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18-month fixed-term Contract. London. c110k pa plus benefits.
We are working on behalf of our long-standing, high-profile client to recruit a Head of Enterprise Systems. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity within the IT Services Lead Team, with responsibility for the strategic direction and operational management of enterprise applications that underpin the client's internal and customer systems.
As a senior leader, you'll take accountability for a 5m portfolio, driving the design, delivery, and optimisation of IT solutions that directly support our client's ambitious 2030 strategy. With a dual focus on strategy and service delivery, you'll lead high-performing technical, managerial, and administrative teams, embedding a customer-first culture across the directorate and wider organisation.
Title: Head of Enterprise Systems.
Location: London. Hybrid. 2-3 days in office. Rest remote.
Salary: c110,000 pa plus excellent pension and generous holiday package.
Duration: 18 months full-time permanent Fixed-term contract
Start Date. 1/11/25.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for enterprise systems and technology-enhanced learning across a complex environment.
- Direct the development, integration, and support of a diverse applications portfolio.
- Lead and motivate teams and third-party suppliers to deliver high-quality, customer-focused IT services.
- Oversee significant budgets, procurement, and supplier relationships to drive value and efficiency.
- Champion innovation in technology to support business operations.
- Play a key role in shaping and delivering institutional IT and digital strategies.
About you.
We are looking for an experienced IT leader who brings:
- Extensive experience managing large-scale enterprise applications and teams in a complex organisation.
- Proven record of delivering strategic change, innovation, and process improvement.
- Strong knowledge of ITIL/ISO frameworks, cyber security, and information governance.
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic negotiation skills.
- The vision and credibility to operate at executive level and influence change across the institution.
Why apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a respected organisation at a time of transformation, where your leadership will directly shape the future of digital services for staff and customers alike.
If you are a resilient, motivational leader with a passion for delivering impactful IT solutions in a world-class environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV and a short explanation of why this role interests you to Simon at (url removed)
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