Global IT Strategy & Transformation Leader

Stable; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stable, a leading international manufacturing group, seeks aGroup Head of IT to shape technology strategy, drive transformation and deliver operational excellence across multiple continents.

You'll own the IT roadmap, lead ERP initiatives, modernise infrastructure, advance cloud adoption (Azure), ensure cyber security and data governance, and build a high-performing global IT team while reporting to the board.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership position within a multi-site, international organisation.
• A strong track record of delivering technology transformation and strategic change.
• Experience leading ERP implementation, migration or consolidation programmes.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure, cloud platforms (particularly Microsoft Azure), networking and cyber security.
• Board-level stakeholder management and presentation experience.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, project management and prioritisation skills.
• A pragmatic, commercially focused approach to technology investment.
• The ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.
• AI strategy, governance and implementation within a commercial environment.
• Cyber security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Mergers, acquisitions and integration projects.
• ITIL service management.
• SQL and Power BI reporting and analytics capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the Group IT strategy, architecture and multi-year investment roadmap.
• Develop compelling business cases and ensure effective return on technology investments.
• Lead innovation initiatives and identify emerging technologies that drive growth and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement the organisation's AI strategy, including governance, risk controls and responsible adoption.
• Own cyber security, information governance and data protection across international operations.
• Lead IT service delivery and service management initiatives aligned to ITIL principles.
• Oversee business-critical ERP, manufacturing, commercial and finance systems.
• Drive infrastructure modernisation, cloud migration, business continuity and disaster recovery programmes.
• Manage strategic suppliers, software licensing, contracts and technology budgets.
• Build, develop and motivate a high-performing international IT team.
• Lead technology due diligence and post-acquisition integration activities.
• Report technology performance, risk and investment updates to the Board.

Job description

Stable, a leading international manufacturing group, seeks aGroup Head of IT to shape technology strategy, drive transformation and deliver operational excellence across multiple continents.

You'll own the IT roadmap, lead ERP initiatives, modernise infrastructure, advance cloud adoption (Azure), ensure cyber security and data governance, and build a high-performing global IT team while reporting to the board.