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Contract type - full time
Work Style - Flexible: working from home with at least 1 day per week in the council offices
About The Role
Are you passionate about delivering innovative digital solutions that make a real difference to local communities? The City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking a talented IT Developer to join our Digital & IT team. You’ll play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing enterprise solutions that support the council’s digital transformation and service improvement agenda.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the design, development, and integration of business systems.
* Design develop, and deliver technical solutions for enterprise and business software applications, including data migration, business intelligence, and interfaces.
* Lead on systems analysis, systems design, and the successful development and implementation of software applications.
* Provide trusted advice on technology, application functionality, business processes, data structures, and reporting.
* Work collaboratively with business and technical colleagues, as well as external suppliers, to ensure quality and strategic development of solutions.
* Maintain and develop documentation, test plans, and implementation strategies.
* Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, ensuring service continuity and quality assurance.
* Contribute to the adoption of best practices, standards, and methodologies within the ICT development process.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong understanding of enterprise business processes and IT systems in a local government environment (e.g., ERP, CRM, EDRM).
* Experience in developing and supporting Microsoft .NET applications, SQL Server, SharePoint, and related technologies.
* Proven track record in systems analysis, solution design, and the full software development lifecycle.
* Experience in data migration, business intelligence, and integration between business applications.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Ability to work flexibly, manage multiple priorities, and deliver to tight deadlines.
* Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent relevant experience.
Desirable Skills
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Apps Portals, and advanced Microsoft Office tools.
* Knowledge of ITIL, service management, and business analysis techniques.
* Experience working with external ICT solution providers and modern ERP technology.
Personal Qualities
* Professional, solution-oriented, and customer-focused approach.
* Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement.
* Ability to work collaboratively and support colleagues at all levels.
Why Join Us
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Opportunity to make a real impact on services delivered to Wolverhampton residents, visitors, and businesses.
* Supportive and inclusive team environment.
* Commitment to your professional development.
Please ensure your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria outlined above.
Closing date for applications: 14th November 2025
For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact mike.allen@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents.
Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions, advocating for their opportunities and potential.
We've received the Stonewall Gold Award, emphasising our dedication to the LGBT+ community by nurturing an inspiring, inclusive, and equal workplace.
As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark signifies our active engagement with racial equality. These recognitions validate our continuous efforts towards fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values our diverse employees.
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post.
We encourage, inspire and value an inclusive culture here at the council where employees can flourish, thrive and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums for employees to join. These help to ensure our employees have a voice, they feel empowered to speak up and where everyone is treated with respect - Learn more about the staff equality forums here
We are committed to the fair treatment of all our employees, potential employees, or users of our service regardless of offending background. The Council uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for any vacancies that require a DBS check to obtain information about applicants to assess their suitability for employment in positions of trust. We do not discriminate unfairly on any individual on the basis of a conviction or any other information revealed as a result of a DBS disclosure - Learn more here
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