Salary: £38,500 - 71,500 per year Requirements: Proven IT leadership experience (Head of IT / IT Director level) Strong track record delivering projects and leading teams in complex environments Commercial mindset with experience managing budgets and delivering value Background in cloud technologies (Azure or AWS) and IT service frameworks (ITIL) Experience in retail or multi-site environments is highly advantageous Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior level A hands-on, pragmatic leader who can operate at pace Responsibilities: Lead and develop the Ireland IT function, setting clear direction and standards Deliver key technology projects and system implementations end-to-end Partner with senior business stakeholders to align IT with commercial goals Drive digital innovation to enhance customer and in-store experience Own IT budgets, ensuring strong ROI and cost control Improve systems, processes, and reporting to optimise performance Ensure resilience, security, and continuity across a distributed retail environment Collaborate with Group IT on wider strategic initiatives Technologies: AWS Azure Cloud ITIL Security More: We are partnering with a high-growth retail business to appoint an IT Director to lead their Ireland function at a critical stage of expansion and transformation. This role offers a strong blend of strategy and hands-on execution, allowing you to drive innovation and ensure robust technology in a fast-paced, multi-site operation. We offer a competitive salary of €145k - €155k base, plus a 20% bonus, health benefits, and pension. Join us in this high-impact leadership role with real ownership and visibility, and contribute to shaping IT in a growing, international business. last updated 18 week of 2026