Head of IT & Digital

Our client, a well-established organisation undergoing exciting digital change, is seeking a Head of IT to take ownership of their technology strategy and day-to-day operations. This is a leadership role that blends hands-on technical expertise with strategic oversight, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact across the business.

As Head of IT, you will:

• Lead and mentor a team of 4 IT professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and development.

• Oversee a Microsoft hybrid cloud environment, ensuring resilience, scalability, and security.

• Provide hands-on technical support where necessary, acting as an escalation point for the team.

• Shape and deliver the organisation's digital strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Manage IT budgets, procurement, and supplier relationships to maximise value and efficiency.

• Drive improvements in cybersecurity, compliance, and governance.

• Partner with senior stakeholders to support technology-enabled growth and transformation.

We're looking for a strong leader who combines technical depth with commercial awareness.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in an IT leadership role (Head of IT, IT Manager, or similar).

• A solid background in Microsoft technologies (Azure, Office 365, Windows Server) within hybrid cloud environments.

• The ability to balance strategic leadership with practical, hands-on involvement.

• Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships.

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience of managing direct reports.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Flexibility to be on-site at least 3 days per week.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• A genuine opportunity to shape IT strategy within a supportive organisation.

• A role that combines hands-on technical influence with strategic leadership.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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