Head of Business Systems

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Are you a senior leader with a passion for applications, systems, and data? Do you thrive in an environment where you can drive digital transformation and integrate cutting-edge solutions? If so, this role is an opportunity to accomplish all these things through review of existing technology with a view to scoping alternative solutions and leading the implementation.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Business Systems & Development to lead their business systems and data teams. This is a pivotal role that will shape the future of enterprise solutions, data, and software development within a 15,000-strong workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the solutions development, data, applications, and systems management functions.

Oversee the data reporting team and data warehouse, ensuring insights are unlocked.

Drive system integration, working with third-party SaaS products and improving workflows.

Spearhead the selection and implementation of new CRM, finance, HR, and payroll systems.

Ensure the performance and efficiency of core systems, including rostering solutions.

Establish DevOps practices and drive innovation within the software development team.

Manage a team of 10-13 specialists within a 31-strong IT department.

What We’re Looking For:

Proven leadership in managing business systems, applications, and data functions.

Strong integration experience, particularly in finance platforms, CRMs, and payroll systems.

Hands-on expertise in mid-tier solutions such as Dynamics 365, NetSuite, or Unit4 (Coda).

A strategic thinker with technical acumen to optimize development and system performance.

Experience implementing DevOps methodologies and fostering an innovation-driven culture.

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact at a leading organisation undergoing major digital transformation.

Hybrid (2-3 days office)

South Manchester. 

Tilt Recruitment are specialists in IT Recruitment. We work hard to find our candidates their perfect roles within fantastic organisations across the UK. If this role isn’t right for you, please still get in touch with us as we may have other roles which may suit you better.

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