Director of IT

Job title: Director of IT

Location; Uxbridge (4 days on site)

Salary: Up to £95k + £5k car allowance

Role Purpose

This a great opportunity to join the business as the Director of IT and lead their ongoing digital transformation. This role drives innovation, sets the vision for technology, and ensures alignment with business objectives and community impact goals.

Working closely with the Senior Executive Team you will provide strategic leadership for IT security, business intelligence, and business continuity, ensuring the organisation remains ahead of technological trends and delivers value through digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the technology strategy and roadmap for the business .
  • Lead IT service delivery and transformation teams.
  • Ensure robust cybersecurity, governance, and compliance frameworks.
  • Drive innovation through AI, automation, and advanced analytics.
  • Oversee infrastructure, systems, and business intelligence capabilities.
  • Manage technology budgets and promote a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  • Act as a strategic advisor on digital enablement and technology risks.

Key skills / experience:

  • Experience: 10+ years in senior IT leadership, with proven success in digital transformation and innovation.
  • Expertise: IT strategy, governance, cybersecurity, data analytics, and risk management.
  • Skills: Strategic thinker, strong leadership, excellent communication, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Qualifications: Degree in IT or related field (Master’s preferred); relevant technical certifications such as Microsoft Dynamics and Cloud technologies.

Click apply or get in touch with Joe Bigsby on 0203 826 6747 or j.bigsby@nigelfrank.com. Please note applicants need to be eligible for SC Clearance and will not consider candidates who require sponsorship.

Nigel Frank are the go-to recruiter for Azure, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform roles in the UK, offering more opportunities across the country than any other. We’re closely aligned with Microsoft technology strategy and can offer expertise, efficiency and candidate base that no other agency in the UK can. Nigel Frank International Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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