Business Applications Manager

• Lead, mentor, and manage a small team of applications specialists, ensuring high performance and professional growth.
• Actively participate in the development, implementation, and support of business applications, ensuring alignment with business needs and Enterprise.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to identify requirements, recommend solutions, and implement application enhancements.
• Manage and prioritise team workloads, projects, and support requests to meet deadlines and maintain service levels.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including processes, configurations, and training materials and Oversee application integrations, upgrades, and maintenance
• Analyse and resolve complex application issues, providing timely and effective solutions and guide the team in applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science-based field
• Prior experience in business applications development, implementation, or support and Strong problem-solving skills with experience in troubleshooting application issues.
• Proven experience in a leadership or managerial role within a small to mid-sized team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated success in leading, collaborating, and developing cross functional teams on complex technical project, You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC). Our requirement team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: ., * A mission to believe in - Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters.

We can offer you a range of flexible working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, cash health plan, holiday buy and sell, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team., * A place to belong and thrive - Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees to our partnerships with the Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence - we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong.

• Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise, and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life through our health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, and investment in your future development. Speak to our team to find the balance that's right for you.

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible. This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what's your possible? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced hands-on Manager to lead our newly established CIDO Business Systems Applications Team. This leader will manage a team of three employees while also contributing directly to the development, support, and optimisation of business applications. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong technical expertise and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment. Here, you are part our 1,000 strong team where we work side-by-side. Engineers next to Business Analysts. Accountants next to Data Scientists. Project Managers next to Business Partners. Leaders next to Graduates. It's this constant collaboration that allows us to tackle some of the biggest challenges in defence and critical security missions. If you are looking for a career with meaning where you can make a difference to the nation's security and support critical missions, then look no further.