Strategic Thinking Jobs in the UK excluding London

1 to 25 of 549 Strategic Thinking Jobs in the UK excluding London

Senior UX/UI Designer

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Astro Studios, Inc
in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts … PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. We challenge where it matters and own the outcome. We combine strategic thinking, customer-centric service design, and agile engineering practices to accelerate innovation in a tech-driven world. Join our Digital & Data team working alongside product, design and a … client relationships while fostering high-performing and motivated teams. Design Excellence: Produce exceptional design deliverables across the entire design spectrum. Drive innovation, ensure quality, and consistently meet project deadlines. Strategic Leadership: Build teams that work on complex projects. Shape design approaches, influence client decisions, and mentor design colleagues. Contribute to business development by creating new client offers and enhancing More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Customer Success Manager (North America accounts)

Brighton, Sussex, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
15below Group
ll play a key role in helping customers achieve measurable outcomes from our platform, while contributing to the growth and maturity of our Customer Success function. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, drawing on your knowledge of the travel industry, product expertise, and commercial awareness. You'll be: As a Senior Customer Success Manager at … ll play a key role in helping customers achieve measurable outcomes from our platform, while contributing to the growth and maturity of our Customer Success function. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, drawing on your knowledge of the travel industry, product expertise, and commercial awareness. You'll be: Forming strategic relationships with a small … handoffs to Support and Training teams, as needed Auditing customers' platform usage, presenting findings along with product updates and demos to drive best practise and feature adoption Holding regular strategic touchpoints, employing tactics such as business reviews, case studies, success stories and success planning to ensure customers achieve their desired outcomes Through those touchpoints, using questioning and listening skills More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Sales and Marketing

Slough, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Active Silicon
you'll be responsible for designing and executing high-impact sales and marketing strategies that fuel company growth. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a blend of strategic thinking, team development, and direct involvement in key client relationships. The current product range is here - https://www.activesilicon.com/products/Summary Details Job Type: Permanent … Engineering degree or equivalent Experience: 10+ years in a similar role with experience of leading a team The type of person we are looking for We're seeking a strategic, ambitious leader with a proven track record in driving growth within a technical sales environment. You'll be a natural relationship builder, an inspiring team leader, and an excellent … development for both functions. Marketing Leadership Oversee all marketing campaigns across digital (SEO/SEA, email, social), traditional, and partner channels. Drive brand consistency and increase market awareness through strategic communications and campaigns. Conduct and apply market and competitor research to continuously refine positioning and go-to-market strategy. Sales Leadership Set sales targets, develop territory strategies, and lead More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Director of Consulting - IT Architecture

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Electus Recruitment Solutions
Business domain Technologies/vendors (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Experience performing solution options assessment, including product selection and analysis of patterns and sourcing approaches. The ability to deliver strategic thinking to stakeholders through Architecture Roadmaps, mentoring, and technical thought leadership. Working knowledge of architecture modeling tools and frameworks (e.g., UML, ArchiMate). An appreciation of the public … on qualifications and relevant experience Key Skills Leadership in development and architecture teams Professional services business development Technical leadership in application, business, and integration architectures Solution options assessment and strategic thinking Knowledge of architecture modeling tools and frameworks Understanding of public sector dynamics Why should you apply? This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Salary negotiable
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Head of Data & AI

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment
will partner with leaders across product, technology, risk, and operations to embed data into decision-making and product design. This high-impact role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for building high-performing data teams. Key Responsibilities: Strategy & Leadership: Define and lead the enterprise data strategy, championing a data-driven culture and transforming … SQL, dbt, Airflow, Snowflake, Looker/Power BI) and AI/ML tooling (e.g., Python, MLflow, MLOps). A track record of building and managing high-performing data teams. Strategic thinking and ability to influence senior stakeholders, comfortable in dual-regulated environments. HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV via the Apply link on this page. More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £120,000 - £130,000 per annum
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Director of Finance & Business

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Distinct Recruitment
Looking for something a bit different? A role where you can combine commercial thinking, strategic leadership and long-term impact — all while being part of a school community that genuinely makes a difference? This isn’t your typical finance role. Yes, the numbers matter — but so does the bigger picture. We’re talking strategic planning, governance, estates … the junior school), along with the Board of Governors. You’ll lead the Finance and IT functions, oversee the school’s operating budget, and support a wide range of strategic and operational initiatives across the group — including systems modernisation, improved insight and reporting, and enhancing operational efficiency. The role also holds formal responsibility as Company Secretary and Privacy Compliance … your teams. What we’re looking for: A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with senior leadership experience Someone with the ability to move between operational detail and strategic thinking A strong collaborator and communicator — comfortable influencing at board level and leading cross-functional teams A commercially aware, values-led leader who can drive change and bring More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £70,000 - £77,000 per annum
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Operations Team Leader

Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Service Express, Inc
in This Role If You Have: Proven Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading technical teams in a 24/7 support environment, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and performance management Strategic Thinking: A results-driven mindset with the ability to set ambitious goals, prioritize effectively, and align team efforts with broader business objectives Technical Acumen: Familiarity with IBMi (iSeries … in This Role If You Have: Proven Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading technical teams in a 24/7 support environment, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and performance management Strategic Thinking: A results-driven mindset with the ability to set ambitious goals, prioritize effectively, and align team efforts with broader business objectives Technical Acumen: Familiarity with IBMi (iSeries More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Business Development Executive

Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Job Title: Senior M&A Strategic & Corporate Development Specialist (Strategic Business Development Role) Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow, Scotland (Hybrid working available) Salary: Up to £40,000 + attractive benefits package Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior M&A Strategic & Corporate Development Specialist to lead and execute our M&A acquisition strategy across Scotland and the … broader UK market. This senior-level position will drive the identification, evaluation, and relationship-building with potential acquisition targets in the software sector, reporting directly to the Strategic and Corporate Development Director. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic expansion of our M&A prospect database across Scotland and the United Kingdom, focusing on high-value vertical market software businesses … that align with acquisition criteria Drive sophisticated outbound prospecting campaigns through multi-channel approaches including executive-level calls, video conferences, strategic email campaigns, and social media engagement Represent the organisation at major trade shows and industry events, building executive-level relationships with prospective targets and industry stakeholders Leverage advanced AI tools, marketing automation, and CRM analytics to develop and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £30000 - £40000/annum
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Senior Technology Business Partner

Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
DFS Furniture Ltd
General Purpose: Reporting to the Head of Business Technology, the Technology Business Partner (ITBP) serves as the strategic interface and key liaison between the IT department and assigned business units. The core purpose of this role is to align technology solutions with business strategy, drive value from IT investments, and manage the relationship to ensure technology effectively supports and … enables business objectives. The ITBP acts as a trusted advisor to the business, providing strategic consulting on technology-related initiatives and bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with business leaders and key stakeholders, acting as the primary IT point of contact for strategic initiatives. Understand business challenges, opportunities, and strategic goals to proactively identify and propose technology solutions. Strategy & Roadmap Development: Partner with business units to co-create and develop a technology roadmap that aligns with their strategic plans and priorities. Identify, screen, and evaluate new solution opportunities to address unmet internal and external customer needs. Prioritize projects and initiatives More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Head of Data

United Kingdom, Adderbury, Oxfordshire
Hybrid / WFH Options
Bibby Financial Services United Kingdom
a competitive salary of £110,000-£130,000 per annum. The Head of Data will lead the data strategy and execution for BFS whilst ensuring alignment with the overall strategic business objectives. The Head of Data is accountable for value creation by leveraging the company’s data and analytics assets and is pivotal in driving data-driven decision-making … data governance and data integrity are enforced. You will work in close collaboration with IT for delivery of data products. Your responsibilities as our Head of Data will include: Strategic Data Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Develop & communicate a clear roadmap, ensuring that it is flexible & evolves with … evaluate new data technologies and drive adoption where appropriate and beneficial to BFS objectives Monitor, measure, and report the realization of expected benefits associated with projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, accountability for outcomes, and continuous improvement through data-driven insights Change & Adoption Drive adoption of data strategy roadmap activities ; skills plan, use case adoption, frameworks adoption, usage adoption More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £100000 - £140000/annum
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Head of Data

Adderbury, Banbury, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Bibby Financial Services
a competitive salary of £110,000-£130,000 per annum. The Head of Data will lead the data strategy and execution for BFS whilst ensuring alignment with the overall strategic business objectives. The Head of Data is accountable for value creation by leveraging the company’s data and analytics assets and is pivotal in driving data-driven decision-making … data governance and data integrity are enforced. You will work in close collaboration with IT for delivery of data products. Your responsibilities as our Head of Data will include: Strategic Data Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Develop & communicate a clear roadmap, ensuring that it is flexible & evolves with … evaluate new data technologies and drive adoption where appropriate and beneficial to BFS objectives Monitor, measure, and report the realization of expected benefits associated with projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, accountability for outcomes, and continuous improvement through data-driven insights Change & Adoption Drive adoption of data strategy roadmap activities ; skills plan, use case adoption, frameworks adoption, usage adoption More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £100,000 - £140,000 per annum
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Certification Programme Lead - 12 Month FTC

Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Deloitte LLP
your opportunity This is a high-impact leadership role within the T&T Business Innovation team. As the NSE AEO Certification Programme Director, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and continuous improvement of the AEO Certification process across NSE, and the operational execution within the UK working closely with the UK Certification Team lead. You don't … need prior experience or knowledge of the AEO Certification process - we'll provide full training. What you'll do Strategic Leadership: define the vision and strategy for the NSE AEO Certification Programme, ensuring alignment with Deloitte's overall business objectives and Global standards Process Ownership: act as the NSE process owner for AEO Certification, providing strategic direction, approving … navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and influence decisions. Performance Reporting: Develop and deliver compelling quarterly reports to UK and NSE leadership, providing insights into programme performance, key achievements, challenges, and strategic recommendations. Own the relationship with the UK and NSE programme sponsors and lead quarterly sponsor reviews. Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor the UK Certification team, fostering a culture More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Operations MI, Performance & Budget Assurance

Cardiff, South Glamorgan, United Kingdom
Starling Bank
systems, performance reporting across all operational functions and tracking, reporting and assurance of all Operations budgets. This role will ensure that robust data and insights are available to drive strategic decision-making, inform operational efficiency opportunities and enhance overall business performance. A key aspect of this role will be the ownership and monitoring the end-to-end Operational Service … Level Agreement (SLA) framework. Key Accountabilities or Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Vision Define and execute the strategic roadmap for Operations MI and performance reporting, aligning with overall business objectives. Champion the adoption of advanced analytics and data visualisation tools to provide actionable insights. Collaborate with senior leadership to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that accurately reflect operational … improvement. Develop and deliver regular performance reports to various stakeholders, including executive leadership, operational managers, and team leads. Provide insightful commentary and recommendations based on performance data to support strategic and tactical decision-making. Conduct deep-dive analyses on specific operational challenges or opportunities. Develop and deliver specialised performance reporting for agile "POD" (team) structures, supporting their effectiveness and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Sales Lead (iGaming)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
CreateFuture
but not limited to, OpenBet, Playtech, Evolution Gaming, Microgaming, Scientific Games, and regulatory bodies like the UKGC, MGA, and various state-level regulators in the US is highly desirable Strategic thinker: Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify opportunities, assess risks, and propose solutions that align with customer needs and organisational goals and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Sales Lead (iGaming)

Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
CreateFuture
but not limited to, OpenBet, Playtech, Evolution Gaming, Microgaming, Scientific Games, and regulatory bodies like the UKGC, MGA, and various state-level regulators in the US is highly desirable Strategic thinker: Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify opportunities, assess risks, and propose solutions that align with customer needs and organisational goals and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Sales Lead (iGaming)

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
CreateFuture
but not limited to, OpenBet, Playtech, Evolution Gaming, Microgaming, Scientific Games, and regulatory bodies like the UKGC, MGA, and various state-level regulators in the US is highly desirable Strategic thinker: Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify opportunities, assess risks, and propose solutions that align with customer needs and organisational goals and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Product Manager

Luton
Hybrid / WFH Options
Progressive
high-impact opportunity to shape the future of engineered physical products - not software, digital platforms or services - within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. Join a business where your strategic thinking, technical insight and leadership will directly influence global success. Key Responsibilities of Senior Product Manager: Product Roadmaps: Develop and execute detailed NPI & NPD roadmaps aligned with strategic goals. Be the visionary behind our product journey. Strategic Initiatives: Lead cross-functional innovation projects that push boundaries and bring fresh ideas to life. P&L Support: Drive profitability through strategic financial planning and cost management. Monitor and manage P&L to ensure financial health. Leadership: Mentor and guide Product Managers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team … Benefits Package Including 25 days holiday, pension, bonus, and hybrid/flexible working Hybrid Working: Blend of remote and on-site flexibility Career Development: Work in a dynamic, forward-thinking company that values innovation and continuous improvement Professional Growth: Access to unparalleled learning and development opportunities Rewarding Environment: Thrive in a culture that values creativity, leadership, and excellence Ready More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £65,000
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Insights Director - 12-18 month FTC

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
TalkTalk Telecom Group PLC
Legal, Strategy and Insights. The recently formed Insights department is on a mission to help PXC perform at its very best. We do this by enabling informed, data-led strategic decisions and by bringing data to the day-to-day running of the business. In this role, you will join the Corporate Services Leadership Team - reporting directly into the … development : Lead Insights department through a period of change by supporting the introduction of refreshed ways of working, fostering a supportive, development-focused culture and ensuring goals are met. Strategic vision and planning : Take the lead on the PXC data strategy and implement its strategic roadmap (incl. overseeing the in-flight project to introduce a new data platform … business, and provide regular updates on department performance and flagship projects. Market research : Oversee the budget to commission projects to gather market trends, competitors, and customer behaviours to inform strategic decisions. Business performance : Lead the development of the business' scorecard to measure success against the plan - tracking bonus target, KPIs and quarterly priorities. Sustainability & ESG: Oversee PXC's sustainability More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of IT and Digital

