Fruition Group
IT Director
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IT Director
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire | Hybrid working - 2 days in the office
Salary: Up to £120,000 + 30% bonus, 12% pension, 28 days holiday, healthcare
IT Director - Why Apply?
Seeking an inspiring senior IT leader to shape technology strategies within a dynamic organisation. This is a unique opportunity to influence digital innovation, cyber security, software engineering, enterprise architecture while leading a talented IT team. If you have extensive experience in IT leadership, cloud infrastructure and cyber security, this role offers a rewarding career in a pivotal industry environment.
IT Director Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with organisational goals, focusing on innovation and operational excellence.
- Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of cutting-edge technologies, including AI, to enhance business capabilities.
- Oversee enterprise architecture, ensuring strategic design integrity across all projects and initiatives.
- Manage daily operations of IT systems, networks, cloud platforms and infrastructure, maintaining high security and uptime standards.
- Drive cybersecurity efforts, implementing robust controls and compliance measures to safeguard digital assets and reputation.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing IT team, cultivating a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Oversee significant IT projects, managing budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships for maximum ROI.
- Ensure compliance with data protection policies and regulatory frameworks, maintaining privacy and governance standards.
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IT Director Requirements
- IT leadership experience, with strong leadership skills and the ability to lead multi discipline teams.
- Proven expertise in software engineering, enterprise infrastructure, cloud solutions (AWS, Azure), cyber security and IT governance.
- Strong problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, excellent stakeholder management, and leadership abilities.
- Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, TOGAF, or cloud-specific credentials (AWS/Azure) are advantageous.
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What's in it for me?
- Hybrid working - 2 days on site
- Performance related pay and bonus - up to 30%
- Annual leave - 28 days plus 8 Bank holidays
- Death In Service - 4 x annual salary
- Permanent Health Insurance
- Pension - 12% employer contribution, as long as the employee puts in 4% contributions
- Choice of one of these: Married/ Partner PMI cover or gym membership up to £50 per month or Health shield level 2
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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