Job Description

Job Title:

Collaboration & Personal Productivity Technology Lead

Location:

Woking, UK (Hybrid) - 3 Days Per Week

Department:

Group IT

Reporting to:

Service Operations Manager

Salary:

up to 70K

About the Role:

We are recruiting for an experienced

Collaboration & Personal Productivity Technology Lead

to join a dynamic and international organisation. This highly visible and influential role will focus on End User Computing (EUC), ensuring the successful deployment and adoption of technology solutions for over 2,000 office workers across multiple locations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for defining, educating, and training employees to maximise the use of technology. This includes the identification, design, and implementation of new personal productivity solutions, as well as optimising and maintaining existing platforms. The role also involves overseeing third-party vendors, ensuring seamless technology deployment, and enhancing collaboration across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Full ownership of the

EUC agenda

, including hardware selection, software deployment, and vendor management. Manage an annual budget of approximately

EUR1-2 million

. Define and implement yearly initiatives to enhance digital collaboration and ways of working. Lead a cross-functional project to shape the

future of collaboration tools

beyond 2025. Oversee technology services provided to the

Executive Team

, ensuring seamless support for their unique needs. Manage

EUC licensing, audits, and controls

to ensure compliance and cost efficiency. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across

27+ international locations

. Identify and implement new

technology solutions

to drive operational efficiency and business performance. Support the transition of new

IT services

from deployment to production. Develop and deliver

training programs

to help employees maximise the value of existing and new technology. Create engaging

user guides, video tutorials, and educational content

in collaboration with the internal communications team. Work closely with external vendors, partners, and training providers to deliver high-quality IT education. Support the delivery of

company-wide webcasts

and develop an internal platform for virtual events. Represent the Technology & Infrastructure team in

vendor governance meetings

, influencing strategic decisions.

Key Interfaces:

Internal:

IT Leadership Team Cyber Security Team Business Relationship Management Architecture & Data Office Teams Senior Business & Functional Leaders across multiple markets End Users, including Executive-level stakeholders

External:

Outsourced IT service providers & technical teams IT vendors, suppliers, and strategic partners

Person Specification:

Essential:

Graduate-calibre IT professional with

10+ years of experience

in service, infrastructure, or technology roles.

Proven experience in an

international, fast-paced environment

. Strong knowledge of

emerging IT technologies

and their business applications. Ability to

deploy and manage technology solutions

across a global organisation. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels. Strong presentation and communication skills, capable of translating complex topics for non-technical audiences.

Desirable:

FMCG industry experience

. Experience working with

third-party service providers

. Hands-on experience with

Office 365, telephony, and networking solutions

. Background in

matrix management

and cross-functional leadership.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical IT function within a well-established organisation. If you are passionate about digital transformation, end-user experience, and driving collaboration through technology, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Submit your

CV

and click apply!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,570.51-89,825.60 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexitime On-site parking Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Woking GU21 3LT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Woking GU21 3LT