What You'll Be Doing:
As the Head of Applications, you'll drive our clients application strategy and roadmap, aligning their application ecosystem with enterprise goals. Working alongside other IT and business leaders, youll oversee key applications decisions, manage external partnerships, and ensure the systems are robust, scalable, and future-ready. This role is not just about maintaining; its about innovating, optimizing, and preparing for the future of digital transformation.
Whats in it for you?
Our client offers a collaborative, innovative environment where your ideas and expertise can drive real change. In this role, youll have the freedom to influence application strategies across the organization while working with cutting-edge technology and talented professionals. Your efforts will directly contribute to the success of the business, helping deliver impactful, sustainable solutions.
Enjoy a comprehensive remuneration package, including benefits.
Become part of a company that values your growth as much as its own.

Your Key Responsibilities:
Applications Strategy & Roadmap : Lead the planning and integration of current and next-gen technologies, ensuring alignment with our clients strategic objectives.
Application Lifecycle Management : Oversee the application framework, keeping systems efficient, secure, and well-integrated.
Stakeholder Collaboration : Partner with business leaders to ensure the technology strategy supports division goals, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
Supplier & Contract Management : Source and manage technology vendors to keep our client at the cutting edge.
Team Leadership : Inspire and mentor a diverse IT team, fostering a culture of growth, inclusivity, and performance.

What Were Looking For:
Education:
Degree-level IT qualification
Certification in common IT management frameworks, such as ITIL, TOGAF or Zachman and project management frameworks
Certification in Design Thinking or Innovation or Digital Transformation or Product Development related competencies
Member of the Institute of Information Technology Professionals
Experience:

minimum of 8+ years in application development and support, mainframe systems experience, API integration, and best practice frameworks.
Competencies:

Strong technical knowledge (integration tech, coding, CRM systems), problem-solving, analytical skills, and excellent communication.
Behavioural Attributes:

sound leadership capability with a passion for customer-centric solutions, resilience, adaptability, and a forward-thinking approach to business performance optimization.

Desired tech specs:
Proven experience in mainframe-based systems including AS400
Proven experience in legacy systems and languages like Adabas Natural, DB2 database, Clarion, etc.
Proven experience in working with API integration, web Methods, and. NET
Experience in Data Warehousing (ETL) methodologies and database management
An understanding of technical concepts such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and how they can be leveraged in transforming business models.

If youre passionate about transforming IT, leading teams, and making a tangible impact, wed love to meet you. Apply below and lets discuss your career "next"!