IT Applications and Programme Manager

IT Applications and Programme Manager

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Location: Bolton
Salary: £53,117 - £58,062 (Grade7)
Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits: Hybrid working, generous annual leave, birthday day off … and much more
Join our team as IT Applications and Programme Manager
At Be One Homes, we're more than a housing association. We provide homes, support communities and deliver services that make a real difference to people's lives. We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking IT Applications and Programme Manager to lead the development, delivery and continuous improvement of the technology solutions that help us achieve this.
In this role, you'll ensure our business applications and technology programmes support colleagues to deliver excellent services to customers while driving innovation, efficiency and digital transformation across the organisation. Working closely with teams, stakeholders and suppliers, you'll play a key role in shaping technology services that enable us to meet current needs and prepare for the future.
You'll combine strong leadership, technical expertise and programme management skills with a commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement, helping us deliver positive outcomes for our customers, colleagues and communities.

Key responsibilities
Lead the delivery, support and continuous improvement of business applications and technology programmes, ensuring services remain effective, secure and fit for purpose.
Manage a portfolio of projects and programmes, providing direction, oversight and governance to ensure successful delivery of agreed outcomes.
Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, partners and suppliers to understand requirements and support organisational objectives.
Ensure applications and systems are maintained, developed and optimised to meet business needs, drive efficiencies and enhance user experience.
Lead and develop a high-performing team, creating an inclusive environment where colleagues can grow, contribute and succeed.
Monitor performance, risks, budgets and resources, taking proactive action to address issues and maximise value for the organisation.
Support strategic planning and digital transformation activity by identifying opportunities for innovation, improvement and service excellence.

What you'll need to succeed
Experience of managing business applications, technology services, projects or programmes within a complex organisation.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, support and develop others.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to build effective relationships at all levels.
Ability to manage competing priorities, make informed decisions and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Experience of working with third-party suppliers and managing contracts or service relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify practical solutions and drive continuous improvement.
A commitment to collaboration, inclusion and delivering high-quality services that make a positive difference.
What we offer
Hybrid working & flexibility – supporting work-life balance.
Generous annual leave – starting at 27 days, rising to 32 days after 5 years plus bank holidays.
Birthday day off – take your birthday as paid leave.
Buy or sell annual leave – flexible options to suit your lifestyle.
Local bank holiday – extra day off around New Year.
Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay.
Free on-site parking at key office locations.
Employee Assistance Programme – emotional wellbeing support for you and your family.
Cycle to Work & Car Leasing Schemes – save on tax and NI.
Pension schemes with life insurance cover.
Perkbox – an employee engagement platform with perks, benefits, rewards, wellbeing resources, discounts, freebies and more.
Healthcare cash plan – claim back costs for dental, optical, physio & more.
Lifestyle discounts – cashback and savings at major retailers.
Learning & development opportunities – grow your career. xwzovoh
Volunteer days – up to 5 paid days to give back.

Interview Date(s): Interviews for this position will be held on w/c 23 November 2026.