IT Director - Manchester

Our client, a UK-based group, is seeking an IT Director to lead end-to-end IT operations, technology strategy, and digital transformation across the organisation and its subsidiaries.

This is a strategic and operational leadership role responsible for delivering secure, reliable IT services while driving technology modernisation across infrastructure, business applications, cybersecurity, and ways of working.

• Own the group-wide IT strategy, governance, and technology roadmap
• Lead IT service delivery across service desk, field support, infrastructure, and business systems
• Drive the implementation, optimisation, and ongoing development of Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Own and enhance the organisation’s management system
• Strengthen cybersecurity, data protection, compliance, and risk management
• Embed AI technologies (including AI agents) safely and pragmatically to improve business outcomes
• Manage IT budgets, suppliers, contracts, and technology investments to deliver value for money
• Lead, develop, and inspire a multi-disciplinary IT team

• Senior leadership experience with responsibility for IT across multi-site organisations
• Strong service delivery expertise and ITIL-aligned operational management
• Proven cybersecurity leadership within regulated or sensitive environments
• Successful delivery of major IT systems, platforms, or transformation programmes
• Experience managing budgets, third-party suppliers, and technical teams
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, cloud technologies, and modern workplace security
• Experience within healthcare or another regulated environment is desirable

This is an opportunity to shape and lead technology services at group level, balancing operational excellence with forward-thinking transformation.

Competitive salary and hybrid working offered.