Enterprise Applications Manager - Aerospace & Defense

Looking for a role with plenty of growth opportunities? Join a leading defence and national security technology organisation delivering innovative solutions for government and defence customers across the UK. The organisation advances critical capabilities through cutting-edge technology and technical expertise. The organisation is seeking an Enterprise Applications Manager to lead a newly formed Business Systems team across EMEA.

This senior role involves shaping the enterprise applications strategy, managing the full application lifecycle, leading application specialists, and influencing long-term technology direction while working closely with senior stakeholders. The role is hybrid, based in Cheltenham or London, with regional travel requirements. Ready to make a move? Get in touch and apply today! Responsibilities: Define and deliver a strategic roadmap for enterprise applications aligned to business priorities Lead the end-to-end application lifecycle, selection, implementation, upgrades, optimisation, and retirement Ensure reliability, availability, and performance of critical business systems Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of application specialists Partner with business units, IT service lines, and external vendors to deliver value-driven solutions Embed governance, security, and compliance standards across all enterprise applications Skills/Must Have: Proven experience in senior applications management or IT leadership Strong technical knowledge across enterprise ecosystems, ERP, PLM, BI, SaaS, integration technologies, Atlassian, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or ServiceNow Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence across matrixed organisations Strong stakeholder engagement, vendor management, and project delivery skills Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline Eligible for UK Government SC clearance (UK nationals only) Desirable: experience in manufacturing, engineering, or production environments, including secure or classified settings Benefits: Flexible working, including compressed fortnight option Private healthcare Cash health plan Holiday buy and sell scheme Career development and progression programmes Performance-based bonus Salary: Up to £95k + 8% Bonus