Enterprise Solutions Lead

As our Enterprise Solutions Lead, you will:

• Lead the ongoing development and support of our enterprise application portfolio.
• Oversee application release management, maintenance, database administration, and performance tuning.
• Ensure business continuity and resilience for critical ICT applications.
• Manage technical development projects using Microsoft DevOps.
• Provide 3rd/4th line technical support and manage relationships with external suppliers.
• Translate business needs into innovative technical solutions aligned with Council priorities.
• Maintain robust processes for change control, best practice development, documentation, and application lifecycle management.
• Mentor and support team members to build a culture of collaboration, transparency, and excellence., * Act as a technical subject matter expert on enterprise applications and integration technologies.
• Work directly with business stakeholders to capture requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Maintain applications at the correct currency, ensuring compliance with ICT strategies and policies.
• Manage risks, support business continuity planning, and maintain service performance within defined SLAs.
• Foster strong internal and external relationships to ensure effective delivery.
• Plan, manage, and deliver technical projects on time and within budget., * A key leadership role shaping Dudley's digital and application landscape.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to directly influence services that improve the lives of residents, businesses, and communities.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are passionate about technology, eager to lead innovation, and motivated to deliver high-quality digital solutions, we would love to receive your application.

Apply today and help us build a modern, resilient, and efficient digital future for Dudley.

Contact jon.hall@dudley.gov.uk if you have any queries or would like an informal chat regarding the post.

• Managing distributed and web applications, including COTS solutions.
• Strong supplier and stakeholder relationship management.
• Using data, insights, and analytics to influence outcomes.
• Managing projects to time, cost, and quality.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps/CI-CD tools.
• Technical skills in one or more of: PowerShell, ASP/VB.NET, SQL, Oracle.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of integration approaches and middleware solutions.
• Ability to translate business needs into clear technical requirements and design documentation.
• Knowledge of application lifecycle management and complex support models.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong decision-making capability and the ability to work flexibly in a changing environment.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and high-quality service delivery., * ITIL Foundation (desirable) or equivalent knowledge.
• Demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development.

Top tip when applying - As we've got a new recruitment system the application process has changed a little and we hope you'll like it! You'll first need to register and create a profile the first time you apply. Creating your profile will enable you do things such as track your application progress, view emails you've received from us and manage communication preferences, manage your interview bookings and offer information if successful. About Dudley Council It's an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a 'one council' ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of 'Forge a Future for all' www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves. In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that: * is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark * is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services * has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people * wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums * dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents * is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents