The Energy Revolution Valda Energy is a dynamic and rapidly growing energy supplier based in Bicester, committed to driving business success through smart, reliable energy solutions. Established in 2019 by industry experts, we bring together a diverse combination of talent to foster continuous sustainable growth. We challenge the existing marketplace with our leading, tech-driven, and customer-focused approach. Our passion for innovation and dedication to exceptional service sets us apart. At Valda Energy, we live by our core values: communicate, collaborate, own it, embrace change, and put the customer first. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and evolving culture. From introducing new benefits to offering structured training opportunities and hosting frequent social events, we ensure our employees thrive. Perks that Power Your Journey ⭐️ Competitive Annual Salary Company Annual Bonus Scheme 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, plus length of service award up to 30 days Private Medical Insurance with Vitality Health Life Insurance policy, providing coverage at four times your salary Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support and guidance Enjoy an array of complimentary snacks, drinks, and lunch options in our office Salary sacrifice pension scheme where we will match contributions up to 4% In-house learning and development team devoted to nurturing your talent, unlocking potential and propelling you towards being your best Refer a friend scheme (up to £500), monthly team events, annual company events & recognition awards. How you will Energise Our Team This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT professional to join our growing company. As the newly created IT Director, you’ll report directly to the CEO, leveraging your expertise to guide innovation and make strategic decisions for Valda’s technical direction. A key aspect of your role will be to oversee and enhance our cyber security measures, ensuring the protection of our company’s data. You will also be responsible for ensuring strict adherence to industry regulations, maintaining compliance, and safeguarding our competitive edge. Your leadership will be pivotal in ensuring competitiveness, agility, and supporting the business growth plans. The day to day will involve but not be limited to: Responsibility for the development and implementation of the IT strategy ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives and growth plans Leading on IT initiatives and projects to implement transformational change, actively seeking opportunities for Valda to improve its processes, systems, outcomes, and capabilities to drive operational excellence and maximise efficiencies Acquiring and developing a high-performing IT team, instilling a culture of excellence, collaboration, and user satisfaction Role model the Valda Values and lead from the front by stay up to date with industry developments and emerging technologies, sharing knowledge and inspiring teams Taking accountability for the team responsible for monitoring and reporting on IT service performance, availability, and satisfaction by defining key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metric to measure success Leading efforts to identify, investigate, and resolve IT service incidents and problems in a timely and efficient manner Taking ownership of critical incidents, coordinating with resolution parties, and establishing effective communication between stakeholders for post-incident reviews Providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to empower team members to reach their full potential Working closely with and in collaboration with the established business change and governance functions The Spark we're Looking For At least 2 years’ experience in a senior leadership position working within IT Prior experience working within the B2B space (advantageous) Professional IT/Information Security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT as well as Cloud related certifications (desirable) Knowledge of the latest technologies and practices, and of current best practice in IT architecture design, cybersecurity, and data protection Knowledge and experience with Information Security and Risk Management standards and frameworks Proven experience developing IT strategies Strong experience in managing, developing and growing a team If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren’t confident that you meet all of the requirements – you may be just who we’re looking for. We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team on joinusvaldaenergy.com