IT Director - Retail & Digital Transformation

• 3 Days in Dublin office p/w
• Large Retail Business
• €145k - €155k base + 20% bonus + health + pension

We’re partnering with a high-growth retail business to appoint an IT Director to lead their Ireland function at a critical stage of expansion and transformation.

This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of the Ireland IT strategy and delivery, working closely with executive stakeholders locally and at Group level.

You’ll take the lead in shaping and delivering the IT roadmap for a fast-paced, multi-site retail operation, driving innovation, improving customer experience, and ensuring robust, scalable technology across the business.

This role offers a strong blend of strategy and hands-on execution, with real influence over investment, systems, and team development.

• Lead and develop the Ireland IT function, setting clear direction and standards
• Deliver key technology projects and system implementations end-to-end
• Partner with senior business stakeholders to align IT with commercial goals
• Drive digital innovation to enhance customer and in-store experience
• Own IT budgets, ensuring strong ROI and cost control
• Improve systems, processes, and reporting to optimise performance
• Ensure resilience, security, and continuity across a distributed retail environment
• Collaborate with Group IT on wider strategic initiatives

• Proven IT leadership experience (Head of IT / IT Director level)
• Strong track record delivering projects and leading teams in complex environments
• Commercial mindset with experience managing budgets and delivering value
• Background in cloud technologies (Azure or AWS) and IT service frameworks (ITIL)
• Experience in retail or multi-site environments is highly advantageous
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior level
• A hands-on, pragmatic leader who can operate at pace

• High-impact leadership role with real ownership and visibility
• Opportunity to shape IT in a growing, international business
• Blend of strategic influence and delivery
• Strong progression potential within a wider group structure

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