Helen Ward
About Helen Ward
Helen Ward is a Senior Business Analyst at Made Tech with a diverse background in business analysis, product ownership, and education.
Current Company
Helen Ward presently holds the position of Senior Business Analyst at Made Tech. In her role, she champions the implementation of agile methodologies to enhance customer-centric development. Her work at Made Tech focuses on driving innovation and improving business processes through effective analysis and agile project management.
Career Background
Helen Ward's career spans diverse roles in both the education and technology sectors. She has held significant positions at various organizations, including Definition Health, Capgemini, The Student Room Group, University of Sussex, Sussex Police, EDF Energy, 7thSense Design, and Extech. Her work ranged from business analysis and product ownership to senior lecturing and tutoring in computing. This diversity has equipped her with a broad skill set and a versatile approach to business and product analysis.
Education and Qualifications
Helen Ward has a solid educational background with a Bachelor's degree in ICT with Education from the University of Chichester and a PGCE in Teacher Education and Professional Development from the University of Brighton. These qualifications have provided her with a strong foundation in both education and professional development, supporting her various roles in business analysis and product ownership.
Public Sector Experience
Helen Ward has significant experience in the public sector, having worked with Sussex Police as a Business Intelligence and Business Analyst as well as with West Sussex County Council as a Product Owner: Lead IS Training and Development Officer. These roles involved integrating innovative solutions and managing business intelligence projects to enhance public sector operations and services.
Teaching and Educational Roles
Helen Ward has a notable background in education, having served as a Senior Lecturer and Tutor in Computing at Northbrook College Sussex for six years and as an A-level Coordinator and Lecturer at Worthing College. She has also worked at Chichester College in various capacities, including Specialist IT Training and Support and Additional Support Assistant, further showcasing her expertise in educational development and training.