Overview
Ground Control is on an exciting IT transformation journey – and we’re looking for an IT Business Partner to help us deliver it. This is a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of technology and business, ensuring that our IT & Data strategies align seamlessly with the needs of our business units and customers.
What you’ll do
As an IT Business Partner, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our transformation roadmap. You’ll act as the key link between business stakeholders and IT & Data, managing the demand pipeline and making sure our product roadmaps reflect the priorities of the business.
This is a delivery focused role, requiring someone who thrives in a fast paced, change driven environment, and who can connect strategy to execution with impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Own the short and medium term IT change delivery plan (2–52 weeks) for your assigned business unit(s).
* Prioritise and manage product improvement requests in partnership with stakeholders.
* Work closely with directors, sales teams, customers, and partners to ensure alignment and delivery of value.
* Collaborate with cross functional teams – including developers, data engineers, analysts, designers, and suppliers to assess technical dependencies and drive efficiencies.
* Contribute to shaping and embedding effective working practices across the Transformation function.
* Attend in-person collaboration sessions weekly (Billericay HQ or London office) and travel to Ground Control sites across the UK when needed.
What we’re looking for
* Strong track record of building relationships with senior internal stakeholders and external partners.
* Proven experience working in a transformation phase within an SME.
* Clear ability to connect strategy to execution and deliver results at pace.
* Resilient, flexible, and delivery-focused, able to adapt to shifting priorities.
* Highly data and results driven, with strong attention to detail.
* A focus on outcomes, doing what’s right for the business, not just what’s easy.
* Project management and planning experience.
* Experience with Dynamics 365.
* Knowledge of business process management or change management.
Career Development
Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Growth & Culture
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Benefits
* 23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
* Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
* Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
* Free or subsidised national gym memberships
* Employee Recognition Scheme
About Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland. We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.
How to apply
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equity & Inclusion
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Seniority
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
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