Excellent opportunity to make a real contribution in Public Sector.
About Our Client
Birmingham - Bristol - Swindon | Very Hybrid | Package = Up to £71,000 | 27.9% pension
The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate.
They are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers.
Join their dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead development and delivery of innovative enterprise systems (ERP) that power our organisation's success. In this leadership role, you'll shape the future of our technology landscape, overseeing architecture, systems delivery and operational excellence.
Job Description
Strategy and Planning - Strategic Leadership and Innovation
1. Develop and articulate a clear forward thinking corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property & Digital Strategy and with our vision and growth objectives.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise enterprise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model.
3. Work closely with C-level executives to influence technology investments and contribute to the strategic direction of the company.
Architecting the Future (TOGAF)
1. Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards.
2. Be at the forefront of innovation by ensuring our enterprise architecture supports evolving business needs.
3. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations.
Delivery and Operations - Delivering Excellence
1. Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
2. Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality.
3. Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems.
Operational Mastery (ITIL/ITSM)
1. Take ownership of the operational health of our corporate systems, ensuring maximum availability, security and performance.
2. Implement and manage world-class ITIL/ITSM service management processes.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily business operations.
Team Leadership and Talent Development
1. Lead and inspire a talented team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
2. Provide mentorship and career development opportunities.
Resource and Budget Optimisation
1. Oversee the business systems budget, identifying opportunities to drive efficiency.
Innovation and Emerging Technology Monitoring
1. Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems.
The Successful Applicant
Essential Criteria:
1. A visionary leader with a passion for leveraging technology to drive business success.
2. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams.
3. A proven track record of leading high impact projects.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing digital systems strategy.
6. In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing business and systems architecture.
7. Experience in delivering large and complex technology led projects.
8. Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices.
Qualifications and Accreditations:
Desirable Criteria:
1. Qualifications / certifications in project management.
2. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture.
3. Certifications in ITSM.
4. Experience in monitoring industry trends.
What's on Offer
Package: Up to £71,000 DoE
A basic salary of up to £60,000 is offered, in addition to up to £6,000 Recruitment & Retention allowance + £5,000 on attainment of Gold Standard Accreditation.
Pension & Benefits:
1. A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%.
2. Learning and development tailored to your role.
3. An environment with flexible working options.
4. A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
5. Generous annual leave.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities.
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