Systems Analysis Manager

Systems Analysis Manager

Who we are

Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.

Description

Location: Craigavon

Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week

Business Unit: Central Services

Open To: Internal & External Candidates

Ref No: HRJOB11884

Salary: Competitive

The Opportunity

To lead, mentor and supervise a team of Systems Analysts (at various levels) in the efficient and effective delivery of solution design and functional specifications for Almac Information Services, ensuring that focus is on a quality deliverable throughout the entire software development lifecycle.

To motivate and inspire their team by creating an environment that promotes positive communication, encourages bonding of team members, and demonstrates flexibility.

“Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac”

What you need to be successful

· Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full-time employment in the UK.

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related field.

· Significant’ experience in a Systems Analysis, Business Analysis or related analytical role.

· Experience of software delivery activities within a GxP / pharmaceutical / other regulated environment.

· Demonstrable experience of leading, supervising or line-managing a team of analysts or related professionals.

· A record of being able to coach and mentor other team members to get the best from them.

· Experience of contributing to strategy, KPIs and continuous improvement of an analytical function.

· Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle across both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

· Ability to communicate functional and technical information and ideas clearly and concisely to non-technical staff at all levels.

· Experience working with commercial off the shelf solutions and vendor engagement.

Further information

For further information on essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to the online job posting.

Additional information

This role is office-based for the first 6 months. Following successful completion of this period, employees may apply for hybrid working in line with company policy.

How to apply

Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Thursday 1 October 2026.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.