The role of IT Director is to oversee the company's technology infrastructure and manage the IT teams based in London and New York, while also working closely with the team in New Zealand to ensure seamless collaboration and coordination.
Implementing, managing and consolidating systems, processes and policies as required as the business evolves; ensuring that they are effectively meeting the business requirements.
The IT Director will need to work closely with stakeholders across the business to continuously improve The Boundary's infrastructure, systems and network.
This is an office based role but with global travel as required.
ResponsibilitiesDeveloping the organisation's IT vision and translating it into actionable goalsDirecting the sourcing and implementation of new software and hardwareFormulating and implementing business continuity and disaster recovery plansCoordinating IT activities to ensure the availability of network services and dataIdentifying future challenges in the IT landscape and developing mitigation strategiesControl budget and report on expenditureDirecting IT staff recruitment and directly supervising employeesIdentifying security vulnerabilities and eliminating them with strategic solutionsIdentifying and recommending new technology solutionsDevise and establish IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper managementPurchase efficient and cost effective technological equipment and softwareIdentify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and report to upper managementAssist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contractsMinimum RequirementsProven experience as IT director or similar roleSound knowledge of IT systems, specifications, networks and computer systemsExperience in analysis, implementation and evaluation of IT systems and their specificationsSound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), networks etc.Experience in controlling information technology budgetExcellent leadership, prioritization and organisational skillsProblem-solving skills and an analytical mindsetProject planning and management skillsOutstanding communication abilitiesAbility to communicate to tech-savvy and non-technical staffBSc/BA in computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plusCompensation and BenefitsSalary: £95,000Bonus Scheme: based on annual company performancePension SchemeHolidays: 25 Days (increases 1 day per year of service up to 29) + Bank HolidaysGym membership paid for or contribution to other fitness goalsCycle to Work and Tech SchemesMental Health supportGreat Learning & Development opportunitiesRegular team events and social activitiesFantastic office environment in a nice location
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