌

Benefits:

• From Day One:
• Option to buy up to 7 extra days of annual leave. 🏖️
• Staff shop with sweet discounts on SLG products. 💄
• Company-funded social events. 🥳
• Two annual Me Days (half-day wellbeing leave). 🧘‍♀️
• After 3 Months:
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%. 💰
• Life Assurance (2x salary). 🛡️
• After Successful Probation (6 Months):
• Employer-funded Healthshield health plan.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. 📞
• Up to six counselling sessions per issue.
• 24/7 GP Anytime service. 🧑‍⚕️
• Annual Salary Review (based on company performance).
• Tusker Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme. ⚡🚗
• Cycle to Work Scheme. 🚴‍♂️

Future Prospects:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing their program – that's 20% higher than the national average! 🌟

How to Apply:

Ready to kick-start your career? Click the apply button! 👇 Applications may close early, so don't delay! 🚀

Key responsibilities

• Provide first-line support for business systems, investigating issues and escalating where appropriate.
• Assist with the administration, maintenance and testing of our ERP system.
• Use SQL to support data analysis, troubleshoot issues and improve data quality.
• Develop and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation using tools such as Power Automate, Python and AI.

Skills