Job Reference: BBBH75594
Job Duration:
Start date: 10/03/2025
Description:
Enterprise Applications Manager
Location: London with some travel to Manchester
Salary: Up to £55,000Our client, a leading organisation in the higher education sector, is seeking an experienced Enterprise Applications Manager tooversee the management, support, and enhancement of their enterprise applications portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for an IT leader with strong application management experience or an IT Manager who has managed a broad IT function.
Role Overview:
The Enterprise Applications Manager will be responsible for the management of 35+ and growing applications, ensuring seamless operation, enhancement, and integration of SaaS-based solutions across Student Management, HR, and Finance. This individual will lead a UK-based team of around 15 members, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to drivedigital transformation and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the management, maintenance, and development ofenterprise applications, including Thesis, Zoho, Moodle, Eventmap, and Azure-based solutions.
* Lead a team of 15 IT professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
* Ensure system availability, performance, and security, taking ownership of incident management and release processes.
* Manage relationships with business units and IT stakeholders, translating business needs into technical solutions.
* Develop and execute strategic application roadmaps, ensuring alignment with the organisation's digital objectives.
* Provide hands-on support, including coding and technical troubleshooting, when necessary.
* Drive innovation by learning new systems and functionalities quickly, identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* A BA/BS degree (preferred) and extensive relevant work experience.
* Provenexperience in enterprise application management, IT management, or a similar leadership role.
* Strong understanding of SaaSapplications within Student Management, HR, and Finance.
* Expertise in Azure and cloud-based integrations.
* Hands-on coding experience with the ability to support development and troubleshooting.
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with theability to collaborate across departments.
* Strong project management and team leadership capabilities.
Why Join Our Client?
* Opportunity to work with a growing application portfolio in a dynamic sector.
* Lead and mentor a team of skilled ITprofessionals.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* A chance to drive digital transformation and innovation.
Ifyou are an experienced IT professional with a passion for enterprise applications and a strong blend of technical and leadership skills, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience by clicking APPLY
Our client is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.
Industry: IT
Salary: £50000 - £55000 per annum
Salary Benefits:
Vacancy Type: Permanent
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Contact Name: Vicky Hockley
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