Southdown is a leading provider in housing, supported employment and specialist support in Sussex. This is an exciting time to be joining Southdown, we are making significant investments in technology and resources as we embark upon a programme of change to deliver our Digital Strategy.

Are you an experienced Applications Manager seeking your next challenge or an experienced Applications professional looking to progress into a management role?

The Business Systems Application Manager is a new resource and will have responsibility for the day to day management of our newly created Digital Support team. The Digital Support team maintain and manage core business applications (In-Form, ITrent, Sun, SHE). Reporting to Business Change Manager the successful applicant will oversee the ongoing development of these systems in line with our Digital Transformation strategy.  This post-holder will be responsible for the management and ongoing development of our Housing Management System (Aareon QL with TaskCentre). 

Working collaboratively with Heads of Service, Business Systems Administrators/Analysts, other IT managers, and business owners this role presents a real opportunity for a dynamic candidate to help shape Southdown’s deployment of technology in its delivery of services for vulnerable people.

Initial home working with the potential for hybrid working once we are able to return to offices.

Closing date: 28 July 2021
Interview date: 5 & 6 August 2021

An Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity will be required for successful applicants – Southdown pay the cost.

Southdown is a not-for-profit organisation that actively promotes diversity & equality of opportunity. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.