Senior Platform Manager

5 months ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Virgin Media O2 Full time

Senior Platform Manager – Retail Technology Operations

This is a critical leadership role reporting to the Head of Application Operations governing the delivery of IT application and business services to the customer. This role will have accountability for assuring the operational management and end-to-end service delivery of all applications delivered by our internal teams and third-party suppliers.

Working with Leaders across the wider CTO/CIO domain you will be expected to achieve the highest levels of service excellence for VMO2 customers. We are looking for a candidate that demonstrates a relentless focus on service and a deep understanding of how technology and service deliver outcomes for our customers.

The role would be well suited for a candidate with a technical background comprising both infrastructure and applications, with proven ability leading teams of 10-20. Experience and understanding of telecoms retail operations would be highly advantageous.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an  equal opportunities employer  and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

Technically highly capable with an extensive background in Operational and Service Management. Experienced in delivering IT service using multiple methodologies, i.e., Waterfall, Agile Experience in a service delivery environment where the product and service are heavily dependent on IT platforms and rapidly evolving technology. Significant experience in leading development and support teams in a dynamic and fast-paced, global environment Strategic and objective decision making demonstrating balanced consideration of technical and business issues, and individual and team goals Exceptional understanding of the budgeting cycle including the ability to work with the Finance and other Senior leaders on organizational planning and strategy for 3–5-year outlook. The other stuff we are looking for Exceptional understanding of the budgeting cycle including the ability to work with the Finance and other Senior leaders on organizational planning and strategy for 3–5-year outlook. Strong track record of overseeing complex IT environments with experience in the communications sector The ability to continually monitor and improve applications and platforms developing a fully lifecycle ethos. What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

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