Head Of It

Central London, United Kingdom

https://www.mncjobs.co.uk/company/robert-half

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Job Description

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The Company
My client is a owner managed, British. Retail, Manufacturing and Publishing business based in Central London with stores situated around the world. Organic growth sees them recruiting for a Head of IT to join their team.
The Role

Develop and execute IT strategy aligned with business goals.
Drive digital transformation for enhanced customer experience and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with leadership on technology opportunities and long-term planning.
Ensure technology investments align with company objectives.

Manage and mentor IT team.
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
Ensure alignment between IT team objectives and broader business goals.

Protect digital assets, customer data, and internal systems.
Ensure compliance with regulations and internal security protocols.
Develop and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Evaluate and manage third-party vendors.
Manage IT budget for cost-effective and high-quality solutions.
Negotiate contracts with technology providers.

Oversee IT systems supporting retail and publishing operations.
Ensure reliable IT infrastructure.
Lead software development and maintenance projects.
Manage telephony strategy and operations.

across retail and publishing operations.
Optimise workflows for efficient sales, content creation, and distribution.
Monitor system performance and minimise downtime.

Your Profile
To apply for this role you will have at least 10 years in an IT Leadership capacity. You will have managed staff but will be happy to be hands on where necessary. Based on the nature of the business, candidates from Retail, FMCG, Manufacturing or Publishing will be advantageous. You will motivated to work for an owner led business that has a family feel and be motivated to go above and beyond. This role is 5 days a week in the office during the 6 month probation. 3-4 after.
Salary & Benefits
100,000 - 110,000
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