Head of IT

A senior IT leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering enterprise-wide IT strategy across the UK and neighbouring European markets. The position leads IT teams, application lifecycle management and landscape transformation, driving standardisation, security and high-quality service delivery aligned to business priorities.Client DetailsThis is a permanent position within a well-established organisation in Milton Keynes. The company operates as a medium-sized enterprise and is known for its commitment to technological excellence and operational efficiency.DescriptionDefine and communicate IT strategy, objectives and roadmap aligned to business goalsAct as senior IT business partner, owning end-to-end demand to delivery lifecycleLead application management, support and delivery using Agile and ITIL-aligned modelsDrive IT landscape simplification, standardisation and regional harmonisationEnsure high availability, performance and security of business-critical applicationsOversee IT operations, escalation management and service quality assuranceManage IT budgets across run, change and project portfoliosLead supplier and partner relationships to ensure value, compliance and performanceIdentify and mitigate IT, security and operational risksBuild, manage and develop a high-performing IT leadership and delivery teamProfileA successful Head of IT should have:Degree in Information Technology, Business Computer Science or related discipline5+ years'' experience in IT ..... full job details .....