Head of IT

3 weeks ago


Glasgow, United Kingdom Morpheus Talent Solutions Full time

Head of IT (UK) – Shape the Future of Technology


Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.

Location: Glasgow, Scotland (Hybrid)

Are you a visionary IT leader ready to make a significant impact? Join our client, a leading global financial services firm as Head of IT for the UK to drive innovation, efficiency, and lead a dynamic team in a key role. This is an opportunity to lead and inspire

Why This Role?

As the Head of IT, UK, you'll drive the technological evolution, ensuring secure and efficient IT systems aligned with business goals. Collaborating with the central IT Europe team, you'll be a key leader in both the European and UK teams. This is a certified role (CF29) in the UK, underscoring the importance of your leadership in shaping our clients IT landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Shape the UK’s IT strategy as part of the European vision, collaborating with stakeholders and vendors.
  • Technical Excellence: Oversee application and infrastructure development, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards.
  • Team Empowerment: Lead and develop a high-performing IT team, promoting growth and best practices.
  • Project & Budget Management: Lead project planning and budgets to boost operational efficiency.
  • Operational Partnership: Coordinate with European teams on IT operations, infrastructure, and information security to optimize the technology platform.

What You Bring:

  • Proven Leadership: Experience in a managerial role, capable of inspiring and managing diverse teams.
  • Technical Expertise: Degree in computer science , IT, or related field, with advanced technical and project management skills.
  • Strategic Vision: Effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders to align with business goals.
  • Up-to-Date Knowledge: Passion for current technology and business trends.

Leadership and Engagement:

  • Team Builder: Attract and develop a diverse, talented team with strong succession planning.
  • High Performance: Use OKRs to drive excellence and manage performance.
  • Engagement Champion: Foster a motivated workforce and use engagement surveys to track success.
  • Values-Driven: Model and promote company values, building trust and respect.

Compliance and Governance:

  • Regulatory Adherence: Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies, collaborating with Legal, HR, and Compliance.
  • Ethical Leadership: Uphold company values and the Code of Conduct, maintaining high ethical standards.

Ready to Lead?

If you're ready for a challenging and impactful role, we want to hear from you. Join our client and contribute to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.



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