I am looking for a Head of Technology Operations to join a growing UK-based organisation at a critical stage of development. This is a senior leadership role, reporting directly to the Board, with responsibility for ensuring that technology systems, infrastructure, and governance effectively support business growth, operational efficiency, and security.
The successful candidate will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership across IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data management, and supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and develop the Technology/IT function, providing clear direction and accountability
Define and deliver the organisation's technology and IT operations strategy
Act as a trusted advisor to the Board, presenting technology risks, opportunities, and investment cases
Drive continuous improvement through the adoption of appropriate technologies
Technology Operations
Oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring systems are reliable, scalable, and fit for purpose
Maintain and improve performance, availability, and resilience of infrastructure, networks, applications, and data platforms
Ensure effective patching, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes
Cybersecurity & Data Governance
Establish, maintain, and enforce cybersecurity and data protection policies