Group Head of IT

Group Head of IT
Salary: Competitive Benefits (Dependent on Experience)
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Lead Technology That Drives Business Success
The Company:
Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment from executive to operative level.
With offices in London, Manchester, and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a construciton and maintenance based company, who are looking for an Group head of IT based in Bristol.

You'll be responsible for shaping the organisation's technology direction, leading a dedicated IT function and delivering reliable, secure and scalable systems that enable teams across the business to work effectively. Alongside overseeing day-to-day IT operations, you'll champion innovation, modernise technology where appropriate and ensure the business is equipped for the future.

What You'll Be Doing

• Create and deliver a long-term technology strategy that supports business objectives.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leaders on technology investment and emerging solutions.
• Lead the ongoing development of IT infrastructure, business systems and cloud-based services.
• Manage technology projects from planning through to successful implementation, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Develop strong partnerships with internal departments, external suppliers and technology providers.
• Manage departmental budgets and ensure technology spending delivers measurable value.
• Review service performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and user experience.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, governance standards and data protection requirements.

About You

We're looking for an experienced IT professional who has successfully led technology functions within a complex business environment. You'll be equally comfortable discussing long-term strategy with senior stakeholders as you are supporting the delivery of operational improvements.
You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience leading an IT department or technology function.
• A proven track record of delivering business-wide technology improvements.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure, networking, cloud platforms and enterprise systems.
• Experience working with external technology partners and service providers.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget ownership and supplier management.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A collaborative leadership style focused on developing people and delivering excellent service.

Technical Knowledge
Experience in the following areas would be highly beneficial:

• Microsoft 365 and Azure
• Active Directory and Exchange
• Windows Server environments
• SQL Server
• Enterprise networking, VPNs and infrastructure management
• Cloud technologies and modern workplace solutions
• Cybersecurity principles and risk management
• IT service delivery and continuous improvement frameworks

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Company pension.
• Generous annual leave.
• Ongoing investment in professional development.
• A genuine opportunity to influence technology strategy at senior level.
• A supportive working environment where innovation and new ideas are encouraged.

Apply Today

If you're a strategic IT leader looking for a role where you can make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, contact Kirsty on (phone number removed) or submit your CV today.