Average Application Analyst salary in London

Application Analyst (Technical) - Application ModernisationLondon Market InsuranceLocation: London EC3 (Hybrid - 2 Days Office / 3 Days Remote)Contract: Initial 4-6 Month Contract with Likely ExtensionsRate: £370 per dayIR35 Status: Inside IR35Start Date: ASAPAbout the OpportunityOur client, a leading London Market Insurance Group, is seeking an experienced Application Analyst (Technical) to join a major application modernisation programme.This role will focus on the discovery, assessment and transformation of legacy business-critical applications, supporting their migration into modern .NET-based solutions hosted within Azure and OpenShift/containerised environments.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded analyst who enjoys understanding legacy applications, identifying dependencies and risks, and helping shape technology modernisation strategies that align business and technical objectives.You will work closely with application owners, business stakeholders, architects, developers, infrastructure teams and DevOps specialists to support decision-making throughout the application modernisation lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct detailed technical discovery and assessment of legacy applications.Analyse applications developed using technologies including Excel/VBA, MS Access, VB/VB6 and PowerBuilder.Document application functionality, architecture, integrations, interfaces, data flows and dependencies.Engage with business users and application owners to understand operational processes, application usage and business criticality.Identify technical debt, risks, support requirements and modernisation challenges.Gather and document both technical and functional requirements.Evaluate modernisation approaches including:Re-engineeringRe-platformingApplication replacementConsolidationRetirementSupport the design of future-state solutions leveraging .NET, Azure and OpenShift technologies.Produce high-quality assessment reports, technical documentation and recommendations.Work collaboratively with architecture, development and DevOps teams throughout migration, testing and deployment activities.Essential Skills & ExperienceThe successful candidate will have:Proven experience as an Application Analyst, Technical Analyst, Application Consultant or similar technically focused role.Strong background in application discovery, technical assessment and legacy application modernisation programmes.Hands-on experience assessing and documenting applications built using one or more of the following technologies:Excel/VBAMS AccessVB/VB6PowerBuilderGood understanding of modern .NET application architectures.Experience or exposure to Azure cloud platforms and/or OpenShift container environments.Strong understanding of application architecture, APIs, databases, integrations and system dependencies.Excellent analytical, documentation and requirements-gathering skills.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across both technical and non-technical audiences.Ability to translate technical findings into clear business-focused recommendations.Important - Please Only Apply If You Can Clearly Demonstrate The FollowingYour CV should clearly evidence:A minimum of four years' experience as an Application Analyst, Technical Analyst or similar applications-focused technical role.Proven experience carrying out technical discovery and assessment of legacy applications.Hands-on experience analysing at least one of the following technologies:Excel/VBAMS AccessVB/VB6PowerBuilderExperience contributing to application modernisation, migration or transformation programmes.Knowledge of .NET applications and modernisation approaches.Exposure to Azure and/or OpenShift environments.Strong documentation skills, including the production of application assessments, technical reports and recommendations.The ability to discuss specific examples of the above experience in detail at interview.Applications that do not clearly demonstrate technical discovery, legacy application assessment and modernisation experience are unlikely to be shortlisted.Ideal CandidateYou will be a technically credible Application Analyst capable of bridging the gap between legacy applications, business processes and modern platforms.You will bring a consultative approach, strong technical assessment capabilities and the ability to provide meaningful insight and recommendations that support successful application modernisation initiatives.Please NoteThis role is specifically focused on technical application discovery and legacy application assessment.Candidates whose experience is primarily within Business Analysis, Project Management or functional change environments, without demonstrable hands-on experience in technical application assessment and modernisation activities, are unlikely to be suitable for this opportunity.ApplyIf you have experience in application discovery, legacy technology assessment, application modernisation and cloud-based transformation initiatives, I would be keen to hear from you.Please apply with an up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant technical application assessment, legacy modernisation and cloud platform experience.

Quest Search & Selection are partnering with a well-established, multi-site retail business to recruit an ERP Applications Manager, to oversee a major technology transformation, supporting the transition from legacy systems to a new ERP platform while maintaining the stability of existing business applications. The role will lead a team of Analysts and oversee key ERP implementation activities including requirements, UAT, training, and data migration. Working closely with business stakeholders and wider IT teams, this is a key leadership opportunity to drive long-term transformation while ensuring business continuity throughout the transition.This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing IT team, playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing technology across head office, distribution, and retail locations.Key Responsibilities of ERP Applications Manager:Support the local ERP implementation and coordinate UAT, training and data migration.Oversee the support, maintenance, and stability of critical legacy applications.Lead and develop the Business Applications team, ensuring effective performance and delivery.Manage application governance, Change Control, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity.Ensure compliance with financial, legal, regulatory and procurement requirements.Support Capex/Opex budgeting and drive cost efficiencies across the application portfolio.Manage vendor relationships, contracts and third-party service providers.To be successful in this ERP Applications Manager:Minimum 4 years' IT management experience, ideally within a multi-site retail environment.Hands-on experience managing and supporting enterprise applications, including ERP, WMS and OMS.Oracle Retail experience is highly desirable.Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Experience supporting and transitioning legacy systems during major technology migrations.Good knowledge of enterprise architecture, system integrations, APIs, ETL and data governance.Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Benefits of ERP Applications Manager: Hybrid -4 days in office Healthcare Annual leavesPension Career growth If you're looking to join a that help shape the future of a growing IT environment, and you have the right exeperince for ERP Applications Manager is the role for you we'd love to hear from you. Please apply job no. JO-We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Quest Search & Selection are partnering with a well-established, multi-site retail business to recruit an ERP Applications Manager, to oversee a major technology transformation, supporting the transition from legacy systems to a new ERP platform while maintaining the stability of existing business applications. The role will lead a team of Analysts and oversee key ERP implementation activities including requirements, UAT, training, and data migration. Working closely with business stakeholders and wider IT teams, this is a key leadership opportunity to drive long-term transformation while ensuring business continuity throughout the transition.This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing IT team, playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing technology across head office, distribution, and retail locations.Key Responsibilities of ERP Applications Manager:Support the local ERP implementation and coordinate UAT, training and data migration.Oversee the support, maintenance, and stability of critical legacy applications.Lead and develop the Business Applications team, ensuring effective performance and delivery.Manage application governance, Change Control, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity.Ensure compliance with financial, legal, regulatory and procurement requirements.Support Capex/Opex budgeting and drive cost efficiencies across the application portfolio.Manage vendor relationships, contracts and third-party service providers.To be successful in this ERP Applications Manager:Minimum 4 years' IT management experience, ideally within a multi-site retail environment.Hands-on experience managing and supporting enterprise applications, including ERP, WMS and OMS.Oracle Retail experience is highly desirable.Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Experience supporting and transitioning legacy systems during major technology migrations.Good knowledge of enterprise architecture, system integrations, APIs, ETL and data governance.Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Benefits of ERP Applications Manager: Hybrid -4 days in office Annual leavesPension Career growth If you're looking to join a that help shape the future of a growing IT environment, and you have the right exeperince for ERP Applications Manager is the role for you we'd love to hear from you. Please apply job no. JO-2609-115523We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.