Head of Information Technology

Head of Technology | 180,000 + benefits | London or Edinburgh | Hybrid (3 days in office)

A leading UK asset manager is hiring a Head of Technology to drive a major transformation under new leadership. This is a rare opportunity to elevate technology from a support function to a true enabler of growth and innovation .

Reporting to the COO, youll lead a talented team across infrastructure, software development, enterprise security, architecture, and business analysis shaping the technology strategy and building the governance, structure, and culture needed to deliver it.

Youll join an organisation with a collaborative culture , a clear roadmap, and a flat structure that gives you genuine influence at the top table.

What youll do

• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary technology function
• Deliver a modern, scalable, and secure technology environment
• Strengthen governance, delivery discipline, and measurement of outcomes
• Oversee key transformation priorities including CRIMS optimisation, AWS/Azure adoption, and O365/SharePoint modernisation
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Committee on innovation and risk

What were looking for

• Senior technology leadership experience within asset management or adjacent financial services
• Proven track record of leading change and improving delivery performance
• Broad understanding of infrastructure, application development, and enterprise security
• Familiarity with CRIMS or similar investment management systems
• Collaborative, business-focused leadership style

If youre a technology leader ready to shape strategy, empower teams, and build a high-performing function in a respected, growing firm please feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation.