At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead IT strategy and operations while driving technology improvements and project delivery.
- Company: Dynamic organisation in West London, embracing technology growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £80k pro rata, hybrid work model, and impactful leadership role.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with global teams and drive significant technology transformation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of technology in a growing company and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in senior IT roles with strong technical and project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of IT to join a growing organisation at an exciting stage of its technology journey. This is a hands-on leadership role for a well-rounded technology professional who can provide strategic direction while remaining close to the day-to-day operational and project requirements of the business.
The organisation currently operates with no dedicated Head of IT or on-site IT leadership, relying heavily on offshore technology teams and external partners for support. As the business continues to grow, there is a need for an experienced individual who can act as the local technology lead, drive improvements across systems and processes, and provide a clear technology roadmap for the future.
This role would suit someone with a broad technical background who is comfortable working across infrastructure, applications, third-party suppliers, business systems, and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities- Act as the senior technology lead for the UK business.
- Provide leadership and oversight across all IT systems, applications, and technology services.
- Manage relationships with offshore technology teams and third-party support providers.
- Identify opportunities to improve existing systems, processes, and technology operations.
- Lead and deliver technology projects from inception through to completion.
- Work closely with business stakeholders to understand operational requirements and translate them into technology solutions.
- Support and optimise the use of core business applications, including NetSuite and associated SaaS platforms.
- Review and improve integration processes, including EDI-related workflows.
- Establish technology governance, best practices, and documentation where required.
- Provide guidance on future technology investments and strategic initiatives.
- Previous experience operating as a Head of IT, IT Manager, Technology Manager, or similar senior technology leadership role.
- Broad technical knowledge across infrastructure, applications, cloud services, and business systems.
- Strong project management experience with a proven track record of delivering technology and business change initiatives.
- Experience managing third-party suppliers and offshore technology teams.
- Solid understanding of ERP systems, particularly NetSuite.
- Experience working with EDI integrations and related business processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to operate effectively in a standalone technology leadership position.
- Experience with Anaplan.
- Experience within manufacturing, distribution, consumer goods, or supply chain-driven environments.
- Previous experience supporting businesses through periods of growth and technology transformation.
- Experience working with globally distributed teams and outsourced service providers.
