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Director of Corporate Services – IT Focused
Location: Belfast
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £71,400 per annum (non-negotiable)
REED Technology are excited to partner with a well-established charitable organisation in search of a Director of Corporate Services with an IT focus to join their Senior Management Team.
This pivotal role reports directly to the CEO and encompasses leadership across ICT, Quality & Audit, and Risk Management sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- ICT
- Risk Management
- Leadership
- Strategy
- Governance
- People Management
- Financial Management
Overview:
- Provide strategic oversight and direction for ICT functions, ensuring security, compliance, and effective risk management.
- Develop and review ICT policies and procedures, collaborating with the ICT Senior Manager to align IT strategy with organisational needs.
- Implement and oversee IT systems, ensuring robust security measures and data protection protocols are in place to safeguard against cyber threats.
- Manage comprehensive risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the organisation’s goals.
- Provide leadership across the organisation
- Develop and lead strategic developments within your areas in line with the organisation vision and objectives.
- Ensure the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities
- To provide evidence of adherence to best practice
- To maintain awareness of risk and changes in the external environment that may affect the organisation
- Lead the Quality & Audit functions, developing an annual audit plan and acting as an in-house specialist adviser on effective risk management.
- Drive organisational change and efficiency through digitisation and technology enhancements.
- Financial management including budgeting and tender management
Essential Criteria:
- Educated to degree or post graduate standard in an IT related subject
- 5+ years’ experience of leading teams in the ICT or Risk Management areas
- 5+ years’ experience in a senior management role
- Proven leadership experience in managing ICT and corporate services within a large organisation.
- Strong strategic and operational planning abilities, with a track record of implementing successful IT strategies and governance frameworks.
- Expertise in risk management, with the ability to develop and enforce policies and conduct thorough risk assessments.
- Excellent knowledge of data protection laws, including GDPR, and experience in managing IT security and compliance.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire teams across multiple disciplines, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
Benefits:
- Highly competitive salary
- 10% employer pension contribution
- 37 days annual leave
- Health Insurance
To apply for this position, please contact Niall Lennon for a confidential discussion and a full, comprehensive job specification.
