Head of IT & Digital Strategy

Proactive Appointments
Guildford, United Kingdom
Today
£75,000 – £77,000 pa

Salary

£75,000 – £77,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Director
Posted
16 Jun 2026 (Today)

Benefits

Benefits

Head of IT & Digital Strategy

Surrey | On-site | Up to £77k per annum + benefits | Education Sector

We are seeking an experiencedHead of IT & Digital Strategy to lead the development and delivery of a forward-thinking digital and technology strategy within a leading educational organisation.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for:

• Driving digital transformation and innovation
• Leading IT infrastructure, cyber security, data and development functions
• Managing high-performing technical teams
• Overseeing IT budgets, contracts and supplier relationships
• Shaping AI, data and digital strategies to support organisational growth
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, cyber security and information governance requirements

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in strategic IT leadership, digital transformation, stakeholder management, cyber security, data governance and service delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity to influence organisation-wide change and play a key role in shaping the future digital landscape.

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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