Job Description

Application Manager

Leicester (Hybrid working)

Bellrock Group is searching for an experienced Application Manager, taking responsibility within the aligned BU for the development, implementation and management of applications that support both the operation and the strategy whether they are division specific or from the Enterprise portfolio.


Working with the Application Management Team, IT peers and our Business Stakeholders to ensure that strategy is supported by existing technology (including adoption of and/or enhancement to) or enabled with structured assessment and acquisition of technology from the market - aligning with business needs, enhancing user experience, and driving digital transformation.


The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to collaborate with Business and Technical stakeholders both individually and collaboratively.

Key responsibilities:

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Contribute to and execute application strategy and roadmap ensuring alignment with business objectives Oversee the full lifecycle of applications, from selection and implementation to maintenance and upgrades (including administration of the Application Catalogue) Collaborate with aligned business units to identify application needs and drive innovation Ensure the security, scalability, and efficiency of business applications Optimize system integrations to improve data flow and business processes Facilitate the modernization of legacy systems and adoption of new technologies Enforce defined application governance, policies, and best practices Liaise with vendors and assist with negotiation of contracts for third-party software solutions Monitor application performance and ensure high availability, reliability, and user satisfaction Stay updated on emerging trends in applications, cloud computing, and digital transformation

Skills & experience:

6+ years of experience in IT, with at least 3 years in a role managing applications Experience with cloud-based applications and SaaS solutions Knowledge of system integration, APIs, and data management Proven track record of positive contributions to digital transformation initiatives Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities The ability to combine knowledge of Infrastructure/Architecture, Project Delivery, Business Processes & data towards the management of applications Knowledge of IT governance, compliance, and security best practices Awareness of budgeting and the control of capital and operational cost Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, etc.). Familiarity with AI, automation, and analytics tools

What can we offer you?

Upon joining Bellrock, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package including:


25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + 1 additional day as a thank you (enjoy it, it's on us)


Salary exchange pension scheme


Life cover


Paid sick leave


Health Assured employee assistance and wellness program


Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave


Salary sacrifice schemes: Cycle to work


Holiday purchase scheme of additional 5 days per year


Offers and discount scheme designed to save money on everyday shopping and essentials


Healthcare Cashplan


MotorSave Scheme


Refer a friend


Liftshare


Virtual GP

Why Bellrock?

Our people are our passion, so we're all about helping them to achieve their ambitions. That means putting everything in place for you to have a rewarding career with us. So you can go far in your career, with us behind you. And our business will grow, too. So, if you're ready to start your career journey with Bellrock we're ready to welcome you. It's a great place to be.


We would like to attract talent from all corners of the world for this role. Or commitment is to an equitable recruitment process so feel free to apply in any way that suits you. We are looking for the right person, not necessarily just the right person for this role


Apply today.