Business Applications & Data Manager
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Summary
Business Applications & Data Manager
Directorate: Regulation, Digital and Transformation
Starting salary: London: £55,762 per annum
Full time & Permanent
Location: London
Closing date: Friday 10 May at 17:00
job info
We are recruiting for a Business Applications & Data Manager to join the Regulation, Digital and Transformation directorate
The Role
To provide strategic direction for business applications and data management and development to meet the Commission’s corporate and business objectives contained in the 5 Year Corporate Plan and the Digital, Data and Technology Strategy. To advise the Head of Digital, Data, Technology & Facilities on the roadmap for development of existing and new applications within the Commission and to take a leading role in delivering these projects.
Includes management, user support and training for all applications including MS Dynamics 365 CRM, MS SharePoint Online and other applications built on custom platform. Working with the Information Management team to support users to make best and appropriate use of these applications to ensure efficiency in business processes and compliance with statutory requirements. Working closely with the IT helpdesk to provide an effective and responsive service to Commission users wherever they are working and to proactively engage with users to ensure applications are fit for purpose.
Who we are looking for
• Operational Excellence - Previous experience in an Operations or Applications Management role focused on Enterprise IT applications like SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, ERP systems. Must be comfortable with working across multiple work streams simultaneously.
• Entrepreneurial “can-do approach” – Will be determined, creative, and resilient, with a strong work ethic. Will be highly resourceful and pragmatic and find a way to get to the right answer.
• Commercial, analytic & strategic – Will have demonstrated previous success in working with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers. Will have superb communication and negotiation skills with an analytical mindset,
• Management - Accomplishes objectives by managing staff; planning and evaluating activities. Develops team members using different methods including on the job learning, coaching, and formal training.
After you apply
Applications should include a supporting statement. This should include examples of how you have demonstrated the role’s person specification, including:
- essential skills
- behaviours
- knowledge
To be fair to all candidates, we can’t accept job applications submitted after the closing date.
We will let you know whether or not you have been invited for an interview shortly after the closing date.
We hold some of our interviews online using video conferencing, and other interviews in person at one of our offices. We’ll let you know when and where your interview will be.
Sometimes, we’ll ask you to complete a task for your interview. For example, preparing a presentation on a specific topic. We’ll give you instructions about the task when we invite you to interview.
Our interviews are competency based. We will ask you questions to understand more about your experience, and how it relates to the essential criteria in the person specification. Questions will also cover the values, behaviours, and skills required for the role. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about the role or working with us at the end of your interview.
We will let you know the outcome of the interview as soon as possible. Usually, within two days after the final interview has been completed. We’re always happy to give feedback if requested.
We will always let you know when we’d like to contact your references.
If you have taken part in certain political activities, such as holding office in a political party or holding a relevant elected office, it may mean that you can’t work for us. To discuss this before applying, contact our HR team at [email protected] (Opens in new window)
If you’re successful, you’ll need to complete some pre-appointment checks. This includes a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In Scotland, this is a Disclosure Scotland check. In Northern Ireland, it’s an Access NI check.
Higher security clearance may be required for some roles. We will only ask you about convictions and cautions that are not protected. Having a criminal record does not necessarily prevent you from working here. It depends on the nature of the position and the circumstances of your offences. Read our employing ex-offenders policy for more information.
We welcome applications from everyone. We will ask for your personal details including your nationality, ethnicity and any disabilities. These details will not be shared with the interviewers.
If you have a disability, let us know at the application stage so we can make adjustments for you. This may include accepting your application by post.