ICT Business Systems Group Manager

ICT Business Systems Group Manager Opportunity 

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Band H - £61,379 - £68,353 per annum. Incremental progression is subject to performance

Step into a pivotal leadership role within ICT at Solihull MBC. We are looking for someone who is interested in managing a talented team, influencing the strategic direction of the service, playing an important role in delivering Corporate Business Systems Projects, and taking charge of key contracts. 

If you are passionate about technology and operational excellence then we want to hear from you.

As Group Manager you will:

• Deputise for the Head of Service where appropriate and represent ICT at a senior management level across SMBC
• Be responsible for the development and management of performance data relating to all key system responsibilities 
• Be responsible for the ICT Contracts Register, ensuring procurement processes are followed in a timely manner. 
• Work with colleagues across the service to ensure successful delivery of Corporate ICT Programmes 
• Be responsible for the management of ICT Budgets as appropriate ensuring compliance with financial regulations 
• Be responsible for the Management of key technologies; ensuring that they are maintained in accordance with the supplier roadmap
• Lead and manage annual compliance checks and audits as and when required
• Identify and manage risks within their service in accordance with corporate procedure

You will have:

• A Degree with a significant technical component, or recognised relevant Qualification (e.g. HND / Foundation degree), including a formal qualification in management such as ILM OR the ability to demonstrate through extended relevant experience, the necessary specialist knowledge, skills and management experience to undertake the full range of duties of the post
• In depth technical knowledge of Business Systems and emerging technologies
• Experience of leading and managing a team(s) 
• Experience of managing key critical contracts and budgets

We offer: 

• A range of flexible working options including a flex-time scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
• Family and carer friendly policies
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme

To apply, please click on the link below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences. 

If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Amanda McGivern, Head of ICT and Information Governance on [email protected] 

Closing Date: 26th August 2025

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete online testing on 29th August 2025, with successful candidates progressing to interviews w/c 15th September 2025.

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

This is an essential car user post. Applicants must be able to drive, have a driving licence and be a car owner, however for disabled applicants, reasonable adjustments will be made where required.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. 

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.