Director of IT

• Lead technology strategy across a large, multi-site education group
• Oversee all IT functions: infrastructure, cloud, cyber security, systems, data, digital learning and support services
• Drive organisation-wide digital transformation and modernisation
• Ensure secure, resilient, reliable IT operations in a 24/7 learning environment
• Work closely with senior leadership to influence long-term digital direction
• Champion responsible use of AI and new technologies
• Lead major IT projects and continuous improvement initiatives, * Shape and deliver the group-wide Technology Strategy
• Improve teaching, learning and operational efficiency through digital tools
• Manage cyber security strategy, incident response and risk
• Oversee systems integration, cloud architecture and data governance
• Lead, develop and mentor diverse technical teams
• Manage budgets, procurement, suppliers and contract negotiations
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding and online safety standards

• Senior IT leadership experience in a complex or multi-site environment
• Strong strategic vision with a track record of delivering digital change
• Broad technical knowledge across infrastructure, cloud, security and systems
• Excellent communicator, comfortable working with executive and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets and handle large-scale projects
• Passion for innovation, digital maturity and continuous improvement

Package: 90K-100K+ Excellent benifits

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.