Datasource Recruitment
Business System Manager
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Business Systems Manager – Permanent - Gloucestershire or London – £80,000 – £90,000 – Hybrid- Willing to undergo SC
Our client is a major player in the defence and advanced technology sector, the kind of organisation where the work you do genuinely matters, supporting national security and cutting-edge programmes across the globe. This isn't a business coasting along; they're growing, investing, and building out new capability. You'd be joining a forward-thinking IT leadership team at a genuinely exciting moment.
The Business Systems team you'll lead is newly formed, which means you get to shape it; the people, the processes, the roadmap. You'll sit at the intersection of technology and business strategy, partnering with stakeholders across multiple countries and driving real change across a complex enterprise applications landscape.
To be considered, you'll need proven experience in senior applications management or IT leadership, with strong hands-on knowledge of enterprise ecosystems; think ERP, PLM, BI, SaaS platforms, ServiceNow, Microsoft 365, or similar. You'll know how to lead teams, manage vendors, and get things done in a matrixed organisation. A degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is expected.
Working Patterns and location
- Hybrid, 3 days on site per week with 25% international travel.
The Key Responsibilities of a Business Systems Manager
- Define and deliver a strategic roadmap for enterprise applications aligned to business and technology priorities.
- Lead end-to-end application lifecycle including selection, implementation, upgrades, optimisation, and retirement.
- Ensure reliability, availability, and performance of critical systems through best-practice support and incident management.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of application specialists internationally.
- Partner with business units, IT service lines, and external vendors to deliver value-driven solutions.
- Embed governance, security, and compliance standards across all enterprise applications.
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Key Skills Required
- Proven experience in senior applications management or IT leadership roles.
- Strong technical knowledge across enterprise ecosystems such as ERP, PLM, BI, or SaaS platforms.
- Hands-on experience with tools such as ServiceNow, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or Atlassian products.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence across matrixed organisations.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management experience in complex environments.
- Solid project delivery capability with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
Additional Skills (Not Essential)
- Experience working in manufacturing, engineering, or production environments.
- Familiarity with secure or classified working environments.
- Experience managing applications or teams across multi-country operations.
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Benefits
Our client offers a range of benefits for permanent workers, as well as an excellent salary you will receive the following:
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Private healthcare and pension benefits
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Wellbeing and mental health support
- Employee assistance programme
- Discounts and reward platform
- Volunteering opportunities
- Recognition and career development programmes
Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.
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