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Computershare

Software Development Manager

Bristol, United Kingdom

JOB DESCRIPTION

Software Development Manager: Edinburgh/Bristol (Hybrid)

This is a hybrid position based in Edinburgh or Bristol. We're committed to your flexibility and wellbeing and our hybrid strategy currently requires two days a week in the office, giving you the option to work remotely for some of your working week. Find out more about our culture of flexible working.

We give you a world of potential

Computershare has a fantastic opportunity for a Software Development Manager to join our Global Plans Development team.

We are looking for a dynamic & ambitious Software Development Leader to join our team, bringing new and fresh ideas to help challenge the status quo. As part of the Global Plans business, this is an exciting role and perfect for someone who is looking to move from hands-on line management to a where you can own/direct and make a difference.

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The overall department is located across Bristol, Edinburgh, Zurich, US and Pune. You will bring some strong leadership into the Edinburgh location, being a key influencer in our global leadership team.

A role you will love

As our Software Development Manager, you would be working on one of the main strategic projects for the company, building a market leading Plans platform. A long-term/large scale project, initially focusing on migrating our clients onto our Global Platform (EMEA/ASIA/US), then moving into working on cutting edge product functionality.

Not only do we have a large multi-domain core platform we are also building an update version of our Mobile application as well as driving our Business Intelligence offerings.

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role leading several development team leads, where you will act as a mentor and give direction while supporting the Head of Engineering in department wide objectives.

Other Key responsibilities:

  • Facilitating delivery of high-quality software solutions that are both stable and resilient.
  • Working collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business.
  • Focusing on innovation, quality, and productivity to uplift the delivery capability.
  • Working closely with the Head of Software Development and Head of Engineering to bring new ideas to the department.
  • Coaching and mentoring members of the team at all levels to drive personal growth.

What will you bring to the role?

We are seeking a proactive and driven individual who has a strong background in development and who is truly passionate about making a real change, trying new ideas and developing their team.

You are ambitious and love overcoming challenges. Taking accountability to lead, inspire, motivate, and empower the team to tackle what's ahead. You break down boundaries and lead through change and adversity.

We are looking for someone who has been a Development Team Lead or had exposure to line management and is looking to take the next step of building and driving change.

Some other key skills that you'll have:

  • Experience as a Manager/Team Leader working with development teams across the full software development lifecycle, ideally within an enterprise context.
  • Significant level of experience in an application development across the full SDLC.
  • Experience in an Agile development and/or DevOps environment, embracing the adoption and continuous improvement of practices including (but not limited to) automation, continuous integration and continuous delivery.
  • Excellent leadership skills - sets direction, builds consensus, and shares a vision and values. Motivates & empowers employees. Leads effectively through change and adversity.
  • Excellent management skills - organising work and resources, planning and setting priorities, delegating effectively, timely monitoring and performance management.
  • Experience of setting and facilitating the execution of progression plans for ambitious and high potential individuals in their team
  • Experience of stakeholder management - building confidence, setting expectations and meeting commitments to increase customer satisfaction.

If this sounds like the type of role you would be passionate about then we want to hear from you today!

Rewards designed for you

Employee Share Plan. Set aside salary to purchase shares in our company and you'll receive a company contribution as well.

Health and Wellbeing. Our health and wellbeing rewards can be tailored to support you and your family.

Save for Your Future. We will support you along your retirement savings journey.

Paid time away from work. Our employees enjoy a competitive paid time off package, including a day each year to volunteer time for a good cause that is important to you.

Employee Discounts. We've partnered with other organisations to offer you extra savings. Enjoy discounts with banks, car manufacturers, on flights, accommodation, and days out as well as with many big brand shops.

Extra Rewards. From tuition reimbursement to cash bonus recruitment referral programs, our comprehensive benefits package offers a multitude of options.

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ABOUT US

A company to be proud of

We're a global leader in financial administration with over 14,000 employees across more than 21 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.

A diverse and inclusive place to work

Computershare celebrate the diversity of our people, and we welcome applications from everyone. We believe that having a culture of inclusion is essential in delivering good results. Attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered allows people to reach their full potential. As a business this diversity helps us to better reflect and understand our customers' needs to allow us to drive better outcomes.

We are happy to accommodate individual needs during your application journey. If you require disability accommodations or adjustments, please email us at TalentAcquisition@computershare.com detailing your requirements and contact information.

Computershare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Technology Services team is a place where new ideas and approaches are welcomed, and every individual is equipped and empowered to create change. We're a rapidly evolving and diverse global business and there is always something to learn, opportunities to explore and a broad range of career paths to progress along.

Client-provided location(s): Bristol, UK; Edinburgh, UK
Job ID: Computershare-937
Employment Type: Full Time