Director of IT Change

SGN; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utilities sector is seeking a Director of IT Change to lead significant IT projects and programs. This role involves collaborating with senior leaders to drive technology delivery that enhances safety, efficiency, and productivity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex IT change initiatives and leading cross-functional teams. With a focus on organizational effectiveness and timely execution of changes, this position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience managing large, cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record delivering complex IT Change Programmes valued in the double-digit millions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technology change delivery for the Business Transformation programme.
• Manage the IT Programme budget, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Matrix Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science

Tools

Salesforce Field Service

Oracle Fusion ERP

ServiceNow

AWS

Job description

Join to apply for the Director of IT Change role at SGN

Join to apply for the Director of IT Change role at SGN

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Commuting Distance to London/Portsmouth | Competitive Salary

Full-time | Hybrid

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

REQ4864

We are seeking a proactive Director of IT Change to lead core IT projects and programs supporting a multi-year Business Transformation. This role will drive technology delivery across all functions, processes, and personnel, enabling safety, operational performance, and productivity improvements.

Reporting to the CIO and part of the senior leadership team, the Director will collaborate closely with the CTO, CISO, Head of IT Operations, and the Transformation Director. Strong matrix management and networking skills are essential for working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional teams.

The primary responsibility is ensuring the successful delivery of all technology changes, facilitating SGN’s transformation to enhance safety, efficiency, and process redesign. Additionally, the role oversees internal IT capability development to improve organizational effectiveness, meet efficiency benchmarks, and ensure timely change execution.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

• Oversee all technology change delivery for the Business Transformation programme, ensuring resource availability and effective management of external and internal teams.
• Manage the IT Programme budget, maintaining strong financial governance, planning, forecasting, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Report on key performance indicators for project and programme delivery, ensuring consistent and effective reporting with the Transformation Programme Office and IT PMO.
• Define, maintain, and communicate the IT Programme portfolio and plans, managing multiple changes simultaneously, and providing visibility through regular reporting.
• Lead, coach, and support the IT team, fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment aligned with SGN’s strategy.
• Implement industry-leading programme management, agile, and lean delivery practices.
• Drive internal IT capability development and technology consolidation to meet efficiency and cost targets.
  
  

What You Will Need

We’re looking for a variety of skills and qualities that make you a great fit. If you don’t meet every requirement, don’t worry—we offer tailored learning and development to help you succeed.

• Proven track record delivering complex IT Change Programmes valued in the double-digit millions.
• Experience implementing enterprise platforms like Salesforce Field Service, Oracle Fusion ERP, Maximo, ServiceNow, and AWS, supporting end-to-end process redesign.
• Skilled in developing and executing delivery plans using both waterfall and agile methodologies to maximize early business value.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of leadership leading large, cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong matrix management, networking, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experienced in managing large budgets, delivering sizable projects on scope, time, and budget.
• Knowledge of IT demand, change portfolio management, and IT PMO oversight (risk, issues, dependencies, finances).
• Experience in IT operating model change delivery and applying project methodologies (Prince2, Agile, Waterfall) with change management best practices.
• Proven leadership in coaching and developing delivery teams and managing third-party partners.
  
  

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

About us | Benefits | Diversity and inclusion

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Q_sWyz7KEI

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SGN by 2x

Get notified about new Director of Information Technology jobs in East Sussex, England, United Kingdom.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.