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SalaryN Brown – who we are and why work for us?
At N Brown, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment that values equality for all. Our vision is that by ‘championing inclusion, we’ll become the most loved and trusted fashion retailer’. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging are, therefore, at the heart of our culture.
We’re a forward-thinking digital retailer with a financial services proposition to be proud of. We’re customer-obsessed, serving them through three core brands: JD Williams, Simply Be, and Jacamo. We’re experienced, with over 160 years of trading under our belt. We’re inclusive, as we believe in fashion without boundaries; and we’re sustainable, striving to make as little impact on the planet as possible.
The role
We’re looking for an Mainframe Operations Lead to lead a programme of tactical and strategic incentives to manage and deliver the day to day activities and projects related to Corporate IT and infrastructure. You’ll be proactive in supporting new initiatives, ensuring effective and timely delivery. Have experience working Scrum / Kanban as well as having the knowledge and understanding of Mainframe technologies and terminology. You’ll collaborate with our external supplier to challenge existing processes in addition to experience with Kyndryl Zcloud and services
What’s in it for you?
- Hybrid working
- 24 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) with the option to buy an additional 10 days
- Annual bonus scheme
- Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
- Access to Apricity, a self-funding IVF benefit at a reduced rate
- Company pension with up to 8% N Brown contribution
- Mental Health support both internally and externally, including access to our wellbeing champions and counselling services
- A range of financial wellbeing support
- Colleague discount across all N Brown brands
- Onsite café with subsidised rates and local restaurant discounts!
- Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance
- Paid volunteer time – all our colleagues can take a full day paid to volunteer for a charity of their choice
What will you do as anMainframe Delivery Leadat N Brown?
- Ownership of Mainframe performance and day 2 day operations. i.e backup, storage and reporting.
- Raising all mainframe Infrastructure (PAAS, SAAS, IAAS) related request and technically own it
- Deliver the Infrastructure blueprint implementations via engaging various platform teams like – (Architecture, PMO, Networks, DBA, SSG, ITsec, etc)
- Support PEN / DR testing from any Infrastructure & Network setup/configuration for 3rd parties by liaising with (InfoSec, SSG)
- The Continuous Delivery & Operations org wide Platform Infrastructure changes and support.
- Support Release & Change Management
- Point of contact for Kyndryl, SSG and Vertali
- Responsible for interacting with Mainframe Application SMEs, Mainframe ISV software vendors, and the Mainframe hosting partner.
- Advocate for Mainframe changes and liaising with Logistics for operational understanding and schedules.
What skills and experience will you have?
- Experience working in similar role and delivering projects and Scrum/Kanban
- Operational knowledge and understanding of Mainframe technologies and terminology.
- Knowledge of Kyndryl Zcloud hosting and services.
- Demonstrable knowledge of ISV software migrations and 3rd party management.
Ways of Working
We offer hybrid working which varies across the business depending on the role you’re in. For this role, the expectation would be as requested or necessary to meet with suppliers. Our Head Office is located in the Northern Quarter in Manchester City Centre. So if you are travelling by train, tram or bus we’re perfectly located, plus we’re surrounded by cool cafes, trendy bars and the best places to eat!
Our working hours are 36.17 per week and our core working hours are between 10am - 4pm. Given we don’t have strict working hours you can find the working pattern that’s right for you.
Our promise to you:
We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
What happens when you apply to a role at N Brown?
As soon as we receive your application, we’ll send you an email to let you know. We always aim to come back to you as soon as possible with an update and we really appreciate you taking the time to apply for a role with us. Good luck!
