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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Applications Manager - **Company:** Outcomes First Group - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £42,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Services, Software as a Service, System Configuration, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Data Management - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=46251239fc1f41b2 ## About the Role Essential * Experience in an Applications Manager or similar role within a SaaS or systems environment * Experience managing the full application lifecycle (requirements through to implementation and support) * Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams * Experience supporting system configuration, troubleshooting and end-user issues * Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills * Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service quality Desirable * Familiarity with Agile or project management methodologies * Experience with education systems (e.g. MIS, safeguarding or assessment platforms) * Experience with CRM systems * Understanding of system integration, data flows or data platforms ## Description This role sits within the Group Applications team and plays a key role in shaping and supporting the organisation's applications strategy. You will oversee the implementation, configuration and ongoing management of SaaS applications across the business, ensuring systems are fit for purpose, well-integrated and aligned to both group standards and local requirements. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure applications are optimised, users are supported, and systems continue to evolve in line with business needs., Applications Management & Strategy * Support the ongoing development and optimisation of the Group applications landscape * Assess existing systems to ensure they remain aligned to business needs * Support the selection and implementation of new applications where required * Contribute to the wider applications strategy, focusing on continuous improvement Systems, Integration & Data * Ensure SaaS applications are effectively integrated with internal systems and data platforms * Work with stakeholders to support data quality, consistency and accessibility * Ensure systems operate in line with regulatory, legal and security requirements * Produce multi-case models (base, downside, upside) to assess cash flow, liquidity and financial resilience User Support & Stakeholder Engagement * Provide support to end users, promoting best practice and effective use of systems * Act as a key interface between the business and third-party suppliers * Translate technical information into clear, user-friendly guidance Delivery, Maintenance & Improvement * Support the delivery of product roadmaps, including enhancements and new features * Maintain documentation, processes and standards across applications * Coordinate system upgrades, maintenance and issue resolution * Identify opportunities to improve performance, efficiency and user experience, As part of our central team, you'll have the opportunity to shape how systems are used across the Group, working closely with stakeholders to drive efficiency, innovation and continuous improvement. ## Related Videos - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) - [SRE Methods In an Agency Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/348-sre-methods-in-an-agency-environment) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) ## Related Articles - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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