Manager/Deputy Application support automation

Anchor Search Group Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Search Group Pte Ltd. is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead Application Support & Automation, owning end-to-end BAU support for core enterprise applications and driving a shift-left digital transformation with an AI-powered L1 agent.

You will define knowledge frameworks, oversee L2 escalation, and ensure ITIL-aligned service processes while partnering with security, vendors, and business units to optimize deflection rates and user satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 6–10 years in application support or ITSM with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience implementing support automation, chatbots, or virtual agents.
• Proficiency with major ITSM platforms and ITIL-aligned service frameworks.
• ITIL Foundation certification required; ITIL Managing Professional or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the core support function for enterprise business applications, guaranteeing high system availability, stability, and adherence to SLAs.
• Act as the L2 escalation authority for complex application inquiries, coordinating troubleshooting across stakeholders and vendors.
• Oversee application administration, including user access governance, patch coordination, release support, and health monitoring.
• Drive remediation of vulnerability findings (VAPT) with security, infra, and vendor partners.
• Manage application enhancements, UAT, and ITIL-aligned incident, problem, and change management.
• Architect and execute the roadmap for deploying an AI-powered L1 support agent to deflect common tickets and improve self-service.

Skills

ITSM

Leadership

Automation

Knowledge management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira Service Management

Freshservice

Job description

Our client, an established regional leader in supply chain and logistics operations, is seeking a strategic Deputy Manager - Application Support & Automation . This role owns the end-to-end support model for core enterprise business applications, balancing reliable business-as-usual (BAU) operations with a major "shift-left" digital transformation. The mandate focuses on deploying an AI-powered L1 support agent utilizing structured knowledge catalogues to automate common resolutions and continuously optimize self-service coverage.

Key Responsibilities

Application Support Management (BAU / L2)

• Manage the core support function for enterprise business applications, guaranteeing high system availability, stability, and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Act as the L2 escalation authority for complex application inquiries, coordinating troubleshooting efforts across internal stakeholders and technology vendors.
• Oversee application administration, including user access governance, configuration, patch coordination, release support, and routine system health monitoring.
• Drive timely remediation of vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT) findings in collaboration with security, infrastructure, and vendor partners.
• Manage application enhancements, upgrades, user acceptance testing (UAT), and structured ITIL-aligned service processes (incident, problem, and change management).

L1 AI Support Agent Strategy & Delivery

• Architect and execute the roadmap for deploying an AI-powered L1 support agent designed to deflect common service desk tickets.
• Establish comprehensive knowledge frameworks featuring troubleshooting guides, FAQs, decision trees, and automated resolution scripts.
• Define precise scoping, escalation thresholds, and seamless handover protocols between automated AI handling and human L2 specialists.
• Monitor performance indicators including deflection rates, first-contact resolution (FCR), escalation quality, and end-user satisfaction.
• Manage vendor partnerships, platform budgets, and service delivery associated with the AI support solution.

Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Management

• Institutionalize a structured feedback loop that converts resolved L2 incidents into reusable knowledge assets for the AI support tier.
• Author, review, and maintain knowledge base (KB) articles to expand overall organizational self-service capabilities.
• Track shift-left metrics, knowledge coverage growth, and reduction in repeat escalations.
• Lead problem management activities by identifying recurring root causes and driving corrective actions, automation opportunities, and permanent fixes.

Stakeholder & Change Management

• Partner with business unit leaders to identify operational bottlenecks and prioritize service and automation improvements.
• Drive adoption of AI and self-service capabilities through targeted communications, training sessions, and organizational change management frameworks.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and automation across the support function.

Key Requirements & Professional Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent disciplines.
• 6 to 10 years of professional experience in application support or IT Service Management (ITSM), with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Proven track record implementing support automation, chatbots, or virtual agents (e.g., ServiceNow Virtual Agent, Microsoft Copilot Studio, or LLM-based solutions).
• Strong hands-on proficiency with major ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, Freshservice) and ITIL-aligned service frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in knowledge management: building runbooks, KB frameworks, and structured resolution content.
• Certifications: ITIL Foundation certification required; ITIL Managing Professional or equivalent credentials preferred.