Strategic IT Director for Architecture and Innovation

4 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Experis UK Full time
Assistant IT Director for Strategy and Architecture

Experis UK – Birmingham, City and Borough of Birmingham

Assistant IT Director for Strategy and Architecture

City Centre Birmingham & hybrid

Maximum of £80,000, 40 days annual leave and gold standard pension

Summary:

We are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our technical systems architecture and drive our strategic objectives forward.

  • Leads the development of technical architecture, balancing strategic direction, function, quality, supportability, security, and cost.
  • Keeps the architecture current by staying aware of external drivers and new technology developments.
  • Engages with senior stakeholders to secure commitment to the architecture, balancing local and overall needs.
  • Develops a roadmap supporting the IT strategy, providing technical oversight of delivery projects.
  • Manages the architecture team, encouraging participation in training and team-building activities.
  • Oversees IT and Digital Service innovation, managing the innovation process and resources.
  • Maintains a pipeline of student projects, working with faculties to recruit students and provide feedback.
    • A good degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant technical subject
    • Experience of architectural processes and standards
    • Proven knowledge of techniques to model business operations
    • Expert knowledge of IT systems across the whole ISO seven-layer model
    • Experience in information management and information security principles
    • Highly developed skills in prototype and proof of concept management
    • Proven leadership and management skills including change management methods to introduce innovation and new processes

Please note that you must be:

  • Able to undertake duties at different premises including any local offices as required.
  • Additional travel may be necessary from time to time to attend conferences and events and effectively represent the organisation in key professional networks.
  • May be required to work outside normal office hours to support shift pattern working, and as part of duty management and on-call arrangements of the senior team.


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