Director of Information Technology

University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working

Staff discounts and loyalty schemes

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

University of Portsmouth invites applications for a strategic Director of Information Technology to shape and deliver a major digital plan, spanning digital transformation, data, AI and enterprise systems, with significant investment across infrastructure and teaching facilities. The role reports to the CFO and drives technology-enabled change to enhance teaching, research and student experience.

Hybrid working is available; some in Portsmouth required.

Job description

The University of Portsmouth has an ambitious Digital Plan and is investing approximately £25m this year in digital, data and technology capabilities that will underpin the next phase of the University's development. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Information Technology will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering this agenda, leading a broad portfolio spanning digital transformation, cyber security, data and AI, enterprise systems, infrastructure modernisation and technology-enabled organisational change. Current investment includes the implementation of a new Finance system, continued expansion of Microsoft 365, a new timetabling solution, a curriculum management platform, significant upgrades to network infrastructure, smart building technologies and IT teaching facilities, and the development of new data and digital capabilities. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence the University's future digital direction, ensuring that technology, data and information continue to enhance teaching and learning, research, student experience and operational effectiveness across the institution.

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group - one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-looking university at a time of significant investment and change, where digital, data and technology are recognised as critical enablers of institutional success. Applications containing evidence of paid or third-party services, artificially generated, or misleading content will be immediately disqualified from our recruitment process Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Mary White at Interviews are currently anticipated to be held 12th November 2026. Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL) Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32-35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our