Application Support Engineer

Orla Rose Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training and technical development

Opportunity to work in a fast‑paced environment

Job summary

Orla Rose Associates is looking for an Application Support Engineer to support back office trading applications within a leading financial services organisation. The role demands strong SQL skills and experience in multi-tiered Windows-based applications.

You'll act as the main contact for software vendors, ensuring efficient management of applications and their lifecycle. A collaborative and dynamic environment awaits the successful candidate.

Join a high-performing IT team with excellent training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Application Support within Financial Services.
• Good understanding of operations, particularly in trading applications.
• Ability to act independently and communicate complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support back office trading applications ensuring smooth operations.
• Coordinate the full product lifecycle with software vendors.
• Oversee change management and governance processes.

Skills

Strong SQL and database skills

Proven scripting experience (e.g. VB/VBA, PowerShell)

Excellent communication skills

Solid experience with Windows-based applications

Ability to influence stakeholders

Tools

VisualCron

SFTP connectivity

Job description

Our client is a leading international financial services organisation specialising in commodities derivatives trading. They offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where technology and business intersect to deliver innovative, high-performance solutions.

The Role

We’re seeking an Application Support Engineer with the primary responsibility of supporting back office trading applications to ensure that the organisation’s technology solutions run smoothly and continue to evolve with the needs of the business.

Reporting to the Head of IT, this is a highly visible role that bridges technical operations, vendor management and business support. You’ll take ownership of applications across their lifecycle, from vendor engagement through to implementation, ongoing support and enhancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Point of contact for software vendors and coordinate the full product lifecycle.
• Provide hands‑on application and software support for both in‑house and third‑party systems.
• Work with stakeholders to define requirements, budgets, and delivery criteria for new and existing solutions.
• Oversee and enforce change management and governance processes.
• Support software configuration, testing, release management and documentation.
• Produce and maintain clear system documentation and training materials.

About You

Experience within an Application Support role within a Financial Services business, supporting trading applications with a good understanding of operations. A self‑starter who combines technical depth with business acumen. You can communicate complex information clearly, influence stakeholders and make decisions confidently.

• Strong SQL and database skills.
• Solid experience supporting multi‑tiered Windows‑based applications.
• Proven scripting experience (e.g. VB/VBA, PowerShell) for automation or troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with enterprise scheduling systems (VisualCron).
• Experience with SFTP connectivity and system integrations.
• Understanding of change control and release management within a regulated or corporate environment.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to act independently in time‑critical scenarios.

Why Apply

• Join a tight‑knit, high‑performing IT team supporting enterprise‑grade systems.
• Excellent training and technical development
• Opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, globally connected environment.