Systems Development Manager, Technical

• Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent, hybrid working options
• £35,333 - £42,155 per annum

The Role and Department

The Systems Development Manager (Technical) is an essential role in optimising and enhancing the use and development of IT systems in Student Recruitment and Admissions, which underpin the work of the whole department. Motivated by the idea of developing and enhancing systems, the role holder will proactively identify and contribute towards the delivery of system developments and enhancements, including ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines. They will also act as a subject matter expert in IT systems in the department, especially Dynamics 365. In partnership with a second Systems Development Manager, the role holder will work closely with colleagues in CIS and with external software providers, so strong networking and relationship building skills, along with demonstrable technical expertise are essential components for success in the role.

Working at Durham

A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: you will also receive access to the following fantastic benefits:

• 30 Days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year.
• The University closes between Christmas and New Year - please include or delete if not applicable
• We offer a generous pension scheme, As a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS).
• No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies.
• There is a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities.
• Lots of support for health and wellbeing including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• On site nursery is available and children's clubs in the summer holidays.
• Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, which are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers).
• The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community
• Discounts are available via our benefits portal including; money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, the cinema and days out at various attractions.
• A salary sacrifice scheme is also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits.
• If you are moving to Durham, we can help with removal costs and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas.