Software Application Manager
Software Application Manager
Location: South East London (on-site parking available)
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000
Working Pattern: 4 days on-site (non-negotiable) | Fridays remote
The Role
This is a senior application ownership role within a large, operationally complex organisation where software systems are business-critical .
You will be responsible for running and owning a portfolio of enterprise applications — ensuring they are stable, secure, fit for purpose, and aligned with how the business actually operates.
This is not a development role and not a delivery/project management role.
It’s a role for someone who wants clear accountability , authority, and long-term ownership of applications that matter.
Overall Responsibility (Plain English)
You are the key holder for applications .
If an application:
- isn’t working properly
- isn’t fit for purpose
- isn’t being supported correctly
- or isn’t delivering value
You own it.
You’ll work between the business, suppliers, and internal IT teams to make sure applications are well run, well governed, and well understood .
What You’ll Be Doing
- Owning a portfolio of business-critical software applications
- Acting as the single point of accountability for how those systems perform
- Managing third-party vendors and SaaS providers
- Overseeing application lifecycle: onboarding, change, optimisation, and retirement
- Ensuring applications meet security, compliance, and operational standards
- Working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and priorities
- Making informed decisions around risk, cost, and usability
- Improving documentation, governance, and application clarity
This role is about control, judgement, and ownership , not chasing tickets or running projects.
The Profile That Fits
This role suits someone who:
- Has previously owned applications or application estates
- Is comfortable being accountable , not just involved
- Can deal confidently with suppliers and senior stakeholders
- Brings structure, clarity, and calm to complex environments
- Wants to stay close to the systems, not manage large teams
Background could include:
- Application Manager / Application Owner
- Systems Manager
- IT Service / Platform Manager
- Senior Analyst with application ownership responsibility
Working Model (Clear and Non-Negotiable)
- 4 days per week on-site
- Friday remote working
- On-site parking available
This role requires regular on-site presence due to stakeholder interaction and operational context. Flexibility is built in, but expectations are clear from day one.
Package
- Salary £50,000 – £55,000
- Stable, long-term role with real ownership
- Low bureaucracy, high trust
- Opportunity to genuinely run applications properly
Why This Role Stands Out
This is a role for someone who wants to own systems, make decisions, and be trusted — not hide behind process or titles.
If you enjoy running applications like a business , this role will suit you.