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Position: Associate Director of IT
Location: Suffolk 2 days p/week, 3 days remote
Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £90K
We are seeking an Associate Director of IT to lead the organisation's technology function, driving the delivery of a robust IT strategy while enabling digital transformation across the business. Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance & Resources, you will play a key role in shaping how technology, data, and systems support operational performance and long-term growth.
You will oversee a multi-disciplinary function spanning IT operations, business intelligence, and digital transformation. This includes ensuring the delivery of secure, reliable IT services, building strong data and reporting capabilities, and leading the adoption of new technologies to improve efficiency and user experience.
Alongside this, you will manage key supplier relationships, optimise technology spend, and ensure governance, risk, and compliance standards are met across all IT services.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and deliver the organisation's IT and digital strategy, aligned to business objectives
Oversee IT operations, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing systems and infrastructure
Drive digital transformation initiatives, improving processes and enabling innovation
Lead the Business Intelligence function, delivering accurate, timely reporting and insights
Develop and enhance data platforms and dashboard capabilities to support decision-making
Manage third-party vendors and suppliers, ensuring value for money and service quality
Own IT budgets, resource planning, and cost optimisation initiatives
Ensure strong cyber security, governance, and risk management practices
Engage and influence senior stakeholders across the organisation
Build and develop high-performing, multi-disciplinary technology teams
Skills & Experience:
Proven experience leading IT and digital functions at a senior level
Strong background across IT operations, data/BI, and transformation programmes
Experience managing budgets, suppliers, and large teams
Solid understanding of IT governance, cyber security, and service management frameworks (e.g. ITIL)
Experience delivering technology strategy and organisational change
Strong stakeholder management and ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
Experience operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Relevant certifications (e.g. ITIL, PRINCE2, MSP) advantageous
This is a high-impact leadership role suited to someone who can combine strategic vision with operational delivery, playing a key role in shaping and evolving the organisation's technology landscapeDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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