The Labour Party is seeking an exceptional Head of IT as they embark on a major digital and organisational transformation.
The Head of IT will be responsible for rebuilding, modernising, and elevating the IT function at one of the UK’s most high‑profile organisations, driving the systems, processes, and ways of working needed to take the Labour Party to the next level.
Operating in a high‑pressure, high‑consequence environment — from national campaigns to rapid by‑elections and the demands of Annual Conference — IT underpins every aspect of the Party’s work. With strong ambition and leadership support already in place, they now need a visionary, capable leader who can deliver real transformation. This is a role where your expertise and direction will have a visible, lasting impact across the entire organisation.
The Role
Leading a talented IT team to deliver excellence, reliability, and user confidence, you’ll be responsible for:
* Building service maturity from the ground up, introducing the governance, processes and ITIL frameworks a modern organisation needs
* Modernising their cloud environment, particularly in Azure
* Strengthening their cybersecurity posture in partnership with the NCSC
* Driving responsible adoption of AI, automation and modern technologies
Specifically you'll lead on:
* Shape the Labour Party’s IT strategy and technology roadmap
* Lead on IT risk, security, data protection, and compliance
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders
* Set and improve SLAs, processes, and user experience
* Ensure all staff can access the tools and support they need
* Develop and support IT professionals through clear direction and coaching
* Build a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement
Infrastructure & Modernisation
* Optimise their Azure environment
* Deliver modernisation projects across cloud, automation and core systems
* Lead high‑tempo event IT operations — especially Annual Conference
* Manage the IT budget
* Manage suppliers, negotiate contracts and ensure best value
The Person
As either an experienced Head of IT or ambitious IT Manager looking to make their mark, you will have:
* Led IT through significant change or service maturation
* Proven ability in managing and developing IT teams
* Demonstrable experience in improving IT service delivery and user satisfaction
* Proficiency in overseeing budgets, suppliers and contracts
* Managed a hybrid cloud (preferably Azure) environment
* Experience in political, membership or fast-paced environments
* Delivery of IT transformation, including AI adoption
Most importantly, you will bring:
* Strong leadership and communication
* Sound judgement and problem‑solving
* A commitment to equality, inclusion and the Labour Party’s values
Interviews will be held face to face in Newcastle on Friday 27th March.
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