At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic IT initiatives and engage with senior stakeholders to maximise business value.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a culture that embraces change and champions best practices.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping IT strategies in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of IT Business Partner experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
Contract - Must be immediately available. Start 10th of August or within one week is essential. Inside IR35 - Up to £800 per day. Stevenage is head office - hybrid working.
Need a seasoned IT Business Partner to come into a strategic partner role from day 1. Must have at least 5 years IT BP Experience. Need to be available ASAP/immediately.
Demand Management- Lead scoping, analysis and priority-setting for strategic divisional initiatives, working closely with divisional decision-makers.
- Engage senior stakeholders to maximise business value from both new and existing services.
- Develop demand management capabilities and ensure strong alignment with operational and change processes.
- Facilitate high-quality business cases with clear benefits, managed risks and strong alignment to strategic goals.
- Shape and maintain the divisional demand roadmap, aligning it with the broader strategic business platform model.
- Lead the development of comprehensive stakeholder strategies and engagement plans.
- Build long-term, trusted relationships with divisional leaders to support service excellence and change.
- Act as the primary point of contact-ensuring clear alignment, transparent communication and fit-for-purpose agreements.
- Monitor stakeholder relationships, capture feedback and drive continuous improvement in communication and collaboration.
- Balance long-term strategic outcomes with pragmatic, incremental improvements that deliver immediate value.
- Champion the behavioural and cultural shifts required to support successful delivery.
- Ensure delivered solutions create durable, measurable business value.
- Act as a champion for IT best practice, innovation and modern business platform design.
- Ensure divisional objectives are enabled through excellent use of Business Platforms and aligned to our Thriving Together strategy.
- Serve as a role model for change-encouraging teams to embrace new ways of working and driving a culture of accountability and adaptability.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technology into business outcomes.
- A pragmatic, delivery-focused leader with the ability to balance strategic ambition with real-world constraints.
- Highly collaborative with the ability to bring diverse teams together and create alignment.
- Strong working knowledge of Agile ways of working.
IT Strategic Business Partner - Highways/Transport in Stevenage employer: MORGAN PHILIPS UK LIMITED
As the UK's largest water retailer, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our Business Development Managers enjoy a dynamic environment where they can thrive, supported by comprehensive training and growth opportunities tailored to enhance their skills in the corporate landscape. With a commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions, our team members are empowered to make a meaningful impact while enjoying competitive benefits and a strong sense of community.
