Enterprise Application Manager

Enterprise Applications Manager

A key leadership role within a growing EMEA technology function, shaping the systems that underpin a complex, fast-moving organisation. You’ll have real influence over the applications strategy, team and roadmap, with the chance to deliver meaningful business impact.

Role Overview:

• Location: Cheltenham or London – Hybrid
• Package: £100,000 p/a + performance-based bonus + comprehensive benefits
• Security Clearance: SC cleared or eligible (Sole British Nationality)
• Industry: Advanced Technology / Engineering

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Set and deliver the EMEA enterprise applications strategy, aligning technology investment with wider business priorities.
• Own the full application lifecycle, from selecting and implementing new platforms through to optimisation, upgrades and retirement.
• Lead the performance, availability and reliability of critical business systems, embedding effective support and incident management practices.
• Build and develop a high-performing Business Systems team, creating a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders, business teams, IT functions and third-party partners to deliver practical, value-focused solutions.
• Establish strong governance across the application estate, ensuring security, compliance and operational standards are consistently maintained.
• Assess the existing applications landscape and shape a forward-looking roadmap that supports long-term business and technology objectives.
• Manage competing priorities across a diverse EMEA environment, balancing strategic programmes with day-to-day operational needs.

Main Skills Needed:

• Strong senior-level experience in enterprise applications management or IT leadership.
• Broad understanding of enterprise technology ecosystems, including ERP, PLM, BI, SaaS, integration platforms, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, ServiceNow and Atlassian technologies.
• Proven people leadership experience, with the ability to build, coach and develop specialist teams.
• Confident stakeholder and vendor management skills, particularly within complex or matrixed organisations.
• Strong track record of delivering technology projects and translating business requirements into effective solutions.
• Excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering or production environments would be advantageous.
• Exposure to secure or classified environments would also be beneficial.
• Must be a UK national and able to obtain and maintain UK Government Security Clearance (SC), with potential for higher clearance.

What’s in It for You:

• Hybrid working with flexible options, including a compressed fortnight.
• Private healthcare and a cash health plan.
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Structured career development and progression programmes.
• Mentoring and opportunities to broaden your skills and experience.
• The chance to shape a newly established team and influence the future technology landscape across EMEA.
• Work in a mission-led environment where technology contributes to real-world outcomes.
• An inclusive culture where development, collaboration and individual contribution are valued.

We’ll keep this simple: if it sounds good, get in touch.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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