Deputy IT Development Manager - Oracle APEX

Location

Northwich, Cheshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Deputy IT Development Manager - Oracle APEX 22.1

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a team player to join the Bank during an exciting period of growth. We are looking for a Deputy IT Development Manager to work within the dedicated IT Development team in Northwich, Cheshire.

The Access Bank UK Ltd is the first Bank in London to be awarded Platinum status by Investors in People (IIP) in 2020 demonstrating our commitment to high performance through good people management and strong company culture. This means there is a focus on clearly defined set of core values and the Bank encourages a sense of individual ownership and talent development whilst fostering team spirit and career progression.

We are looking for a Deputy IT Development Manager to work within the dedicated IT team in Northwich, Cheshire and this role will report to the IT Development Manager.

A bout the role

The role will be responsible for the Bank’s IT capability. Detailed analysis, design and / or development of IT applications and the feasibility of technical solutions will be required within the context of the Bank’s business objectives. This covers system design, development and implementation, and involves liaison with users and the provision of technical advice, support and consultancy. Other tasks include:

• Carry out development, testing and implementation of software and systems including enhancements to the OTIS application.
• Design, test and implement Business Objects reports and assign this work to other team members.
• Recommend and design solutions for related project work as well as broad system improvements.
• Act as technical expert for application-related activities guiding and directing the IT Development team
• Ensure adherence to relevant controls, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Ensure that the team provides a high standard of support to members of staff for all business systems.
• Manage the IT Development team including conducting staff appraisals and staff development.
• Mentoring and equipping the IT Development team to effectively support the business.

• Assist the IT Systems Manager to lead on the planning and scheduling of project(s) timeline and delivery
• Support the IT Systems Manager to deliver of project(s) to agreed standards and timelines
• Participate in a strategic conversation reviewing IT and shared services performance.
• Lead and empower the IT systems team

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in business application design, development and support preferably with an application development background
• Experience of creating and executing rigorous system test plans
• Logical thinker with a strong ability to problem solve
• The ability to work under own initiative and to strict deadlines
• Meticulous in approach
• A good team player able to motivate, direct and effectively lead the team
• Ability to communicate both effectively, clearly and professionally both within the team and with staff at all levels in the Bank.

Technical requirements:

• Oracle APEX 22.1
• Proven Oracle 12c or above database experience.
• PL/SQL, Oracle APEX development.
• Business Objects desirable but not essential as training can be provided.
• Exposure to Agile and/or traditional development methodologies.
• Systems and UAT testing.
• Office Technology systems knowledge.
• Bank processing & procedure knowledge.
• Technology products & services knowledge with ability to research current industry trends, threats and opportunities.

Why join IT?

IT development enables you as an individual to play a key role within the bank to embrace both new and existing technologies in a creative and innovative manner, to further enhance the banks banking platform. The team work hard to collaborate and assist colleagues across the Bank to provide the very best customer experience.

Why work with The Access Bank UK Ltd?

At The Access Bank UK we are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential through providing continuous learning opportunities and the tools and training to help them grow.

We encourage a sense of individual ownership whilst fostering team spirit and are firmly committed to the diversity of our workforce. We are proud to have achieved the Investors in People Platinum accreditation, which is recognised across the world as a mark of excellence.

We are guided by our Core Values :

• Excellence
• Innovation
• Passion for Customers
• Professionalism
• Empowered Employees
• Leadership

Benefits

• Hybrid Working
• Bonus Scheme
• Sponsored Training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mentoring Scheme
• Company Events & Awards
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Dress down Friday & Friday breakfast

As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Access Bank UK Ltd

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