Hiring and Sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers (SOC Code 2133)

IT Business Analysts; Architects and Systems Designers, classified under SOC Code 2133, are integral to the IT and business landscape, serving as the bridge between technology and client needs. They perform critical functions to ensure efficient operations and the effective use of IT resources in organizations. 

• Client Liaison: Engages with internal and external clients to analyze business procedures and clarify their requirements.
• Scope Definition: Defines the scope of existing software, hardware, and network provisions, ensuring alignment with client needs.
• Feasibility Studies: Conducts feasibility studies for major IT developments, assessing costs and benefits, and presenting findings to clients.
• Emerging Technologies: Communicates the impact of emerging technologies to clients and recommends the potential integration of new tech solutions.
• Procurement Advice: Offers advice and assistance on the procurement, provision, delivery, installation, maintenance, and effective use of IT systems.
• Business Analysis: Examines existing business models and data flows to design functional specifications and test plans for new systems tailored to client requirements.
• Network Monitoring: Researches, analyzes, evaluates, and monitors network infrastructure and performance to optimize the IT landscape.
• System Implementation: Works closely with clients to implement new systems, ensuring smooth transitions and user satisfaction.

With the increasing reliance on technology in today’s business environment, the demand for skilled IT business analysts and systems designers is rising. This guide will assist HR professionals in navigating the process of hiring and sponsoring these critical roles under the UK’s immigration system.

What is SOC Code 3411 for IT business analysts; architects and systems designers?

SOC Code 2133 refers to IT business analysts, architects, and systems designers who play a vital role in bridging the gap between technology and business needs. Their responsibilities can include:

• Client Liaison: Engaging with internal and external clients to analyze business procedures, clarify requirements, and define the scope of existing software, hardware, and network provisions.
• Feasibility Studies: Conducting assessments for major IT developments, evaluating costs and benefits, and presenting proposals to clients.
• Technology Impact Communication: Explaining the implications of emerging technologies to clients and advising on the potential introduction of new technologies.
• Procurement Assistance: Providing guidance and support in the procurement, provision, delivery, installation, maintenance, and use of IT systems and their environments.
• Business Model Examination: Analyzing existing business models and data flows to create functional specifications and test plans for new systems aligned with client needs.
• Network Evaluation: Researching, analyzing, evaluating, and monitoring network infrastructure and performance.
• System Implementation: Collaborating closely with clients to successfully implement new systems.

IT business analysts, architects, and systems designers are essential to the effective utilization of technology in organizations, ensuring that IT solutions align with business goals and drive operational efficiency.

Eligibility to Hire IT business analysts; architects and systems designers (SOC Code 3411)

1. Job Requirements

IT Business Analysts, Architects, and Systems Designers must possess a blend of analytical skills, technical knowledge, and communication abilities. Key qualifications and experience criteria include:

• Educational Background: A degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications can be an asset.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in business analysis, systems design, or IT consultancy, ideally within similar industries.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing and designing software, hardware, and network systems, as well as a strong understanding of relevant methodologies and technologies.
• Business Acumen: Ability to analyze business procedures, identify client requirements, and clarify the scope of existing IT provisions.
• Feasibility Studies: Experience in conducting feasibility studies for major IT developments, including cost-benefit analysis, and presenting proposals to clients.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effectively liaising with clients, articulating the impact of emerging technologies, and advising on technology adoption.
• Systems Implementation: Proven track record of working closely with clients to implement new systems, providing guidance on procurement, installation, and maintenance.
• Data Flow Analysis: Expertise in examining existing business models and data flows, designing functional specifications, and creating test plans to ensure systems meet client needs.
• Network Performance Monitoring: Knowledge of evaluating and monitoring network infrastructure to optimize performance.

Ensure that your experience and qualifications align with SOC Code 2133 and that your expertise meets the expectations for this role.

1. Salary Thresholds
2. Use the Minimum Salary Calculator to ensure your salary offer meets immigration requirements.

Sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers: A Step-by-Step Guide for HR Professionals

Once you’ve confirmed that the role and candidate meet the eligibility requirements, follow this step-by-step guide to sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers under SOC Code 2133.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK IT business analysts; architects and systems designers, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas IT business analysts; architects and systems designers under the Skilled Worker Visa program.

• Sponsor Licence Application: Submit documentation proving that your business is legitimate and has a genuine vacancy. Visit the sponsor licence application guide for more information. 
• Sponsor Licence Fees: Small businesses typically pay £574, while larger institutions pay £1,579. For more information, visit the sponsor licence fees guide. 
• Processing Time: Applications typically take up to 8 weeks, but using the Sponsor Licence Priority Service can reduce the processing time to 10 working days.

Once your sponsor licence is approved, you will receive a sponsor licence number, which allows you to assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Step 2: Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Once you have your sponsor licence, the next step is to assign a CoS to the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for IT business analysts; architects and systems designers applying from outside the UK, and an Undefined CoS for those already in the UK. Learn more in the Defined & Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship guide. 
• Required Documents: Provide details such as the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers’s portfolio, passport and job offer. Refer to Documents Required for Certificate of Sponsorship for a full list of necessary documents.

Step 3: Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa

Once the CoS is issued, the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers can apply for the Skilled Worker Visa.

• Visa Fees: Fees vary depending on the role and visa length—use the visa fees calculator to estimate the costs. 
• Immigration Skills Charge: Employers are required to pay this charge as part of sponsoring non-UK workers. This is separate from visa fees.

Conducting a Right to Work Check for IT business analysts; architects and systems designers

Before the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers begins working, you must conduct a right to work check to ensure they are legally allowed to work in the UK.

• Manual Right to Work Check: Verify original documents such as the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers holds an eVisa, you can use the UK government’s online system to verify their right-to-work status.

For more details on how to perform these checks, see the right to work check guide.

Post-Hiring Responsibilities and Compliance

1. Record-Keeping and Reporting  
2. • Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the IT business analysts; architects and systems designers’s role—such as promotions or salary increases—via the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
3. Sponsor Licence Duties and Compliance
4. Failure to comply with your sponsor licence duties can result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation, impacting your ability to sponsor future IT business analysts; architects and systems designerss.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers

Sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers under SOC Code 2133 can be a complex process, but Borderless can simplify it for you. We offer comprehensive support to help you manage the entire sponsorship process.

End-to-End Sponsorship Support

At Borderless, we assist with:

• Sponsor Licence Application: Guiding you through the application process and ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly. 
• Certificate of Sponsorship Assignment: Streamlining the CoS process to make hiring easier. 
• Compliance Management: Helping you stay compliant with immigration laws to avoid penalties.

If you need assistance with hiring or sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring IT business analysts; architects and systems designers under SOC Code 2133 can be a rewarding way to enrich the cultural landscape of your organisation. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully navigate the sponsorship process while ensuring compliance with UK immigration laws.

For further guidance, Borderless is ready to assist you with all your sponsorship needs. Contact us for expert advice.