Chief Technology & AI Strategy Lead

Proctor and Stevenson; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

4 Day working week

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

23 days holiday, increasing to 25

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Proctor + Stevenson is seeking a Head of Technology to lead our technology team, shape the strategic vision, and ensure secure, scalable internal systems while delivering exceptional technical delivery for clients.

You will collaborate with Client Services, Digital Project Managers and the Business Development Lead to win new business and drive continuous improvement. This senior role calls for strong leadership and a track record in agency environments.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading software development and technology teams within an agency environment.
• Experience with modern web technologies, cloud platforms and software development methodologies.
• Experience with digital marketing products – websites and Martech services such as HubSpot.
• Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, cloud hosting and platform operations.

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with the team to ensure resources are in place to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.
• Review the roadmap with the team to bring value-added initiatives to life for clients.
• Manage the internal IT team responsible for infrastructure, cloud platforms and business-critical systems.
• Lead compliance activities relating to ISO 27001, GDPR and cybersecurity best practices.
• Decide on services and tech stack to optimise delivery and value for money.
• Oversee relationships with technology vendors, suppliers and service partners in collaboration with the IT team and Director.
• Act as escalation point when issues arise and provide general support.
• Oversee development and maintenance of technology standards, governance and best practices.
• Collaborate with directors and business development on tenders and pitches.

Skills

Lead dev teams

Web technologies

Cloud platforms

DevOps & CI/CD

Digital marketing products

Stakeholder management

Strong communicator

Job description

Proctor + Stevenson is seeking a Head of Technology to lead our technology team, shape the strategic vision, and ensure secure, scalable internal systems while delivering exceptional technical delivery for clients.

You will collaborate with Client Services, Digital Project Managers and the Business Development Lead to win new business and drive continuous improvement. This senior role calls for strong leadership and a track record in agency environments.