Head of IT

Akkodis

Head of IT Finacial Services £100-110k+plus package Hybrid

Akkodis is looking for a Head of IT who will be accountable for developing and delivering IT strategy. The Head of IT will lead, manage and oversee the IT function through the implementation of the IT strategy to support the corporate objectives. To introduce and maintain best practice in the high quality provision of IT infrastructure and systems which support the needs of customers and colleagues. Ensuring all systems are secure, stable and robust. To ensure the controlled delivery of technology components in projects. This includes all IT related project work as well as the maintenance, optimisation and improvement of technology with minimal unplanned disruptions ensuring operational resilience is maintained.

Skills:

Responsabilites

• Implement the IT strategy focused on customer self-service, digital and simplification of the technological estate to support the strategic objectives of the .
• Lead, manage, develop and motivate people to ensure they know what is expected of them, maximise their performance and develop their potential.
• Forecast, plan, schedule and monitor resources across all areas of responsibility to manage capacity to fulfil business needs and continuity of service.
• Manage the relationships and performance of IT suppliers and outsourced IT partners including negotiating terms with suppliers of all IT related services within budget and resolution of issues.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals.
• Direct, manage and oversee the development and optimisation of IT infrastructure, systems and applications.
• Develop and maintain the Major Incident, Disaster recovery and Business Continuity plan for IT and to implement measures designed to safeguard both the company and its customers in the event of major incidents or disasters.
• Ensure that the Company is appropriately protected from an IT security perspective both in relation to internal users and external threats. This cyber security management in a proactive manner to manage cyber risks.
• Plan, manage and prioritise the delivery of IT change projects and regular IT changes in collaboration with the Change function in line with company’s project methodology.
• Proactively and regularly identify and manage risks and the development and implementation of robust and effective IT controls including IT device management to mitigate information security and operational risks. Regular review and updating of Risk Control Self Assessments.
• Represent IT at appropriate committees and meetings to ensure IT’s point of view is articulated including but not limited to giving progress updates, highlighting risks and solutions, soliciting stakeholder feedback and getting their buy in and escalating appropriate issues.

Qualifications & Experience

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• Extensive depth and breadth of experience of managing an IT department in a financial services environment.
• Extensive technical systems architect background.
• Experience in implementing strategic change and transitioning of an organisation’s technology stack.
• Experience of implementing key systems in the cloud.
• Proven track record or leading, motivating and developing people / teams with good mentoring and coaching skills.
• Project management experience of technical projects.
• Ability to think and act at a strategic level, with an analytical, innovative and enquiring approach.
• Decision maker confident to rely upon their own judgement.
• Customer focused and considers the customer in all new initiatives.
• Excellent oral and written communication, facilitation skills and ability to present confidently and to engage and manage stakeholders, developing effective relationships at all levels.
• Ability to display a range of influencing styles.
• A flexible, positive and team-oriented outlook.
• Assertiveness and the knowledge, strength and ability to discuss, explain and support a decision, or other role specific matters of a technical nature, to a range of audiences of varying seniority.
• Ability to remain focused and composed when under pressure.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues and manage work from inception to completion, prioritising work effectively.
• Experience overseeing and managing third party relationships.

Head of IT Finacial Services £100-110k+plus package Hybrid

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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