Operations and Transformation Lead

SITA; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in the UK is seeking an Operations and Transformation Lead to drive corporate service innovation. This role involves leading strategy execution, engaging stakeholders, and adopting new technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technology management background with 5-7 years of relevant experience, particularly in cloud environments. The firm values diversity, offering flexible working arrangements and benefits for employee wellbeing, making it a dynamic place to work.

Benefits

Work from home up to 2 days/week

Flex location for 30 days per year

Employee Assistance Program

Training platforms access

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in managing a technology group.
• Proven track record of delivery in leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of corporate platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation and transformation in corporate services.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Oversee adoption of new processes and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Agile frameworks

Strategic vision

Technical mastery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Advanced degree (MBA, MS)

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

IT infrastructure

Virtualization

Job description

Overview

At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.

You’ll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting‑edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don’t just move the world forward – we’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Are you ready to love your job?

About the Role & Team

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operations and Transformation Lead to drive and contribute to the future of our corporate platform within the Information Services Organization. In this role, you will oversee the strategy, execution, and delivery of corporate services, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and emerging technologies. You will be responsible for driving innovation, team development, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver scalable and ongoing transformation. This role will report to the CIO.

What You’ll Do

Foundations in Engineering

• Demonstrates strategic vision, technical mastery, and a commitment to fostering collaboration and excellence, driving transformative solutions that advance organizational goals.

Organizational Transformation and Operations

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to drive change and achieve long‑term goals.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to ensure alignment and support throughout the transformation process.
• Oversee the adoption of new processes and technologies, ensuring smooth transitions and minimizing resistance.

Delivery and Execution

• Partner with engineering, architecture, and operations teams to ensure successful product delivery and lifecycle management.
• Manage and optimize the backlog, ensuring work aligns with product objectives and technical feasibility.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business value and vice versa.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business units, vendors, and partners.
• Advocate for customer‑centric solutions, driving the adoption of cloud and infrastructure services that meet user needs.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and opportunities to executives and stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and security of infrastructure and cloud platforms.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and team performance.
• Drive a continuous feedback loop with users to ensure solutions evolve with changing needs.

Qualifications

About Your Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS) is a plus.
• 5‑7 years relevant experience in managing a technology group, preferably within Cloud and Infrastructure environment.
• Proven experience in leadership roles in technology with a track record of hands‑on delivery.
• Strong understanding of corporate platforms (Finance, Operations, Sales etc), virtualization, networking, and IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to develop product roadmaps, manage backlogs, and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in Agile frameworks and engineering life cycle.

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with budget management and vendor negotiations.
• Good understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.), virtualization, networking, and IT infrastructure.
• AI, Data and Digitalization.

What We Offer

We’re all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We’re really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

Flex Week : Work from home up to 2 days / week (depending on your team’s needs)

Flex Day : Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex Location : Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing : We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days / year. We also offer Champion Health, a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development : Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning.

Competitive Benefits : Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify in the application process.