R2R103275 - Business Portfolio Manager

at  South End City Council

Your New Organisation:
Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.
Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.
Your new role:
The Business Portfolio Manager acts as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to business leaders, aligning technology solutions with the Council’s strategic vision and service outcomes. This role ensures that the Council’s digital roadmaps are outcome-focused, deliver clear ROI, and maximize value from technology investments. Serving as the key interface between ICT and business areas, the role facilitates collaboration, drives strategic alignment, and manages a cohesive technology portfolio. It also fosters innovation and ensures partnerships with external organizations are strategically aligned to achieve shared goals.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Flexible and adaptable work style; strong demonstrated work ethic that emphasizes customer focus, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Broad knowledge across technology, digital and data (including mobile, cloud, ERP, business intelligence, portals, web, IoT) and the ability to quickly assimilate new skills.
• Experience in developing and leading IT- business relationships, and driving tangible business outcomes through identification and delivery of technology and digital solutions.

What you’ll get in return:
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the “Why Work For Us?” tab.
What you need to do now:
If you are interested in this role, please click ‘apply online’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If you would like a copy of either the Job Description please click here
Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.
The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.

Please refer the Job description for details