Role: Head of IT
Company: Digital Media / PR Agency
Location: Central London
Salary: £90k-£110k+ Basic + excellent package
We are seeking a Head of IT for a newly-created role at an award-winning digital agency in Central London. This role is aimed at elevating the IT, technology, and digital service provision within the business, serving both an internal user base of around 400 people and clients in a client-facing capacity.
The Head of IT will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for assembling a team of around 20 individuals within the IT team by bringing previously outsourced IT back in-house.
About the Head of IT role
The successful candidate will lead the IT function at a digital agency that provides services to SMEs and FTSE-250 corporates. The business is on an impressive growth trajectory. The Head of IT will play a critical role in maturing the IT services and engaging with clients in digital projects.
Candidate requirements
* Experienced as an IT Manager or Head of IT
* Strong business acumen, with the ability to bridge the gap between business and IT
* Proficient in Agile methodologies
* Previous experience in agency, blue‑chip, or consulting environments
* Excellent leadership skills to oversee a team of 20 IT staff, including Helpdesk and DevOps
* Exceptional client-facing skills
Working environment
The Head of IT role has the potential for a hybrid working model.
If you are an experienced Head of IT or senior‑level IT professional with a passion for driving digital transformation and leading IT teams, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Linear Executive Search is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy in the process of recruiting a Head of IT for our client. Both we and our client are Equal Opportunities Employers.
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