IT Systems & Digital Transformation Lead

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Malton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced IT Systems & Digital Transformation Lead to drive digital transformation and lead business-critical IT projects. The role requires proven leadership in IT, with a strong understanding of cyber security and the ability to streamline systems and processes. This is a full-time, on-site position offering a salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, with additional benefits including free parking and a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Free parking

Modern facilities

Supportive and collaborative team

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading IT, infrastructure or systems transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of cyber security, ideally with Cyber Essentials Plus exposure.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT operations, systems optimisation and digital transformation projects.
• Manage hardware projects and infrastructure improvements across the site.
• Conduct IT audits and present clear solutions to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in leading IT transformation initiatives

Strong understanding of cyber security

Confident communication skills

Ability to streamline systems

Job description

IT Systems & Digital Transformation Lead

Salary: Up to £45,000, dependent on experience

Hours: Full time, on site

Benefits: Free parking, modern facilities, supportive and collaborative team

Drive digital transformation and lead business critical IT projects in a fast growing engineering and manufacturing environment.

Our client is a forward thinking manufacturer undergoing significant investment and improvement across systems, infrastructure and cyber security. They now need an experienced IT professional who has already led similar initiatives and can take ownership of modernising and streamlining their internal systems.

This is a hands on role for someone proactive, confident, and able to influence at all levels. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director, partnering with external IT providers and software vendors, while leading business wide improvements that drive efficiency, automation and stronger cyber resilience.

The Role

A varied, impactful position where you’ll lead IT operations, systems optimisation and digital transformation projects.

• Leading Cyber Essentials Plus readiness, implementation and ongoing compliance
• Developing and embedding IT security policies, procedures and best practice
• Managing hardware projects and infrastructure improvements across the site
• Streamlining internal systems, identifying integration opportunities and driving automation
• Overseeing ERP, CRM, CAD, BMS and telephony systems, ensuring they are aligned, efficient and secure
• Liaising with software vendors to assess capability, integrations and optimisation opportunities
• Conducting IT audits, identifying gaps and presenting clear solutions to senior stakeholders
• Managing data backup, disaster recovery and business continuity plans
• Leading and delivering IT projects on time and within budget
• Providing clear communication to all levels of the business, translating technical issues into practical actions
• Supporting and mentoring a junior IT team member
• Evaluating new technologies that support growth, efficiency and long term digital strategy

About You

• Proven experience leading IT, infrastructure or systems transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of cyber security, ideally with Cyber Essentials Plus exposure
• Experience managing hardware, software and third party vendors
• Ability to streamline systems, automate processes and identify smarter ways of working
• Confident communication skills with the ability to influence, explain solutions and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Experience delivering IT projects end to end
• A proactive, driven approach with strong problem solving capability
• Ability to mentor and support others in developing IT capability

If you’re ready to take ownership of IT and digital transformation in a growing business that values improvement and innovation, get in touch for a confidential conversation or apply today.