IT Applications Change Manager

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Applications Change Manager to join our team!

As IT Applications Change Manager, you will lead the IT applications team and be accountable for the operation, maintenance, delivery, and support of the business applications. You will be responsible for developing the applications strategy and roadmap, managing the lifecycle of software applications, ensuring they support the business effectively and align with strategic objectives. In addition, you will be responsible for line managing an IT Trainer, responsible for designing, documenting and delivering training to ensure colleagues have the necessary technical skills to perform their roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IT applications team and be accountable for the operation, maintenance, delivery, and support of business applications.
• Develop the applications strategy and roadmap; manage the lifecycle of software applications to support business objectives.
• Ensure applications align with strategic objectives and deliver efficient business support.
• Line-manage an IT Trainer and oversee the design, documentation, and delivery of training.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of IT applications.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage performance, and foster a positive working environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to think strategically about technology and how it can be used to drive business objectives.
• Keep abreast of latest developments in the sector around applications and cloud services to ensure the best tools and practices are adopted.
• Extensive experience in an IT Applications role.
• ITIL Certification.
• Project management qualification (Prince2 or Agile).
• Experience of managing teams.

What's in it for you?

• SMART working arrangements.
• Holiday entitlement: 30 days plus UK bank holidays, with an additional 5 days after five years' service. Part-time employees receive pro rata entitlement.
• Ability to purchase up to an additional 5 days of leave per year.
• Quality defined contribution pension scheme, with salary sacrifice and RBH matches contributions up to 8%.
• Healthcare - automatic enrolment into a health care cash plan, covering optical and dental costs, consultation fees and physio, among others.
• Access to Employment Assistance Programme with 24-hour confidential counselling for personal and work-related issues.
• Plus, many more benefits.

Please refer to the attached Job Description upon completing your application.

Please note, we will be reviewing and shortlisting throughout the duration of this role and we could close early; therefore, we recommend an early application.