Head of IT
Location: Leicester (3 days per week onsite)
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + Benefits
Sector: Manufacturing | c150 Users | c£80m Turnover
Are you an experienced IT leader with the presence to influence at board level and the pragmatism to get things done?
Do you thrive in a hands-on environment where technology directly impacts operations, efficiency and security?
I'm recruiting on behalf of an established and successful £80m turnover manufacturing business based in Leicester, who are looking for a Head of IT to own and mature the entire IT strategy, operations and cyber posture.
What You'll Do:
Lead and develop a small internal IT team (initially 2 direct reports) while managing offshore/outsourced partners
Own IT strategy, service delivery and infrastructure for 150 users across office and shop floor environments
Maintain and enhance Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001 compliance across systems, policies and processes
Implement ITIL aligned service management practices to ensure stability and uptime
Oversee suppliers, contracts and budgets whilst ensuring value and performance
Work closely with senior leadership to drive efficiency, resilience and innovation through technology
What You'll Bring:
Proven experience as Head of IT / IT Manager / IT Director within a manufacturing or industrial setting
Strong knowledge of Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, ITIL and supplier governance
Experience working with offshore or managed service partners
A balance of strategic thinking and hands-on delivery. You can set direction and roll up your sleeves
Excellent communication skills with the gravitas to engage at board level
Why Join Us?
Genuine ownership of IT across a growing, financially stable £80m business
Direct impact on operations, performance and resilience
Supportive leadership team and room to modernise / shape future roadmap
Competitive salary + benefits + future progression opportunity
RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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