Associate It Director - Up To £90,000 A Year
Position: Associate Director of ITLocation: Suffolk 2 days p/week, 3 days remoteType: PermanentSalary: Up to £90KWe are seeking an Associate Director of IT to lead the organisation's technology function, driving the delivery of a robust IT strategy while enabling digital transformation across the business. Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance & Resources, you will play a key role in shaping how technology, data, and systems support operational performance and long-term growth.You will oversee a multi-disciplinary function spanning IT operations, business intelligence, and digital transformation. This includes ensuring the delivery of secure, reliable IT services, building strong data and reporting capabilities, and leading the adoption of new technologies to improve efficiency and user experience.Alongside this, you will manage key supplier relationships, optimise technology spend, and ensure governance, risk, and compliance standards are met across all IT services.Key Responsibilities:Lead and deliver the organisation's IT and digital strategy, aligned to business objectivesOversee IT operations, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing systems and infrastructureDrive digital transformation initiatives, improving processes and enabling innovationLead the Business Intelligence function, delivering accurate, timely reporting and insightsDevelop and enhance data platforms and dashboard capabilities to support decision-makingManage third-party vendors and suppliers, ensuring value for money and service qualityOwn IT budgets, resource planning, and cost optimisation initiativesEnsure strong cyber security, governance, and risk management practicesEngage and influence senior stakeholders across the organisationBuild and develop high-performing, multi-disciplinary technology teams Skills & Experience:Proven experience leading IT and digital functions at a senior levelStrong background across IT operations, data/BI, and transformation programmesExperience managing budgets, suppliers, and large teamsSolid understanding of IT governance, cyber security, and service management frameworks (e.G. ITIL)Experience delivering technology strategy and organisational changeStrong stakeholder management and ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearlyExperience operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environmentsRelevant certifications (e.G. ITIL, PRINCE2, MSP) advantageous This is a high-impact leadership role suited to someone who can combine strategic vision with operational delivery, playing a key role in shaping and evolving the organisation's technology landscape