Director of IT & Change: Strategy, Transformation & Security

Benefact Group plc; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services group located in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Director of IT & Change. This role includes leading IT and Change teams, developing technology strategies, and overseeing project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in AI and cybersecurity, along with experience in managing change initiatives within regulated industries. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Employer pension contribution

Annual Bonus scheme

Life Assurance cover

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience with insurance systems and strong commercial acumen.
• Significant experience in managing robust cybersecurity solutions.
• Proven change portfolio management and business analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT and Change teams, promoting innovation and digital literacy.
• Develop strategies for technology and business transformation.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards and manage budgets.

Skills

AI strategies implementation

Cybersecurity solutions

Stakeholder collaboration

Project delivery (waterfall, agile, hybrid)

Tools

MS technologies (365, Copilot, Azure, Fabric, Power BI)

Job description

A financial services group located in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Director of IT & Change. This role includes leading IT and Change teams, developing technology strategies, and overseeing project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in AI and cybersecurity, along with experience in managing change initiatives within regulated industries. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career development opportunities.