Business Applications and Data Manager

The Electoral Commission have an exciting opportunity for a Business Applications and Data Manager to join the team.

Location: London

Salary: £55,762 per annum

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Close Date: Friday 10th May 2024 at 17:00

About Us:

The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. We work to promote public confidence in the democratic process and ensure its integrity. We offer excellent terms and conditions, including flexible working hours and the opportunity to join the civil service pension arrangements (dependant on scheme rules).

Business Applications and Data Manager – The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity 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. You will 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.

Business Applications and Data Manager – Key Responsibilities:

- Ensure optimal utilisation of key applications like SharePoint Online and CRM across Commission teams

- Manage continuous development and deployment of applications, including user feedback and system enhancements

- Support migration to hybrid/cloud-based application model and oversee access rights and security

- Develop Business Intelligence and Data Visualisation activities to inform planning and decision-making

- Provide day-to-day support for business applications and ensure responsive support service

- Lead procurement and management of suppliers for business applications and data management

- Provide effective line management, performance management, and staff development

Business Applications and Data Manager – You:

- 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

Business Applications and Data Manager – Benefits:

- Opportunity to join Civil Service Pension Scheme (dependant on scheme rules)

- Generous holiday entitlement of 27.5 days (full time employee) plus public holidays, rising with length of service to 30 days

- Flexible working hours

Application Process:

Closing date for applications is Friday 10th May 2024 at 17:00. Interviews will be held w/c 20th & 27th May 2024.

To submit your application for this exciting Business Applications and Data Manager opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.