Lead Developer​/Development Manager

Lead Developer / Software Development Manager

Gloucestershire (Primarily Office-Based)
Salary: c £70,000 + Benefits

This highly visible role is responsible for shaping software strategy, building internal development capability, and reducing reliance on external suppliers by bringing key systems and platforms in‑house. It requires strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive organisational change.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small software development team, with the scope to grow the function over time.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.
• Manage relationships with third‑party suppliers and development partners.
• Create and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems in‑house.
• Take ownership of software applications, web platforms, and digital products.
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and development practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and organisational performance through technology.
• Contribute to technical design, development and solution delivery where required.
• Promote best practice in software development, security and Agile delivery.

• Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing software developers.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Proven ability to drive change, improve systems and implement new ways of working.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how technology supports organisational performance.
• Experience working with third‑party suppliers and outsourced development partners.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong problem‑solving skills.

• PHP development
• C# / .NET development
• Web application development
• SQL and database technologies
• API integrations
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Agile delivery environments
• Modern software development practices

• Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Power Platform
• Power BI
• Word Press

You may currently be a Lead Developer, Technical Lead, or Development Manager looking for an opportunity to shape a function and make a lasting impact. You will be collaborative, credible, commercially aware and comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands‑on involvement.

The role is primarily based at the organisation's Gloucestershire headquarters, particularly during onboarding and the transition period. A London office location may be considered for the right candidate.

• Opportunity to shape and influence technology strategy.
• High levels of ownership and autonomy.
• Chance to build and develop an internal software capability.
• Significant stakeholder exposure.
• Long‑term career growth and development opportunities.