Business Solutions Design Manager - leading Educational InstitutionPurpose of the RoleLead the delivery of high-quality business solutions design and configuration services.Provide systems and business analysis across key enterprise applications.Oversee ongoing configuration and optimization of the SITS student administration system.Support continuous improvement across a broad suite of integrated enterprise systems.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementLead and manage the Application Design & Development team.Mentor and guide systems/business analysts in day-to-day activities.Prioritise workload, plan team activities, and align work with IT policies and standards.Allocate resources to projects and ensure high-quality deliverables.Solution Design & DevelopmentManage design and development across the full solution lifecycle.Define standards and best practices for enterprise application configuration and integration.Lead design, configuration, documentation, testing and deployment of SITS solutions.Support integration and third-party solution delivery (e.g., Power Apps).Technical & Business AnalysisProvide systems and business analysis services to stakeholders.Ensure consistent, future-proofed solution design across all team outputs.Guide end users in selecting optimal system processes and solutions.Conduct robust testing, including regression testing for major annual upgrades.Operational & ClericalMaintain accurate records of all team activities and solution portfolios.Ensure full and clear documentation for all deliverables.Support administrative and staff management duties required for the role.Ensure project management standards are followed across solution development.Stakeholder & Vendor EngagementWork closely with business areas to gather and prioritise requirements.Manage and track change requests through portfolio tools.Collaborate with internal IT teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery.Align solution delivery with organisational priorities, annual academic cycles and strategic plans.GeneralRepresent the department at meetings and deputise for colleagues as required.Undertake additional duties as needed.The salary for this role is between €90,000 to €111,700 per year depending on relevant experience. There is a 35 hour working week and the role is Hybrid. Location is Dublin City. To apply for this role please email your cv to (email protected)