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Head of IT Technology
📍 Hybrid – Reading & Home
💰 £90,000–£110,000 + Quarterly Bonus + Benefits
We’re partnering with a fast-growing international construction products manufacturer on a mission to double turnover to £100m in the next 3 years through growth & acquisition.
To support this ambitious growth, they’re hiring a Head of Technology to join the Senior Leadership Team.
Reporting to the CIO, this is a high-visibility role combining strategic leadership and hands-on delivery.
You’ll shape the technology roadmap while leading a high-performing IT function for a 100-person business scaling rapidly.
What you’ll drive:
✔ Technology strategy aligned to aggressive growth plans
✔ ERP optimisation and enterprise systems leadership
✔ Cloud infrastructure (Azure) & cybersecurity governance
✔ M&A technology integration
✔ Practical AI adoption to unlock efficiency and insight
What we’re looking for:


  • Strong ERP & enterprise systems experience

  • Azure & cybersecurity expertise

  • M&A integration exposure

  • Commercially astute technology leadership

  • A genuine passion for AI and innovation

  • Leadership skills

This is a rare opportunity to shape the tech function of a business in transformation — with full backing from leadership & real influence at board level

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