> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4490985-group-director-of-ict-digital-transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4490985-group-director-of-ict-digital-transformation). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Group Director of ICT & Digital Transformation - **Company:** Sellick Partnership - **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK - **Salary:** £121,533.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Disaster Recovery, Low-code - **Published:** November 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5947959118 ## About the Role * Strong track record of senior-level leadership within a complex organisation * Significant experience leading enterprise-wide ICT services and technology-enabled organisational transformation * Proven expertise in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and major systems or enterprise programmes * Strong understanding of cyber security, operational resilience, data governance, and technology risk * Experience managing substantial budgets, investment decisions, strategic procurement, and supplier relationships * Ability to influence executive- and Board-level stakeholders, communicate complex issues clearly, and build trusted relationships across organisational boundaries * Inclusive, collaborative leadership style, with the ability to develop talented teams, navigate competing priorities, and deliver sustainable results * Understanding that successful digital transformation brings together people, processes, services, and outcomes to deliver lasting improvements ## Description * Lead the ICT and Digital Transformation Strategy, turning organisational ambitions into a clear, deliverable roadmap * Advise executive and Board-level stakeholders on technology, digital transformation, AI, cyber security, data, and investment * Provide executive accountability for cyber security, disaster recovery, technology resilience, and ICT business continuity * Lead technology, digital, data, and systems contributions to major organisational change, including core systems renewal * Establish robust enterprise architecture and ensure technology decisions are scalable, interoperable, secure, and commercially sustainable * Identify opportunities to use emerging technologies, automation, AI, and low-code solutions to improve services, enhance colleague experience, reduce manual work, and deliver organisational value * Oversee technology investment, budgets, strategic procurement, and supplier relationships, balancing ambition with affordability, risk, capacity, and long-term value * Inspire and develop a high-performing ICT and Digital Transformation function, fostering collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and digital confidence * Ensure technology improves accessibility and customer experiences and supports Karbon Homes organisational purpose Technologies: * AI * ICT * Security * Support More: We are working with Karbon Homes to appoint a Group Director of ICT & Digital Transformation, a senior leadership role focused on organisational strategy, technology-enabled change, and the future of a purpose-driven organisation committed to creating better homes, stronger communities, and brighter futures. The role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with agile working arrangements, and offers a salary of up to £121,533 plus an £8,747 car allowance. Benefits include 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after three years service, an additional day of birthday leave, bank holidays, an occupational pension, a health cash plan, a flexible benefits pot, and funding for qualifications, conferences, and learning events. The closing date is 11:59pm on Sunday 15 November 2026. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.