Head of Technology & Digital Transformation

Our client is a global, internationally focused services provider to the transportation sector. With a relatively small number of locations across Ireland, the United States and Asia, the business is a trusted partner to customers worldwide. It is now entering an important phase of IT-enabled transformation and is seeking an experienced leader to shape and deliver its next stage of growth.This is a high-impact role with responsibility for infrastructure, applications, data, cybersecurity and technology-enabled change. Leading a small internal team alongside specialist external partners, the successful candidate will combine strategic direction with a practical, hands-on approach to delivery.The Head of IT & Digital Transformation will define and deliver the organisation’s IT strategy, including the selection and implementation of a new ERP platform. They will shape the future data architecture and governance model, oversee IT operations across the group’s international locations, and ensure robust cybersecurity, data protection, resilience and incident response. The role will also strengthen IT governance, risk management and programme delivery; manage group-level audit and supplier relationships; develop the IT and data team; and work closely with senior business leaders to ensure that IT delivers measurable value.We are seeking candidates with:Significant IT leadership experience, ideally within an international or multi-site organisation.A proven track record of delivering IT strategies and full ERP implementations.Experience leading lean internal teams supported by managed service providers and specialist partners.Strong expertise in cybersecurity, data governance, cloud platforms, data and analytics.Experience of group governance, audit, organisational change and complex programme delivery.Commercial acumen, influence and a strong delivery focus, together with effective stakeholder, supplier and budget management skills.This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded IT leader to shape the digital, data and operational agenda of an international business at a pivotal stage of transformation.For further details and a confidential discussion, please apply via the Apply button.