The role
Technology and Digital Services (TDS) are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join their leadership team as the Head of Applications. This role will be key to the ongoing provision of Technology and Digital services to the organisation as well as the delivery of the organisation’s Digital Strategy.
TDS are a part of the Resources directorate and work with Shared Technology Services to provide technology and digital services to the organisation and the residents or Southwark, through our website(s). We manage a number of the software applications used by our organisation to deliver services to the residents of Southwark as well as the ICT hardware, networking and infrastructure our organisation relies on.
Our vision is that Southwark will become recognised as one of the best connected and leading digital boroughs in London. Being a Borough that is digitally inclusive where no-one is left offline. A digital Southwark where our residents can access excellent digitally enabled services, supported by staff with access to modern work-place technology, and to build a connected and collaborative borough for all. A borough that is truly digital, where our residents enjoy access to the best digitally enhanced services. Our staff will have the latest workplace technology at their fingertips to support this. We believe that we can be the borough that fosters collaboration, ensuring that no one is left out of the digital future.
We seek an experienced technology leader who has a passion for innovation and a proven track record of successful delivery. As a strong communicator in various formats and at all levels, you will collaborate with key stakeholders both inside and outside the organisation to achieve our vision and strategy. The right candidate will need to be able to demonstrate that they are able to lead a large team of technical staff and demonstrate strong negotiation and influencing skills when dealing with service areas and external suppliers.
The Head of Applications oversees key council systems and projects to enhance and future-proof the application estate. They manage the delivery of the Applications portfolio, including Business Intelligence & Reporting (BIR), Graphical Information Systems (GIS), and Data Interfaces between major systems. Leading a team of programme leads and analysts, they ensure services are supported, developed, and improved. They also promote greater collaboration and best practices across the organisation for wider use of BIR.
Additional details
We will only consider applications from internal candidates, that are current employees or agency workers on an active assignment.
This post attracts an additional JNC financial benefits package of £2,724 per annum (pro-rata, April-March) which can be used towards gym membership, health insurance, season ticket purchase, bicycle purchase, additional voluntary contribution to pension, subscriptions and professional fees, or taken as cash which will be paid monthly.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Matthew Gratton at matthew.gratton@southwark.gov.uk
About Southwark Council:
Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities.
Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice, and inequality) underpins all that we do.
Benefits and more information:
In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:
• A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)
• Strong supportive senior management team
• Regular one to one supervision
• Professional development & training opportunities
• Clear career development pathways
• Agile and flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Season ticket and cycle loans
• Annual Leave starting at 33 days per year, increasing to 36 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)
• Wellbeing programme
• HSF Health plan and eye care scheme
• EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support
• Social clubs and staff groups
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
Recruitment timetable
Closing date: Wednesday 2nd October 2024 at 23:59
Interview and Assessments date: Monday 7th October 2024
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
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