Romsey, United Kingdom
HMT Sancta Maria Hospital
at HMT to drive forward our digital agenda and oversee IT developments, reporting directly to the Executive Director of Digital, Transformation & Estates, you will be responsible for leading the strategic direction, development, and delivery of HMTs IT and Digital services. This role ensures technology is aligned with business objectives and drives innovation, operational efficiency, and digital transformation across HMT. … a focus on continuous improvement. Manage IT budgets and vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money. Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions and leading change across the organisation. About us At the Healthcare Management Trust, we are obsessed with achieving our Vision, to be the most innovative and best quality … Aiders, Long service awards, Cycle to work scheme, 27 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank holidays, Enhanced Maternity Leave Job description Job responsibilities Full Job Description is available to Download. Strategic Leadership Define and execute the IT and Digital strategy in alignment with HMTs business strategy. Lead digital innovation and transformation initiatives to enhance customer experience, service delivery, and internal More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £65000.00 a year
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Organisational Change Management Lead

North West, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson Mccade
leading digital transformation consultancy is seeking an experienced Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead Consultant to join its growing UK&I team. This role offers a unique opportunity for a strategic and visionary individual to lead high-impact change initiatives across a diverse range of enterprise clients undergoing technology transformation. The Role The OCM Lead Consultant will serve as a … key driver on complex consulting projects, delivering strategic change across areas such as ERP, data, AI, cloud, managed IT services, cybersecurity, and the digital workplace. Reporting to the UK&I OCM Director, this position plays a critical role in aligning people, processes, and technology to ensure the success of major transformation programmes. The successful candidate will work directly with … years of experience in organisational change management, preferably within a technology consulting environment. Deep expertise in core OCM workstreams: change leadership, stakeholder engagement, communication, training, and adoption. Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; able to produce compelling content independently. Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and stakeholder alignment. Solid understanding of project More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Associate Director, Research and Computing Operations

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Asklepios Biopharmaceutical Inc
the value of our high-performance computing investments. As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research … and design Performance optimization Problem-solving and troubleshooting Security best practices Technical documentation Business & Management: Contract negotiation and management Budget planning and control Risk management Audit response and compliance Strategic planning Vendor management Cost-benefit analysis Interpersonal: Strong communication skills Stakeholder management Team collaboration Conflict resolution Customer service orientation Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains Leadership: Technical leadership … Project management Mentoring and knowledge transfer Change management Strategic thinking Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by: Infrastructure stability and performance improvements Stakeholder satisfaction levels Project delivery effectiveness Technical problem resolution metrics Team collaboration effectiveness Innovation and process improvements Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Digital Transformation Manager

Malton, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Ad Warrior
through the implementation of their new chosen digital CRM/CMS technology and integrating it into all areas of the business. The successful candidate will be hands-on with strategic leadership insight who can maximise the potential of their new systems for the benefit of the organisation team, their member community, and their wider audience. The successful candidate will More ❯
Employment Type: Temporary, Part Time, Work From Home
Salary: £50,000
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Digital Transformation Manager

Malton, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Ad Warrior
through the implementation of their new chosen digital CRM/CMS technology and integrating it into all areas of the business. The successful candidate will be hands-on with strategic leadership insight who can maximise the potential of their new systems for the benefit of the organisation team, their member community, and their wider audience. The successful candidate will More ❯
Employment Type: Temporary
Salary: Competitive salary
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Digital Transformation Manager

york, yorkshire and the humber, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Ad Warrior
through the implementation of their new chosen digital CRM/CMS technology and integrating it into all areas of the business. The successful candidate will be hands-on with strategic leadership insight who can maximise the potential of their new systems for the benefit of the organisation team, their member community, and their wider audience. The successful candidate will More ❯
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Platform Architect Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom; London, England, United Kingdom

Belfast, United Kingdom
TRG Screen
Platform Architect to serve as a senior technology leader shaping the future of products. This is a critical role at the intersection of engineering, product, operations, and infrastructure, blending strategic thinking with deep technical execution. As Platform Architect, you will be responsible for designing and evolving the architecture that powers our internal systems and product ecosystem. You'll … bring a broad systems-thinking mindset, enabling seamless integration across departments and improving operational efficiency. You'll champion modern DevOps and cloud practices, guide cross-functional teams on platform decisions, and ensure that TRG Screen's architecture supports both today's needs and tomorrow's growth. If you're energized by leading large-scale transformation, mentoring technical leaders, and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Strategic Thinking
the UK excluding London
10th Percentile
£37,650
25th Percentile
£54,063
Median
£70,000
75th Percentile
£83,429
90th Percentile
£92,250