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More about the team

The Digitisation Team is a key part of the IT function. This is an exciting time to join a growing area of the Group.

More about your role 

Reporting to the Head of Digitisation, the Salesforce Engineering Manager will play a key role in the build and development of high performing engineering teams, whose role it is to deliver and continuously improve our Digitisation technology capabilities.

As well as being responsible for the development of the team members, you will deliver elements of the strategic short and long-term Salesforce roadmap. Working closely with Product Managers, you will be responsible for the delivery of strategic digitisation solutions. 

In addition, to ensuring that the engineered solutions and changes are documented, you will work with Solutions Architects and other Engineering managers to produce and maintain detailed technical architecture designs for the Group's Salesforce estate.

At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory.

More about you

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building and leading high performing teams. Experience in Salesforce platform product development and configuration as well as an understanding of digitisation concepts are also desired.

Skills/ Experience

• 3-5 years experience within a similar role,
• Experience leading and managing teams,
• Hands on experience working in the Salesforce platform.

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. 

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: 

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please call the recruitment team on 01772 666555.

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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