Head of IT

Overview

Location: Dublin (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Type: Full-time Industry: Insurance

We're on the hunt for a Head of IT who's not just technically brilliant but who can lead, inspire, and deliver real impact across the organisation. You'll be at the helm of a skilled team of 10+ professionals, driving IT excellence across infrastructure, ERP, WMS, security, strategy, and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a multifunctional IT department, aligning services with the company's strategic goals.
• Oversee and mentor a team of engineers, analysts, and team leads.
• Own the integration and seamless performance of core systems - ERP, WMS, Website - ensuring customers' policies and claims flow smoothly.
• Be the go-to for senior management, translating tech talk into actionable business solutions.
• Set and execute a modern IT strategy with a sharp focus on innovation, security, scalability, and governance.
• Own IT budgets, vendor relationships, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Deliver mission-critical projects across infrastructure, automation, and digital transformation.
• Future-proof the business with top-tier security, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT (7+ in leadership), ideally in insurance or financial services.
• A sharp mind for strategic thinking and flawless operational execution.
• Proven experience leading high-performing teams and enterprise-scale IT operations.
• A track record of successful ERP and WMS implementations in complex environments.
• Deep understanding of cyber security, data protection, and INFOSEC best practices.
• Masterful project management skills - ITIL, PMP, PRINCE II or similar.
• A natural communicator with elite stakeholder management skills.

Ready to take the next step

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