Head of Information Technology

Identify Solutions; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of innovative medical solutions in the UK is seeking a dynamic Head of IT to lead its technology function across EMEA and APAC. This senior role offers the chance to shape IT strategic direction, drive digital transformation, and enhance operational efficiency while directly impacting the quality of life for individuals.

Benefits

Supportive culture with flexibility

Career development opportunities

Strategic influence within a visible role

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in senior IT leadership.
• Proven success in enterprise-scale transformation and ERP programmes.
• Broad technical expertise across infrastructure, applications, and security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of regional IT strategy aligned with global goals.
• Oversee modernisation and optimisation of ERP and core business systems.
• Build and lead a high-performing, multi-regional IT team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Technical Expertise

Commercial Acumen

Education

Degree in IT, Engineering or Business

Job description

Head of IT – EMEA & APAC

Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum + up to 30% bonus

Location: Candidate needs to be UK based and able to travel to sites in other countries

Type: Full-time permanent

Shape the future of technology in a business that changes lives.

A leading provider of innovative medical solutions that support independent living is looking for a dynamic and strategic head of IT to lead its technology function across the EMEA and APAC regions.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with the autonomy to shape IT strategy across multiple geographies, modernise systems, drive digital transformation, and help the business scale sustainably in a competitive, purpose-led sector.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the development and delivery of regional IT strategy aligned with global goals
• Oversee the modernisation and optimisation of ERP and core business systems
• Enable data-driven decision making through smart integration and reporting tools
• Ensure the security, scalability, and compliance of all technology platforms
• Build and lead a high-performing, multi-regional IT team with strong delivery capability
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to senior leaders across the organisation

What we’re looking for:

• Several years’ of experience within senior IT leadership, ideally within global manufacturing or healthcare (but not essential)
• Proven success delivering enterprise-scale transformation and ERP programmes
• Broad technical expertise across infrastructure, applications and security
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and advise executive teams
• A degree in IT, Engineering or Business; further qualifications are a plus
• A track record of building teams and delivering value at pace

Why join?

• Purpose-led work with direct impact on people’s quality of life
• Strategic influence in a visible and empowered leadership role
• Supportive culture with flexibility and scope for innovation
• Career development within a stable, growth-oriented organisation

For further information and to receive a full role profile, please send in an up-to-date copy of your CV with your application or contact James Chau on [e-mail]