Director of Technology and Transformation

Are you a strategic technology leader with the vision and drive to shape a business-wide digital future? My client are seeking a commercially minded Director of Technology and Transformation to lead transformation, strengthen operational excellence, and ensure technology delivers real value across the organisation.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a pivotal role that will influence the next phase of the organisations technology journey by building a responsive, collaborative, and forward-thinking IT function.

Key Areas of Delivery

• Translate our IT and digital strategy into a clear execution roadmap with milestones, accountability and measurable impact.
• Lead major transformation programmes, including AI adoption, automation, and end-to-end process integration.
• Work closely with senior leadership to shape priorities that support growth, profitability and an enhanced customer experience.
• Evolve the IT operating model to focus on innovation, service excellence and strong business partnership.
• Strengthen governance, security and risk management frameworks.
• Modernise infrastructure through cloud-first, secure and scalable technology solutions.
• Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity and cyber-security programmes to ensure organisational resilience.
• Manage budgets effectively and maximise ROI across all IT investments.
• Promote a culture of proactive engagement, ensuring IT collaborates closely and effectively across the Group.
• Present complex technical concepts in a clear, concise and commercial manner to non-technical stakeholders.
• Build strong vendor relationships to ensure high performance, value and innovation.
• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing IT team with a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous learning.
• Champion innovation, inclusion and empowerment across the function.
• Build succession strength and deepen technical capability within the team.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and assess how they can support future growth and efficiency.

Key Experience and Skills

• Experience working in a multi site environment and delivering transformation.
• Experience delivering AI strategy including process optimisation and data agenda.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build trusted, long-term relationships across all levels.
• In depth knowledge of Cyber security threats and mitigation strategy.
• A collaborative, approachable leadership style with the ability to influence and inspire.
• Adaptability in fast-moving environments where priorities shift and new opportunities emerge.
• A commitment to continuous learning, personal development and staying current with industry and regulatory changes.
• A proactive approach to supporting colleagues and taking on reasonable additional responsibilities when required.