Allen Lane are delighted to be supporting Rutland County Council in their search for a Head of IT on a permanent basis. This is a critical role responsible for driving innovation whilst ensuring the security and integrity of the Council’s information assets. You’ll spearhead the delivery of the Digital & IT strategy whilst continuing a high level of support across the IT Portfolio.
The role
As a Head of IT you will
* Provide Strategic leadership and operational oversight of Digital & IT
* Lead & mentor the IT team to ensure continued growth and achieve high performance
* Focus on continuously improving service delivery to internal departments and all public-facing platforms
* Take the lead on all aspects of digital transformation, using technology to enhance public services and improve efficiency
* Ensure all IT Infrastructure, Systems and applications are reliable, secure and scalable
* Implement robust cybersecurity measures and data protection strategies in line with GDPR and public sector standards
* Oversee large-scale technology projects ensuring they are delivered on time and within budgetary constraints.
Key Skills required
As a Head of IT you will have:
* Experience in managing an IT/Digital function that is ,customer-focused ideally within the public sector
* A track record of delivering IT projects whilst managing IT operations
* A deep understanding of digital transformation including data analytics, cloud technology and customer-centric design.
* Significant stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
* Strong knowledge of ITIL or equivalent management frameworks
* A strategic mindset with the ability to align IT & Digital services with the council’s long-term objectives
* Proven ability to inspire and manage teams, promoting a culture of excellence
What you get in return
A salary between £67,992 - £75,966 plus benefits which include – The Local Government Pension scheme, 29 days annual leave, reimbursement for business mileage and much more!
How to apply
Please send an updated CV and supporting statement to bentuckfield@allenlane.co.uk
Closing date – 27th April 2025