Head of Systems | Technology & Services | Reading | Permanent | £90-100k + Bonus
The Company
Our client is a high-growth technology and services company at the forefront of digital transformation. With a strong cloud-first vision, they deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower employees, delight customers, and scale seamlessly with business needs. This is a rare chance to join a business that combines innovation with operational excellence.
Why this opportunity is a career-defining move:
* A rapidly expanding business with a clear technology roadmap
* Strong investment in enterprise systems and digital transformation projects
* A culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and professional development
* The opportunity to lead major system integration and automation initiatives
* A dynamic environment where your leadership will directly influence growth and success
The Role
As
Head of Systems
, you will own the strategic direction, integration, and optimization of enterprise business platforms. This is both a visionary and hands-on leadership role, perfect for someone who thrives on transforming technology landscapes while inspiring high-performing teams. You'll oversee mission-critical platforms such as CRM (
Salesforce
), ERP/Finance, ITSM, HRIS, and Billing systems, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with the business strategy.
Key aspects of the role:
* Shape and execute the enterprise systems strategy to support business growth and digital transformation
* Oversee system architecture, integration, and optimization of CRM, ERP, ITSM, HRIS, and billing platforms
* Lead system transformation projects, including automation, upgrades, and cloud migrations
* Build, mentor, and inspire a team of system administrators, engineers, and developers
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align systems strategy with business objectives and deliver operational excellence
Your Experience
We are seeking a proven
enterprise systems leader
with the vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to drive transformation at scale. You will bring both strategic thinking and hands-on experience in systems delivery, with a track record of enabling businesses to succeed through technology.
The ideal candidate will bring:
* Proven leadership in enterprise systems strategy, architecture, and integration within a cloud-first environment
* Experience across key platforms including Salesforce, Finance, HRIS, and ITSM tools
* Strong knowledge of business process automation, ERP and CRM system integration, and system scalability
* Demonstrated success in leading teams through transformation, scaling, and change management
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across the business
This job is perfect for aspiring CIO's looking for a role where they can focus on Systems and business transformation.
Next Steps
This
Head of Systems job in Reading
is in high demand and won't be available for long. If you're an experienced systems leader ready to take on an enterprise-level challenge, hit the apply button today or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Whether your background is in CRM, ERP, IT strategy, or enterprise system transformation, this is your chance to make a real impact.