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Application Support Manager

City of London Temporary £450 - £500 per day View Job Description
A hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the full lifecycle of banking applications, including development, support, and delivery. You will oversee core systems, lead a small team, and ensure secure, reliable, and compliant technology solutions that support critical business operations.
  • 3-6 month Interim contract - immediate start
  • £500 / day - Inside IR35

About Our Client

This company is a well-established organisation in the financial services industry, known for its commitment to delivering innovative solutions and maintaining operational excellence. With a presence in London, it offers a professional environment that values technical expertise and effective management.

Job Description

  • Oversee core banking application environments, including patching, EOD processing, and system performance
  • Provide hands-on support for application failures and ensure rapid resolution
  • Collaborate with infrastructure teams on system performance, backup, and recovery
  • Lead and manage a team of developers and application support analysts
  • Deliver software changes, projects, and BAU enhancements
  • Plan and manage workloads, timelines, and resource allocation
  • Ensure effective application support, incident management, and SLA adherence
  • Implement monitoring, performance tuning, and optimisation strategies
  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure third-party support continuity
  • Oversee application upgrades, patches, and maintenance with minimal disruption
  • Maintain documentation, configurations, and operational procedures
  • Ensure compliance with security, audit, and regulatory standards
  • Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning
  • Provide reporting and updates to senior stakeholders and project teams
  • Manage budgets for application support and development activities



The Successful Applicant

A successful Application Development and Support Manager should have:

  • Proven experience in application development and support management
  • Strong knowledge of application lifecycle management, Agile, and DevOps practices
  • Experience with incident management in complex technical environments
  • Familiarity with core banking systems and enterprise platforms
  • Experience with IBM Power Systems, AS/400, RPG, or COBOL is highly desirable
  • Strong understanding of software development, testing, and documentation practices
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure or cloud-based platforms
  • Knowledge of ITIL or similar service management frameworks
  • Strong leadership and team management experience
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Relevant degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field
  • Certifications such as PMP or Scrum Master are advantageous



What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate between GBP 450 and GBP 500.
  • Interim contract central London
  • Chance to contribute to impactful projects in the financial services industry.
  • Professional and collaborative work environment.



If you are an experienced Application Development and Support Manager looking for your next challenge in London, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Dan Jones
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7040747
Phone number
+442072692191

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
IT Management
Sector
Financial Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Dan Jones
Consultant phone
+442072692191
Job reference
JN-062026-7040747