Interim Chief Technology Officer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Remote; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in the UK is seeking an Interim Chief Technology Officer to guide their IT function for approximately 6 months. The role involves leading a diverse IT team, ensuring efficient operations for 7,000 staff, and providing strategic advice to senior leadership. Candidates should have a strong background in IT leadership, security, and operational improvement and be prepared for some travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a large IT department in a critical operational environment.
• Adept at managing operational and project budgets.
• Track record of driving productivity and operational improvement using technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IT department through a period of management transition.
• Ensure systems support over 7,000 colleagues and act as a trusted advisor.
• Manage third-party suppliers and contracts.

Skills

Leadership

IT Security

Budget Management

Operational Improvement

Job description

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Interim Chief Technology Officer, Southampton

Client:

New Town Partnership

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Our client is one of the UK's largest non-profit organisations, with a mobile workforce operating across the country. They are seeking an experienced leader to support their IT & Technology function on an interim basis for approximately 6 months.

The interim CTO will lead the IT department of 50 through a period of management transition, providing guidance and direction, supporting the team to deliver their best work.

You will be responsible for ensuring systems, equipment, and connections support over 7,000 colleagues in delivery of critical services and act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team and senior leaders.

About You

Your experience should include leadership of a large, diverse IT department in a critical operational environment. You must be adept at managing operational and project budgets, third-party suppliers and contracts. You will possess expert knowledge and experience around IT security and regulations and a track record of using technology and data to drive productivity and operational improvement.

For an experienced corporate leader, this could be an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the Non-Profit sector, as our client is open to sector background, but candidates must be motivated by the opportunity to make a difference and be able to operate successfully in their dynamic, progressive, and collaborative culture.

This role is based remotely, but regular travel into London and across the UK should be expected.

Please apply with a copy of your CV and availability.