Solutions Development Manager FTC
On site
Trowbridge, United Kingdom
Freelance
20-02-2025
Job Specifications
Solutions Development Manager FTC
Vacancy Salary £58,000 - £63,000
Trowbridge
Flexible working opportunities
Full time (37 hrs)
Fixed term contract (12 months)
Closing date: 3rd March 2025
Who we are
Selwood Housing Group is a not-for-profit housing association committed to providing affordable local homes for our customers. We have nearly 7,000 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath and North-East Somerset and employ over 300 staff from our offices in Trowbridge and Melksham.
The role
We're looking for an experienced Solutions Development Manager with excellent Dynamics 365 and Power Platform experience to lead our talented development squad, for a fixed term of 12 months.
You'll be more than just a manager. You'll be a leader, strategist, and mentor. You'll guide your team as they develop solutions that make a tangible difference to our business, providing technical advice where needed, all while ensuring we're following best practices and delivering top-notch quality.
This is an exciting and varied role. You and your team will be breaking ground on new transformational projects, working from user stories to build out bespoke solutions from scratch.
You’ll have the autonomy and freedom to approach problems how you see fit, as well as influence when it comes to strategic business decisions, communicating regularly with stakeholders across the company.
You’ll also be able to spread your time between the home and the office, with the team generally getting together in person at least once a week.
What are we looking for?
Extensive experience with MS Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse), including managing solutions across multiple environments
Significant experience in a low code or traditional development role working with Microsoft technologies.
Knowledge of Azure DevOps
A strong understanding of source and version control
Understanding of Microsoft data migration technologies is preferable
Experience leading or managing multi-disciplinary teams and managing stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, able to empathise and develop relationships.
Experience working in an Agile environment
Whilst it is not essential, previous experience with Social Housing will be a big bonus
Why join us?
We prioritise personal development at Selwood. You will be encouraged to develop specialisms within the team, with ample budget for training and certifications.
If you are looking for a role with plenty of variety and flexibility, where you can utilise your existing managerial skills, we want to hear from you. This could also be the perfect opportunity if you’re a team lead looking to gain your first managerial experience.
Our benefits include;
30 days holiday plus bank holidays
2 paid gifted days; one for your birthday and one over Christmas
Buy / sell up to 1 weeks holiday
Life assurance
Flexible working opportunities
Competitive enhanced pension scheme. You pay 4%, we pay 9%
Cycle to work scheme
At Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply.
We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.
We’re keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, that works for everyone. The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline.
About the Company
At Selwood Housing, we provide local, affordable homes. We own and manage over 7,000 homes for rent and shared ownership in the south west and are growing. Our ambition is to build 1,700 more affordable homes by 2034, to help tackle the housing crisis. As a charity, our surplus is reinvested into new homes, our existing properties and into our communities. We have been a vital part of our communities for over 30 years and know the difference a stable home can make. Affordable, safe, secure homes give people a foundation o... Know more
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