Head of IT

Head of IT £80,000–£90,000  10% Bonus The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible, business-critical Head of IT role within a fast-scaling, multi-channel organisation. You’ll take full ownership of technology strategy, systems, data, and infrastructure — shaping the next phase of growth. This is not a “maintenance” role. It’s about building, evolving, and future-proofing a technology function that directly impacts commercial success.

If you’re motivated by influence, autonomy, and the chance to build something properly — this is it. What You’ll Be Doing Own and deliver the IT strategy and roadmap , aligned to commercial growth Take full accountability for systems, infrastructure and day-to-day technology operations Lead cyber security, data protection and compliance , ensuring robust, scalable controls Drive performance and evolution of the ERP landscape , including future system selection Define and govern the overall technology architecture across platforms and integrations Build and scale a modern data capability (warehouse, pipelines, reporting) Manage and optimise third-party technology partners and suppliers Take full ownership of the IT budget , ensuring ROI and cost discipline Build a lean, high-performing internal team over time Embed strong governance, risk management and operational controls Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership , translating technology into business value What We’re Looking For Proven experience in a Head of IT / IT Director / senior technology leadership role Background in a high-growth, commercially driven environment Strong, hands-on knowledge across:
Infrastructure & IT operations ERP systems (selection, optimisation or transformation) Data platforms and modern architecture Cyber security and regulatory compliance Experience working with outsourced partners and vendors , holding them accountable Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution Strong commercial instinct — able to simplify complexity and influence senior stakeholders Comfortable starting as a standalone leader , building capability over time Excellent communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical teams Why This Role Stands Out End-to-end ownership of the technology function Direct exposure to senior leadership and business strategy Opportunity to build and shape a tech function properly A chance to make visible, lasting impact in a growing organisation Autonomy to make decisions — without unnecessary layers or red tape Package £80,000–£90,000 base salary 10% bonus Strong overall benefits package (health, wellbeing, development and more) Location Based near Brighton, commutable from across Sussex / South East (office-based with strong collaboration focus) Hybrid working arrangement.

If you’re a commercially minded Head of IT who wants ownership, impact, and the chance to build something lean and meaningful — this is one of the most compelling opportunities in the local market.