Head of Information Technology Department; IT Department Job London area,Greater London England UK,IT/Tech

Position: Head of Information Technology Department (IT Department)
Location: Greater London

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

Develop and implement the IT strategy, technology roadmap, and annual plans in line with the company's medium- to long-term goals.

System Development & Optimization

Oversee the design, development, integration, and continuous improvement of core enterprise information systems, ensuring system stability and business continuity.
Lead data governance and analytics platform initiatives to enhance data-driven decision-making.

Technology Commercialization Support

Collaborate closely with business units to translate AI and other technologies into practical solutions or products that improve operational efficiency and enable business model innovation.
Manage the full lifecycle of technology projects, including cost, timeline, and quality control.

Team & Organization Development

Build and mentor a high-performing technology team, establishing efficient R&D and operational processes.
Optimize resource allocation and foster cross-department collaboration to strengthen technical execution.

Security, Compliance & Risk Management

Establish and maintain robust information security, data privacy, and compliance management systems in accordance with legal and industry standards.
Develop emergency response plans and conduct regular risk assessments and drills to safeguard systems and data.

Operations & Continuous Improvement

Monitor the performance of IT systems and continuously optimize for better user experience and operational efficiency.
Leverage technology to improve internal workflows and reduce long-term operational costs.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.

10+ years of relevant IT experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role. Experience in AI-related project implementation is preferred.

Familiarity with enterprise system architecture, cloud computing, big data, and information security, with a proven track record in leading IT projects from scratch.

Strong technical foresight and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate business needs into technical plans.

Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills, capable of driving complex projects to completion.

Knowledge of information security and data compliance regulations, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.

Results-driven, responsible, and resilient under pressure.

Continuously curious and updated on new technologies and industry trends.

Interested candidates to Victor Teoh (R1218406)

Please include with your application:

Reasons for leaving your current and previous employment(s)
Current / last drawn and expected salary
Availability / notice period required

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