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NFU Mutual

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity

AI generated summary

  • You need experience in analysis, IT system design, or software development; application knowledge, UML, ITIL and Agile methodology experience are desirable.
  • You will design and prototype IT solutions, evaluate requirements, document designs, communicate with teams, support delivery, and ensure adherence to standards and brand guidelines.

Requirements

  • Experience of analysis, IT system design and/or software development (essential)
  • In depth application knowledge (desirable)
  • Experience of UML (desirable)
  • ITIL awareness (desirable)
  • Experience of Agile development methodology (desirable)

Responsibilities

  • We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Applications Designer to join the Solution Design team on a permanent basis. In this role, you’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to design, prototype and guide the delivery of elegant solutions that meet the needs of the user, comply with our design principles, and fall within brand guidelines. You’ll communicate design solutions to delivery teams and stakeholders, supporting problem solving, gaining consensus, and helping to facilitate the build process. You’ll play a leading role in supporting both technical design processes and embedding the culture of good user experience, where appropriate, whilst ensuring the solution remains fit for purpose. You’ll ensure solutions meet business and system requirements and are successfully transitioned into business-as-usual.
  • As an IT Applications Designer, you’ll understand, evaluate and challenge IT system requirements from Subject Matter Experts and Business Analysts to ensure that they are complete and provide sufficient clarity to produce fit-for-purpose low-level solution design documents and enable accurate IT solution development estimates. You’ll outline all potential solution options and make reasoned recommendations as to the suitability of options to ensure the Solution Designers are fully prepared to enable evidence-based decisions at the relevant boards.
  • You’ll create, document, and maintain design collateral which meets the business objectives, align with architectural blueprints, design principles, and fall within brand guidelines and ensure designs adhere to documented design patterns and follow templates, standards and governance frameworks set out by the Solution Design function.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format, with up to 80% homeworking available and 20% in Stratford-upon-Avon.

What role does the IT Applications Designer play?

The IT Applications Designer works closely with internal teams and external partners to design, prototype, and guide the delivery of IT applications that meet user needs and comply with design principles.

What experience is required for the IT Applications Designer position?

Experience in analysis, IT system design, and/or software development is essential. In-depth application knowledge and experience with UML, ITIL awareness, and Agile development methodology are desirable.

What benefits and rewards are offered for this role?

Benefits include an annual salary up to £50,000, annual bonus up to 17.5%, a contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, health and well-being plans, employee volunteering, and more.

What is the location of the office for this position?

The position is based at the Ryon Hill office in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.

Who is managing the vacancy for this role?

The vacancy is managed by Jason Batts.

What company values are emphasized in the job description?

The company values inclusivity, diversity, and a supportive culture, emphasizing the importance of doing the right thing for customers and employees.

Are there opportunities for personal development in this role?

Yes, the company offers opportunities for growth and development, fostering an environment where employees can empower and inspire each other to perform.

What is NFU Mutual’s recognition in the workplace?

NFU Mutual has received several accolades including the Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2024 award, and they are recognized in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List and Glassdoor Best Places to Work UK Lists for 2023 and 2024.

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NFU Mutual

For more than a century,  we have provided quality insurance to customers, their families, and their businesses

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1910
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At NFU Mutual, we do things differently. We take the time to understand the needs of our customers, offering personal face-to-face service through more than 295 Agency offices nationwide. And, because we’re a mutual, the people that matter to us most are our customers. When we started in 1910, our aim was to encourage farmers around Stratford-upon-Avon into the newly established farming union through cost price insurance. Before long, the business expanded beyond it's Midlands home, establishing branches across the United Kingdom. As farming diversified, so did we. Growing beyond agricultural insurance we used our life assurance, investments and pensions expertise to provide individuals and businesses with our renowned customer service. Today, our people continue to build relationships with their local communities, taking the time to understand their individual needs so that we can offer the insurance cover appropriate to them.

Benefits

  • Between 25 and 28 days' holiday

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Life assurance cover of four times salary

  • Company performance related annual bonus

  • Private medical insurance

  • Company car (for certain roles)