IT Applications Change Manager

Rochdale Boroughwide Housing; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local housing organization in England is seeking an IT Applications Change Manager to lead the applications team and oversee all business applications. Responsibilities include strategy development, lifecycle management of applications, and team leadership to ensure optimal support. Candidates should possess extensive IT applications knowledge along with ITIL and project management certifications. Key benefits include generous holiday entitlement and a health care cash plan.

Benefits

SMART working arrangements

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Employment Assistance Programme

Responsibilities

• Lead the IT applications team.
• Accountable for operation and support of business applications.
• Develop applications strategy and roadmap.
• Manage software applications lifecycle.
• Supervise IT Trainer for technical skill development.

Skills

Knowledge of IT applications

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Experience in IT Applications

ITIL Certification

Project management (Prince2/Agile)

Management experience

Job description

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, making sure they support the business efficiently and align with the strategic objectives. In addition to this you will also be responsible for the line management of an IT Trainer, responsible for designing, documenting and delivering training, making sure colleagues are equipped with the necessary technical skills to perform their roles.

What we are looking for

What we are looking for?

• 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, with the 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 ensuring 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?

As an RBH employee, you will receive a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• SMART working arrangements
• Holiday entitlement - 30 days holiday plus all UK bank holidays, with an additional 5 days after completion of five years' service. Part time employees will receive a pro rata entitlement
• Ability to purchase up to an additional 5 days leave per year
• A quality defined contribution pension scheme, with salary exchange and RBH matches your contributions up to 8%
• Healthcare - automatic enrolment into a health care cash plan, covering optical and dental costs, consultation fees and physio to name but a few
• You will also have access to our Employment Assistance Programme with a 24-hour confidential counselling support for both personal and work-related issues
• Plus, many more

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.