Chief Technology and Information Officer

Horder Healthcare; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Horder Healthcare seeks a Chief Technology Officer to join the Executive Leadership Team and shape the future of technology, data and digital innovation in healthcare. You will drive strategy, oversee major transformation programmes and advise the Board on cyber security, governance and investment.

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead IT, infrastructure, data and analytics teams, foster partnerships with suppliers, and champion a data-driven culture to improve patient care and organisational

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience at Director, CIO, CTO or equivalent executive level.
• Proven track record of leading digital transformation and technology strategy.
• Experience advising Boards and Executives on technology, cyber security and information management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organisation's digital, data and technology strategy.
• Lead major transformation programmes including clinical systems and patient-facing technology.
• Provide executive IT governance across infrastructure, cyber security, data and analytics.
• Champion data-driven decision making and AI-enabled solutions.
• Present to the Board on technology performance, risks and opportunities.

Skills

Executive leadership

Digital transformation

Technology strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Cyber security

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

BI platforms

Job description

Chief Technology and Information Officer

Location: Crowborough, East Sussex (with travel across Horder Healthcare sites)
Salary and Hours: £100,000 per annum up to 37.5 hours per week, on-site at least 3 days per week (compulsory)
First Stage Interviews: Week Commencing 16 November
Second Stage Interviews: 24 & 25 November

Lead the Digital Future of Healthcare

Horder Healthcare is seeking an exceptional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join our Executive Leadership Team and help shape the future of healthcare through technology, data and digital innovation.

This is a rare opportunity for a visionary technology leader to influence organisation-wide strategy, drive digital transformation, and ensure our technology, data and information assets support the delivery of outstanding patient care and sustainable organisational growth.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be the organisation's most senior technology leader, advising the Board and Executive Team on technology investment, cyber security, digital transformation, business intelligence and innovation.

What You'll Be Responsible For

As CTO, you will:

• Develop and deliver Horder Healthcare's digital, data and technology strategy.
• Lead major transformation programmes, including clinical systems, digital platforms and patient-facing technology.
• Provide executive leadership across IT, infrastructure, cyber security, business intelligence and data services.
• Drive innovation, automation and AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Ensure robust governance, information security, compliance and technology risk management.
• Champion a data-driven culture, enabling better decision-making across the organisation.
• Build strong strategic partnerships with suppliers and technology partners.
• Present regularly to the Board on technology performance, risks and future opportunities.

About You

We are looking for an inspiring and commercially astute leader who can combine strategic vision with operational excellence.

You will bring:

• Significant experience operating at Director, CIO, CTO or equivalent executive level.
• A proven track record of leading digital transformation and technology strategy.
• Experience advising Boards and Executive Teams on technology, cyber security and information management.
• Strong leadership experience across IT, infrastructure, applications, data and analytics teams.
• Knowledge of healthcare technology, clinical systems, information governance and regulatory compliance.
• Commercial expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation and technology investment planning.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience, with relevant industry qualifications desirable.

Why Join Horder Healthcare?

At Horder Healthcare, technology is central to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our future ambitions. You'll join a values-driven organisation where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement are encouraged at every level.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on healthcare delivery while leading transformative change across a respected and growing independent healthcare provider.