Your new company A national organisation at the heart of a thriving industry, currently undergoing a major digital transformation. With a strong reputation and a values-driven culture, this not-for-profit entity supports a diverse membership base and is committed to innovation, collaboration, and service excellence. Your new role As the organisation's first Head of IT, you'll shape and deliver a long-term IT strategy aligned with business priorities and digital transformation goals. This hands-on leadership role includes overseeing IT operations, enhancing system reliability, strengthening cybersecurity, and leading key projects. You'll collaborate closely with senior leadership and manage a small, dedicated team to deliver resilient, secure, and user-focused digital services. What you'll need to succeed * Substantial experience in a senior IT leadership role, ideally within a small/medium-sized business or not-for-profit environment * Proven track record of leading IT transformation, simplifying infrastructure, and improving service delivery * Strong understanding of system integration, data governance, and cybersecurity * Experience managing internal IT teams and external vendors/service providers * Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to delivery * Skilled communicator, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences * Strong project management skills and experience in change delivery * Positive, solution-focused mindset aligned with organisational values * Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for travel if required What you'll get in return * Hybrid and flexible working * 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays * Pension 4% employee 5% employer (matched up to 10%) * Health cash plan, life assurance, employee discount scheme, and more * Tailored induction and development support * A collaborative culture where your impact will be valued What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk