Technology Strategy Director in Hampshire

Company Description/ Business Unit

Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week)

Employment Type: Permanent, full time

Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance

Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again. For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Technology Strategy Director means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.

Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.

This is the job

Shape the future of technology at one of the UK's most recognised brands. Technology sits at the heart of how we support millions of members and customers across the UK. As our new Technology Strategy Director, you will define the long-term technology direction for a business investing in modern platforms, digital transformation and engineering excellence. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, you will shape the strategic vision that enables innovation at scale while ensuring our technology foundations remain secure, resilient and built for sustainable growth.

This newly created executive role gives you the opportunity to establish and shape the Technology Strategy function from the ground up. Working closely with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, Data, Digital and Operations, you will influence how technology is delivered across the organisation, champion architectural excellence and help accelerate the next stage of our transformation. This is a pivotal opportunity to leave a lasting legacy in an organisation that is investing heavily in its digital future.

What will I be doing?

• Define and lead the enterprise technology strategy, ensuring technology investments directly support business priorities, growth and long-term transformation.
• Develop and oversee the strategic technology and architecture roadmap across cloud, platforms, data, integration and core systems, balancing innovation with modernisation and technical debt.
• Partner with Executive and senior business leaders to translate strategic objectives into prioritised, deliverable technology outcomes that maximise value.
• Establish strong technology governance, architectural standards and decision-making frameworks that enable secure, resilient and scalable delivery.
• Lead the evolution of the Technology operating model, driving continuous improvement, greater delivery effectiveness and stronger organisational capability.
• Act as a trusted executive advisor, providing clear insight, strategic challenge and recommendations to senior leadership and Board level stakeholders.

What do I need?

• Significant experience leading enterprise technology strategy within a large, complex organisation, with accountability for business wide technology direction.
• A proven track record of defining and delivering technology, engineering or architecture strategies that have enabled major business transformation.
• Deep knowledge of modern enterprise technology, including cloud platforms, enterprise architecture, engineering practices, data, integration and digital ecosystems.
• Experience influencing Executive and Board level stakeholders, with exceptional communication, relationship building and strategic leadership skills.
• Strong commercial and strategic judgement, with the ability to balance innovation, operational resilience, regulatory requirements and long-term value.
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with experience developing high performing teams and creating environments where people can thrive.

Additional information

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
• Plus, so much more!

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.