Head of IT and Digital

Integrated Care System; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting leadership opportunity exists at Integrated Care System as the Executive Director of Digital Transformation. This role involves overseeing IT developments and driving digital strategies to improve operational efficiency and enhance user experience. You will manage a small team and ensure technology aligns with business objectives while promoting innovation and compliance with regulations. Join a passionate team committed to delivering quality health and social care services.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme

27 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank holidays

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT leadership roles with responsibility for enterprise-level systems.
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity.
• Strong track record of delivering digital transformation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the IT and digital strategy.
• Oversee the management of IT infrastructure and cybersecurity.
• Drive innovation and digital transformation across services.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Education

Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

ITIL

COBIT

Agile

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists at HMT to drive forward our digital agenda and oversee IT developments, reporting directly to the Executive Director of Digital, Transformation & Estates, you will be responsible for leading the strategic direction, development, and delivery of HMTs IT and Digital services. This role ensures technology is aligned with business objectives and drives innovation, operational efficiency, and digital transformation across HMT. Managing a small team, you will lead the IT infrastructure, digital platforms, cybersecurity, and data governance while also leading key transformation and modernisation programs.

This job has the opportunity to be remote with travel to HMT sites expected as required.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the development and delivery of HMTs IT and Digital strategy, aligned to organisational goals.
• Drive innovation and transformation across services, enhancing efficiency, customer experience, and digital capability.
• Oversee the management of IT infrastructure, cloud services, enterprise applications, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials+) and proactively manage cyber risks.
• Lead digital programmes including automation, data analytics, self-service, and agile delivery models.
• Build and develop a high-performing, collaborative IT and Digital team with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Manage IT budgets and vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money.
• Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions and leading change across the organisation.

About us

At the Healthcare Management Trust, we are obsessed with achieving our Vision, to be the most innovative and best quality provider of niche health and social care services.

Our Purpose is, to make every contact count, ensuring every resident and patient receives the best possible experience and outcome.

We will be outwardly connected to the most innovative practices and service offerings in the market. We will do things differently and will be bold with our ambition to change things for the better.

We are passionate about what we do and so are our people. Bringing their most authentic selves to work and seeking joy and fun in what we do.

We will deliver care and clinical interactions compassionately and tailor them to individual needs.

We achieve this by living our business Values each and every day:

We are caring We are dynamic We are resourceful We are authentic We are accountable

As a result, we are able to give back to the people and communities we serve by delivering on our Charitable Mission to, Provide quality and innovative care solutions to those with complex needs within marginalized community settings.

Our benefits include Private Medical Insurance, Wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health provision and Mental Health First Aiders, Long service awards, Cycle to work scheme, 27 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank holidays, Enhanced Maternity Leave

Job responsibilities

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Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the IT and Digital strategy in alignment with HMTs business strategy.
• Lead digital innovation and transformation initiatives to enhance customer experience, service delivery, and internal efficiency.
• Serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, advising on technology trends and opportunities.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills along with strategic and commercial acumen
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Resilience and ability to drive change

Technology and Infrastructure Management

• Oversee the management and modernisation of IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, and cloud services.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of IT systems and digital platforms.
• Establish and manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service levels.

Cybersecurity and Risk Management

Lead the development and implementation of the Information Governance Framework, policies, and procedures.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials.

Proactively manage cyber risks and incident response plans

Digital Transformation

• Drive digital programs including automation, data analytics, self-service platforms, and customer-facing technologies.

Promote agile delivery models, DevOps, and cross-functional digital teams including healthcare practitioners, administrators, finance, and IT professionals, to understand solution needs and implement them.

• Lead user adoption initiatives and change management across digital tools.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing IT and digital team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration.
• Define clear KPIs, performance goals, and professional development plans.
• Oversee recruitment, retention, and succession planning in the IT function.

Budget and Financial Management

• Develop and manage the IT and digital budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and return on investment.
• Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for savings or reinvestment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Digital Transformation, or a related field
• Proven experience in IT leadership roles with responsibility for enterprise-level systems and digital strategy
• Strong track record of delivering digital transformation programmes and managing remote IT operations
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and enterprise architecture
• Experience with governance frameworks (e.g., ITIL, COBIT) and relevant certifications such as CISM, CISSP, TOGAF, Agile, or PRINCE2
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Executive Director of Digital Transformation