Chief Technology Officer

Peaple Talent Ltd; Tonbridge; Hybrid; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Hybrid working

Travel occasionally

Job summary

Peaple Talent Ltd has partnered with a well-established organisation to appoint a new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in Tonbridge, offering £110,000 plus bonus.

You will lead a significant digital transformation programme, modernise legacy systems, and drive AI adoption while shaping technology strategy and people leadership across a ~30-strong IT function. This hybrid role involves some UK travel and strategic collaboration with the SLT.

Qualifications

• Proven Digital or IT leader with success delivering technology strategies and/or transformation initiatives.
• Able to engage and influence at Exec and Board level.
• Comfortable developing and managing an IT budget.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a technology strategy aligned with key business goals.
• Lead a digital transformation programme centred around AI adoption and modernisation of new systems.
• Oversee a team of ~30 across Cyber, Data, Infrastructure, Software and more.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and lead the IT team through change programmes.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Digital leadership

IT leadership

Change management

AI adoption

Budget management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategy development

Automation

Innovation

Job description

Chief Technology Officer – Tonbridge – £110,000 + bonus

Peaple Talent has partnered with a well-established and growing organisation to appoint a new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) as they enter an exciting phase of business development and technological evolution.

With a strong reputation within its sector, the organisation is preparing to embark on a significant period of digital transformation, with a key focus on modernising legacy systems, enhancing existing technology capabilities and building a platform for future growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced technology leader to take ownership of a pivotal transformation agenda, shaping the organisation’s technology strategy and driving meaningful change across both systems and people.

The Role

The CTO will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s technology vision, providing both strategic direction and operational leadership across the Technology function. As a key member of the SLT, you will ensure that technology is central to the organisation’s future plans, driving innovation, supporting business objectives and creating the foundations for sustainable, long-term growth.

A core focus of the role will be to lead a significant programme of digital transformation, overseeing the modernisation of legacy systems, improving existing technology infrastructure and introducing forward-thinking solutions. The CTO will also explore and drive the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, identifying opportunities to enhance productivity, streamline processes and deliver greater business value.

Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, the CTO will champion a culture of continuous improvement and digital innovation. You will be responsible for ensuring technology and data are used effectively to inform decision-making, improve operational performance and enhance the experience of customers and members, while ensuring the organisation’s technology capabilities are scalable, secure and fit for the future.

You’ll be:

• Defining and delivering a technology strategy aligned with achieving key business goals
• Leading on a digital transformation programme centred around AI adoption and modernisation of new systems
• Overseeing a team circa 30 across Cyber, Data, Infrastructure, Software and more
• Acting as a champion for IT, engaging regularly with senior stakeholders and leading the wider IT team through a change programme
• Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement

About you

• A proven Digital or IT leader with success in delivering technology strategies and/or change/transformation initiatives
• Able to engage and influence at Exec and Board level
• Comfortable developing and managing an IT budget
• Broad technical background with an eye for emerging technologies like AI and automation
• Ability to inspire, mentor and motivate high‑performing teams
• Proactive people‑leader who is results‑orientated and motivated by continuous improvement

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £110,000
• Hybrid working arrangement with occasional travel to UK sites
• Health cash plan
• Private medical & life assurance