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Development and Automation Leader
Ipswich - Hybrid (3days on site)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum
REED Technology are looking for a Development and Automation Leader to spearhead our process optimisation initiatives and make the most of our business systems. This is a newly created leadership role where you’ll manage a small team of Automation Developers and Technical Business Partners, helping to transform how we work using low-code/no-code tools, such as Microsoft Power Platform.
You’ll be using your deep understanding of technology and automation to shape strategy, guide delivery, and lead change across the organisation.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead, mentor, and support a team of Automation Developers and Technical Business Partners.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to identify opportunities for automation and system improvement.
- Deliver end-to-end automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages) and iPaaS technologies such as Workato.
- Monitor and continuously improve automation solutions to maximise business impact.
- Provide insights and reporting on automation performance and process efficiencies.
- Champion the use of technology to streamline workflows and improve system adoption.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven leadership experience managing technology or automation teams.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform and cloud-based integration tools (e.g., Workato).
- Demonstrated success in delivering impactful business automation solutions.
- Excellent relationship-building, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
- A collaborative and proactive approach to process improvement and technology adoption.
- Business Process Automation
- Solution Design
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Software & System Integration
- Microsoft Power Platform
- SharePoint
- Jira
- Leadership and Team Development
- Strategic Thinking
- Change Management
- Adaptability and Problem Solving
- Strong Communication and Collaboration
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Experience in system implementation and integration.
- Project management experience or qualifications (PRINCE2, Agile).
- Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
What Success Looks Like
- Delivery of scalable, effective automation solutions.
- Increased business efficiency through optimised processes.
- Engaged and empowered team of developers and tech partners.
- High levels of satisfaction from business stakeholders.
If you have relevant experience and skills for this role, please apply using the link provided.
