Head of Technology Teams (SAP)

We have a rare opportunity for you! This exciting technically focused Head of Technology Teams (SAP) role will be the leader for a multi-disciplined SAP focused technical team. You will have technical vision and knowledge of SAP enabling you to devise strategies aiding in both technology development and the development of team members.

Alongside the responsibility for the seamless delivery of an evolving change portfolio you will also need to be an inspiring manager to grow high performing technical teams. The human element within this is vital as you will need to support team members day to day providing awe inspiring leadership. Bringing together new ways of working, such as agile practices and improved use of tooling to support delivery. You will collaborate daily with other teams and have a proven technology background, which is essential to this role.

You will report to the CTO and will work closely with other Product teams, Senior/Executive sponsors, business leads, visionaries and other key stakeholders to apply leadership, delivery skills and insight to deliver and embed successful technology change throughout the University.

The University of Sheffield delivers life-enhancing research, innovation and education - come and join one of the teams that makes that possible. In IT Services, we’re dedicated to providing excellent IT systems, services and infrastructure to meet the needs of our students and colleagues. Our world is dynamic and so are we. We work closely with everyone who uses IT at the University, to make sure it works for them, so they can focus on improving themselves and the world around us. So if you want to support the next generations of students, leaders and researchers, we want you on our team.

We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University.

We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

What We Offer –

●41 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days.
●Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
●A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible.
●A highly competitive pension scheme.
●Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
●A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
●An inclusive and diverse workplace.
●A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.