Business Systems Manager

We are looking for an experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the development, delivery and optimisation of core business systems within a forward-thinking organisation.This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring systems align with strategic objectives, supporting operational excellence, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the business.You'll act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, driving innovation, improving processes, and delivering high-impact technology solutions.

As our Business Systems Manager, you will: -

• Lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of business systems and applications
• Ensure systems align with organisational and IT strategy
• Deliver business intelligence and reporting solutions to support decision-making
• Manage system life cycle, including upgrades, maintenance, performance and vendor relationships
• Oversee ICT projects, ensuring delivery to scope, time, budget and quality standards
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to enhance systems and processes
• Support regulatory and statutory reporting requirements and compliance frameworks
• Develop robust data protection, security, and business continuity practices
• Lead, coach and develop a small team of technical specialists
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation

You will be a proactive and strategic IT leader with strong technical and stakeholder management capability. If you possess a combination of the following skills, then LET'S TALK!

• Proven experience managing or leading business systems / applications teams
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft business applications, Windows Server, SQL Server and BI tools
• Experience delivering complex IT projects and change initiatives
• Ability to translate technical concepts into clear business outcomes
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including working with senior leaders
• Knowledge of GDPR and data protection practices
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and communication skills

The following would be advantageous but not essential: -

• Experience within a complex or regulated environment
• Certifications such as PRINCE2, VMware (VCP), MCSE, CCNA
• Knowledge of high availability systems, disaster recovery and enterprise architecture

In return, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary (circa £60k), a generous pension scheme -16.5% employer contribution, hybrid work (typically 60% on-site) and the opportunity to shape and influence systems strategy in a collaborative and forward-looking environment.

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