Developer Manager

Commercial Services Group; West Malling; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25d

Birthday day off

Concessionary day off

Life assurance 4x

Pension 6% employer

Retail discounts

Health plan

Cycle to work

Volunteer days

CSG Academy

Hybrid working

Job summary

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is seeking an experienced software development leader to guide the Technology team's transformation. You will mentor engineers, shape engineering standards, and drive delivery excellence across a major technology transformation programme.

Based in West Malling with hybrid working, you will collaborate with Architecture, Product and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality .NET solutions on Azure and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and developing software development teams.
• Strong knowledge of modern .NET technologies and Azure platforms.
• Experience improving development processes, engineering standards and delivery capability.
• Ability to lead teams through change and transformation programmes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of software developers to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Managing development delivery activities, including planning, quality assurance and release management.
• Supporting the adoption of modern engineering practices, development tools and delivery standards.
• Working closely with Architecture, Product and Technology colleagues to deliver strategic priorities.
• Building effective relationships with external delivery partners to maximise capability and knowledge sharing.
• Driving improvements in team performance, ways of working and development processes.
• Supporting the adoption of cloud technologies and AI-assisted development tools.
• Creating an environment where colleagues can grow, develop and succeed.

Skills

Software team leadership

.NET technologies

Azure platforms

Change management

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Location: Kings Hill, West Malling / Hybrid Remote (on-site approximately twice per month, with increased attendance during onboarding and probation)

Salary/package: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum

Contract type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Shape the future of software development at CSG

You will be a trusted and valued leader within our Technology team, playing a key role in transforming how software development is delivered across Commercial Services Group. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, with real visibility, autonomy and responsibility.

This role would suit an experienced software development leader who enjoys developing people, improving ways of working and driving positive change. You\'ll have the opportunity to influence engineering standards, team culture and delivery practices while supporting a significant technology transformation programme.

Who we are

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is one of the UK\'s largest local authority-owned trading organisations, operating 35+ businesses across education, energy, IT, procurement, HR and more.

With over 1,700 employees, our ambition is to create value and impact for every customer, every day.

Our mission is simple. We support the delivery of better public services to help people live, learn and thrive. This purpose underpins everything we do.

A significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services, enabling us to combine commercial performance with meaningful social value.

Why this role matters

You will play a key role in leading the Development Team through a period of significant transformation, ensuring modern engineering practices, delivery excellence and continuous improvement are embedded across the function.

This is a role where leadership, technical expertise and collaboration are essential, with responsibility for developing people, improving delivery standards and helping shape the future direction of software development across the organisation.

What you\'ll be doing

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of software developers to deliver high-quality outcomes

• Managing development delivery activities, including planning, quality assurance and release management

• Supporting the adoption of modern engineering practices, development tools and delivery standards

• Working closely with Architecture, Product and Technology colleagues to deliver strategic priorities

• Building effective relationships with external delivery partners to maximise capability and knowledge sharing

• Driving improvements in team performance, ways of working and development processes

• Supporting the adoption of cloud technologies and AI-assisted development tools

• Creating an environment where colleagues can grow, develop and succeed

What we\'re looking for

• Proven experience leading and developing software development teams

• Strong knowledge of modern .NET technologies and Azure platforms

• Experience improving development processes, engineering standards and delivery capability

• The ability to lead teams through change and transformation programmes

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Experience working collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach

What you\’ll get in return

• Salary of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service

• Birthday Day Off

• One Concessionary Day off during the Christmas Period

• Life assurance cover (4x salary)

• Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

• Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme

• Volunteer days and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme

• Tailored development support with real opportunities to progress

• Access to Learning & Development opportunities via our CSG Academy

• Flexible remote hybrid working with occasional travel to Kings Hill and other locations as required

Why CSG?

CSG is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £700 million in revenue per annum and supporting more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally.

We are growing through a combination of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 35+ businesses deliver services across education, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and more, all focused on delivering meaningful impact.

As a locally owned organisation, we take pride in reinvesting a significant proportion of our profits into frontline services, helping strengthen the communities we serve.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

As a member of Inclusive Employers with Silver Accreditation, we are actively building an environment that supports inclusion, flexibility and belonging for all colleagues.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.