Business Systems Manager

Business Systems Manager
Brisbane CBD | $160,000 + Super

We're partnering with a well-established organisation seeking a hands-on Business Systems Manager to take ownership of a critical applications and database environment supporting core business operations.

This is a broad role suited to someone who enjoys sitting between the business and technology teams, while remaining technically hands on. You'll oversee a portfolio of business-critical applications, manage vendor relationships, drive upgrades and improvements, support SQL environments, and ensure systems remain stable, secure and fit for purpose.

The environment is heavily Microsoft-focused and built around commercial off-the-shelf platforms integrated to support operational and corporate functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting a portfolio of enterprise applications and databases
• Acting as the key escalation point for application-related incidents and issues
• Driving software upgrades, patching, lifecycle planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Working closely with vendors and third-party support providers
• Supporting SQL Server administration, integrations and database performance
• Partnering with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and improve systems capability
• Contributing to technology roadmaps, planning and future-state initiatives
• Monitoring application performance, availability, security and compliance

About You

• Previous experience in a Business Systems Manager, Applications Manager, Systems Manager or similar role
• Strong hands-on experience supporting enterprise applications environments
• Solid Microsoft SQL Server administration and troubleshooting capability
• Experience working with vendors, software providers and managed services
• Understanding of ITIL/service management environments
• Ability to operate autonomously and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Why This Role?

• This is a senior, high-trust role that offers a lot of ownership and influence
• Stable, long-term environment with major systems uplift initiatives underway
• Opportunity to shape application and systems maturity across the organisation

Tenured team and collaborative, low-ego culture with strong internal stakeholder engagement.

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