Software Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Central Government organisation is seeking an interim Software Operations Manager for a 6-month contract. The role offers hybrid working with a daily rate up to £500, requiring extensive experience in software management and operational delivery within governmental frameworks.

Qualifications

• Outstanding knowledge and experience in managing software tools and digital projects.
• Experience in public sector and government processes.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Manage software tools and digital projects in large/complex organisations.
• Drive effective decision-making using accurate data.
• Gather requirements and prioritize requests from multiple teams.

Skills

Business management

Collaboration

Operational delivery

Problem solving

Change management

Project management

Agile methodologies

Administration

IT skills

Attention to detail

Education

SC clearance preferred

Job description

Job Title: Software Operations Manager

Organisation: Central Government Organisation

Location: London, Manchester, or Bristol (Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the office)

Allen Lane is supporting a prestigious Central Government organisation in their search for an interim Software Operations Manager for a 6-month contract at up to £500 per day (Inside IR35).

Applicants with SC clearance are preferred. The ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding knowledge and experience in:

• Business management (procurement, planning, reporting), especially managing software tools and digital projects in large/complex organisations.
• Collaboration and operational delivery, including requirements gathering, problem solving, prioritising requests from multiple teams (including senior management), and managing critical suppliers through accurate Management Information and performance management.
• Managing multiple initiatives concurrently and in a timely manner, including through others.
• Driving effective decision-making using accurate and concise data.
• Change and project management, including agile methodologies.
• Understanding of public sector and government processes.
• Administration, IT skills (especially Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel), and support skills with strong attention to detail.
• Constructively challenging colleagues.

A full job description with detailed duties and responsibilities is available.