Head of IT

Brett Group have an exciting opportunity for an experienced dynamic Head of Information Services to lead our digital strategy.

The Role

We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Group Head of Information Services to be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, development and management of our information systems and technology infrastructure. Reporting into the Group Finance Director, this pivotal role leads the delivery of robust, secure, and scalable IT infrastructure and support services across the Brett Group. They will work closely with their senior stakeholder group to understand business needs providing a solutions-based approach to the delivery of initiatives.

The postholder will oversee critical areas including cyber security, cloud platforms, infrastructure, collaboration technologies, and end-user computing. They are expected to contribute to enhancing operational effectiveness and institutional resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with the organisation’s overall objectives.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and projects to enhance operational efficiency, innovation to drive growth and profitability.

Technology Oversight

• Design, implement and manage the full lifecycle of IT systems including infrastructure, applications, networks, and cybersecurity to ensure the most suitable and affordable solutions are proposed and implemented
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve business processes
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of enterprise IT systems
• Remain up to date with emerging technologies and trends assessing the value to Brett
• Ensure IT users of applications and technology are supported cost-effectively and to the needs of the business.

Governance & Compliance

• Establish IT policies, standards, and procedures in line with best practices and regulatory requirements
• Lead efforts to ensure compliance with data protection laws
• Oversee risk management, disaster recovery planning and assist in BCP.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a team of multidisciplined IT professionals, motivating them and fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Develop IT talent and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Develop, maintain and manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations
• Work with business leaders and key stakeholders to understand their needs and develop priorities for new initiatives and manage a programme of projects to deliver them
• Be a role model leading by example to manage significant business change related to technology implementations.
• Report regularly on the progress of a large programme of information systems initiatives and projects.

We're Looking For: 

Essential:                                                                       

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field.
• Progressive experience in IT leadership roles, including at least 5 years at a senior/executive level with overall budgetary responsibility, including managing external providers.
• Proven experience in enterprise IT management, systems integration, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks (e.g. ITIL) and compliance standards.
• Excellent experience in managing IT operations across multiple sites or business units is highly desirable.

• Successful experience in Project management, vendor negotiation and change management
• Expertise in enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, cloud platforms), networks and mobile technologies

 Desirable: 

• Knowledge of the heavy building materials, logistics and construction industry
• Experience of the IFS ERP system.

We’ll Offer You 

• A competitive salary + incentive schemes  

• Generous pension scheme 

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays 

• Life assurance 

• Career and professional development opportunities 

• Free onsite parking 

• Employee assistance programme 

• Enhanced parental leave 

• Cycle to work scheme 

• Employee discounts 

• Plus more! 

Brett Group operates a preferred supplier list and does not accept agency CVs, unless specifically engaged to work on the role in writing by the People Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other location with the Brett Group. Brett Group will not be responsible for any fees relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Furthermore, Brett Group will only accept CVs submitted through our applicant tracking system, any and all CVs sent via email will be immediately deleted and shall not be subject to any agency terms or associated fees.

Should you wish to work with us now or in the future please email the recruitment team at [email protected]